Valeria Santiago
Waterbury,CONNECTICUT
Summary
Highly skilled Phlebotomist possessing relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare environments. Strong abilities in patient care, quality control and data management make for efficient and safe blood collection procedures. Demonstrated skills in building rapport with diverse patients, ensuring comfort during venipuncture processes. Previous roles have resulted in increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction rates.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Hartford Healthcare
New Britain, Connecticut
08.2025 - Current
- Collected blood samples from patients following established protocols.
- Prepared and labeled specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
Appslive
Appslive
Waterbury, CT
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Collected blood samples from patients in various home and facility settings.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols during procedures.
- Recorded patient information and specimen details accurately in electronic systems.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients in order to ensure satisfaction with the service provided.
- Verified patient identity prior to collecting sample using two forms of identification as required.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary puncture procedures on patients of all ages in a mobile setting.
- Transported blood samples to designated laboratory or other medical facility for testing purposes.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Goodwin Collage
East Hartford, CT07-2027
High School Diploma -
John Kennedy High School
Waterbury, CT07-2021
Skills
- Blood collection
- Specimen processing
- Proper labeling
- Blood culture collection
- HIPAA
- Blood collection techniques
- Sample labeling
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Communication
- Specimen preparation
- Customer service
- Specimen handling
- Specimen collection
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Data entry
- Safety protocols
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Hartford Healthcare
08.2025 - Current
Appslive
Appslive
08.2023 - 07.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Goodwin Collage
High School Diploma -
John Kennedy High School
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