Cristina Opris
Nashville
Summary
Skilled in venipuncture and demonstrating exceptional patient care, I significantly enhanced patient experiences at Quest Diagnostics. Leveraging expertise in specimen handling and HIPAA compliance, I contributed to improved clinical documentation processes at 3M, ensuring accuracy and reducing risk exposure. My adaptability and commitment to patient support have consistently driven positive outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Phlebotomist
PathGroup
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
Clinical Documentation Specialist
3M
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration between physicians, nurses, case managers, coders, and other relevant stakeholders regarding the appropriate representation of patient severity levels within EHRs.
- Analyzed data from audits to identify areas for improvement in clinical documentation processes, implementing targeted interventions for positive change.
- Expedited accurate clinical documentation completion by promptly responding to queries from healthcare providers and support staff, offering timely guidance and support.
- Reduced risk exposure by promptly addressing any identified discrepancies or inconsistencies within patient records.
Lab Assistant
St. Thomas Hospital
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
Education
Associate In Medical Assisting - Nursing
Everest Institute
Norcross, GA08.2010
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality
Languages
Romanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
08.2022 - 01.2023
Phlebotomist
PathGroup
01.2022 - 08.2022
Clinical Documentation Specialist
3M
02.2021 - 08.2021
Lab Assistant
St. Thomas Hospital
02.2019 - 09.2020
Associate In Medical Assisting - Nursing
Everest Institute
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