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Vielka Wilson

Denver,CO

Summary

Detail oriented and focused Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant/Lab assistant with over 24 years of experience with collecting blood through venipuncture and capillary puncture using different types of needles such as Blood Collection Needles, Venipuncture Needles, Butterfly Needles, Butterfly Needles with Lure Adapter, Straight Sticks, and Finger Pricks. Able to perform 50+ draws daily, depending upon type of setting. Hands on experience in geriatric and capillary collections, venipuncture and drawing blood using needles and other equipment. Proven experience obtaining blood specimens and collects non blood specimens such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs for laboratory testing. Demonstrated experience performing screening tests and reporting results as well as processing specimens to prepare them for laboratory testing. Well versed with labeling samples correctly and sending them for testing. Local candidate, available to start as soon as possible.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CMA/Phlebotomist

CCRM
01.2025 - Current
  • Greet patient in a professional and friendly manner, help with paper word and draw blood that's needed.
  • Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support, and compassion.

Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist (Per Diem)

UCHEALTH
07.2022 - 08.2024
  • Helped with clinical responsibilities such as taking care of patient's medical history, maintaining records and analyzing urine samples.
  • Assistant under the supervision of the physician to diagnose and treat patients, vasectomy.
  • Performed 30+ blood draws and collected blood samples.
  • Blood work, cystoscope, Biopsy, EKG, bladder scan, changing catheter.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Vitals, stocking and cleaning of rooms and anything else needed by the physicians.

Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

VA Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
  • Performed over 30 blood draws per day and collected blood samples.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.

Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist-Urology

UCHEALTH
08.2018 - 02.2021
  • Helped with clinical responsibilities such as taking care of patient's medical history, maintaining records and analyzing urine samples.
  • Assistant under the supervision of the physician to diagnose and treat patients, vasectomy.
  • Performed blood draws and collected blood samples.
  • Blood work, cystoscopy, Biopsy, EKG, bladder scan, changing catheter.
  • Vitals, stocking and cleaning of rooms and anything else needed by the physicians.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.

Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist- Float

UCHEALTH
08.2016 - 01.2018
  • Prepared specimens for outside lab testing, as ordered by the physicians.
  • Administered oral and parenteral medications and immunizations as directed by supervising the physicians.
  • Cleaned, prepared, and maintained examinations rooms and treatment areas.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments.
  • Assisted physicians and clinicians with examinations, procedures, preparation of patients, and vital sign procedures.
  • Maintained and updated patient information and vital signs in electronic medical records or hospital databases.
  • Prepared and maintained all supplies in exam rooms by ordering, distributing, and managing inventory.
  • Sterilized and positioned instruments and equipment for examinations and procedures.
  • Greeted patients warmly and assisted Physician in preparing patients for exams and procedures by assessing vital signs and recording medical histories.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and document vital signs.
  • Measured vital signs, including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.

Laboratory Assistant

Presbyterian St. Luke’s
02.2013 - 09.2016
  • Received biological samples such as blood, tissue, and bodily fluids and processed for testing.
  • Replenished bench supplies to keep work efficient.
  • Labeled and classified samples for tracking purposes and testing accuracy.
  • Prepared kits to ship to clients for use in sample collection and return.
  • Performed all technical procedures.
  • Maintain proficiency in performance of technical procedures, including venipuncture.
  • Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures.
  • Performed highly complex tests on clinical specimens for diagnostic bringing strengths in handling work independently and solving routine problems without oversight.
  • Offer expertise in Phlebotomy and EKG's and other medical assistant scope and ability to quickly learn new processes, empathetic and patient-service focused.
  • CPR/BLS certified.
  • Recorded known control values from technical instruments to ensure reliability and accuracy in test results reporting.
  • Performed various administrative duties, including data entry and document preparation.
  • Promptly and efficiently distributed specimens to different facilities and labs.
  • Venipuncture, capillary on patients of all ages.
  • Collect and process specimens on patients of all ages as required.
  • Perform test requests and charts results on patients with many different clinical conditions and all age ranges from newborns to geriatric patients.
  • Assist in the clerical duties of the department.
  • Perform required function verification of equipment.

Laboratory Technician

Denver Health Medical Center
06.2002 - 02.2013
  • Phlebotomy (50% of workflow)
  • Received biological samples such as blood, tissue, and bodily fluids and processed for testing.
  • Verified instrument functioning with inspections and tests and calibrated controls to maintain precision of results.
  • Labeled and classified samples for tracking purposes and testing accuracy.
  • Replenished bench supplies to keep work efficient.
  • Conducted urine dip and microscope analyses, including counts, volume, and other metrics.
  • Completed routine preventive maintenance on assigned instruments and equipment.
  • Followed all lab instrument procedures and guidelines, kept lab clean, and routinely calibrated instruments for precision.
  • Verified sample and specimen labeling and processing against standards with regular quality checks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO
07.1989

Skills

  • Wound Care
  • Rapid Strep Testing
  • Cleaning and Organizing
  • Treatment Room Preparation
  • Clinical Applications
  • Blood and Tissue Collection
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • Endometrial Biopsy
  • Problem Anticipation and Resolution
  • Patient Relations
  • Injection Administration
  • Routine Laboratory Testing
  • Administering Immunizations
  • EPIC EMR
  • Lab Specimens and Collections
  • Processing Specimens
  • Venipuncture Expertise
  • Vitals Collection and Documentation
  • Performing EKGs
  • Flu Vaccinations
  • Dressing Removal
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance

Certification

CMA

  • CMA - Certified Medical Assistant

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

CMA/Phlebotomist

CCRM
01.2025 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist (Per Diem)

UCHEALTH
07.2022 - 08.2024

Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

VA Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2022

Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist-Urology

UCHEALTH
08.2018 - 02.2021

Certified Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist- Float

UCHEALTH
08.2016 - 01.2018

Laboratory Assistant

Presbyterian St. Luke’s
02.2013 - 09.2016

Laboratory Technician

Denver Health Medical Center
06.2002 - 02.2013

High School Diploma -

Emily Griffith Technical College

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