Theresa Goldston
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist Technician with a proven track record at Biolife Plasma Services, enhancing patient experience through expert venipuncture and compassionate communication. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and teamwork, significantly contributing to a positive and efficient work environment. Demonstrates a strong blend of technical proficiency in specimen collection and a commitment to patient confidentiality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist Technician
Biolife Plasma Services
12.2023 - Current
- Reduced patient anxiety through compassionate communication and expert venipuncture techniques.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Expanded availability for blood draws by working flexible hours, including weekends and holidays when necessary.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the workplace through active participation in staff meetings and team-building activities.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
Medical History, Screening
Biolife Plasma Services
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Registered new and current donors and conducted series of screening procedures to determine suitability for Plasma donations.
- Conducted basic screening procedures to verify compliance with donation criteria.
- Opened and updated files with current donor information.
- Promoted a welcoming environment for patients, addressing concerns promptly and professionally during their visits.
- Enhanced overall clinic performance through diligent maintenance of equipment used in conducting medical screenings.
- Utilized finger sticks and screening equipment to check hematocrit and protein levels.
- Obtained patient vitals such as height, weight and blood pressure.
Private Caregiver
Estate of Nancy Johnson
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Corona Acute Care
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature & blood pressure.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Education
CPT-1 License - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
Riverside, CA08.2022
CNA License - Nurse Assistant
Pacific Times Healthcare College
Corona, CA07.2014
High School Diploma -
Buena Vista High School
Corona, CA07.1987
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Proper tourniquet use
- Order of draw
- Data Entry
- HIPAA
- Capillary puncture
- Needle disposal
- Patient confidentiality
- Specimen labeling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Medical Records Maintenance
- HIPAA Compliance
- Customer Service
- Phlebotomy Technician (PT)
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Phlebotomist Technician
Biolife Plasma Services
12.2023 - Current
Medical History, Screening
Biolife Plasma Services
02.2023 - 11.2023
Private Caregiver
Estate of Nancy Johnson
01.2018 - 01.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Corona Acute Care
01.2017 - 02.2018
CPT-1 License - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
CNA License - Nurse Assistant
Pacific Times Healthcare College
High School Diploma -
Buena Vista High School
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