SYLVIA AYON
Sylmar,CA
Summary
Productive Phlebotomy Technician experienced in collecting blood specimens across diverse patient demographics in high-volume settings. Achieved improved workflow and enhanced patient care through strategic recommendations and training initiatives. Focused on delivering compassionate service while maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician 1
Northeast Valley Health Corp
Santa Clarita, USA
03.2021 - Current
- Performed field phlebotomy for diverse patient demographics, from newborns to geriatric patients.
- Conducted in-house testing for COVID, influenza A&B, hemoglobin, pregnancy, FIT, urinalysis, and Strep A, collecting specimens per established procedures.
- Understands and complies with departmental policies, protocols and procedures (procedure, manuals, safety manual, etc.).
- Collected and processed over 50 blood samples in a clinical setting, ensuring accuracy and patient comfort.
Phlebotomy Technician 1
Laboratory Corp of America Holding
Burbank, USA
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Collect 50+ blood samples using vacationer tubes, tourniquets, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Handled insurance verification tasks using computer and to validate patient insurance information
- Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection
Phlebotomy Technician 1
Primex Clinical Laboratories Inc.
Granada Hills, USA
03.2016 - 06.2019
- Performed 50+ blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Centrifuged specimens to verify quality for timely courier pickup
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures, ensuring safety for patients and staff
Phlebotomy Technician 1
Quest Diagnostics
Tarzana, USA
09.2014 - 03.2016
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
- Obtained 50+ blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
- Labeled blood vials with time of collection, date, patient name, D.O.B
Client Service
Quest Diagnostics Clinical Trials
Valencia, USA
06.2011 - 09.2014
- Notified clients of critical values and abnormal test results to ensure timely medical intervention.
- Educated clients on the proper use and understanding of clinical trials and procedures.
- Executed tasks with precision and speed in a high-pressure setting.
Education
Phlebotomists Tech 1 - Phlebotomy Tech 1
C & S Health Education
Granada Hills, CA 03.2022 - 03.2022
Billing & Coding - Billing & Coding
Everest College
Reseda, CA 04.2012 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
San Fernando High School
San Fernando, CA 09.1984 - 01.1987
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual proficiency
- Specimen processing
- Phlebotomy License
- Medical Terminology
- Accuracy in labeling
- Quality control
- Venipuncture expertise
- Supply restocking
- Centrifugation
- Capillary puncture
- Data entry
- On-site testing
- Patient care
- Blood culture collection
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Phlebotomists Tech 1 - Phlebotomy Tech 1
C & S Health Education
03.2022 - 03.2022
Phlebotomy Technician 1
Northeast Valley Health Corp
03.2021 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician 1
Laboratory Corp of America Holding
06.2019 - 02.2021
Phlebotomy Technician 1
Primex Clinical Laboratories Inc.
03.2016 - 06.2019
Phlebotomy Technician 1
Quest Diagnostics
09.2014 - 03.2016
Billing & Coding - Billing & Coding
Everest College
04.2012 - 01.2013
Client Service
Quest Diagnostics Clinical Trials
06.2011 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
San Fernando High School
09.1984 - 01.1987