Magy Awad

Verify patient identity and collect blood samples using venipuncture or skin puncture techniques. Operate centrifuges, inoculate media and stain slides or samples using manual or automated techniques as required. Calm patients and explain the importance of the test to gain their cooperation.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Quality temp staffing - Lancaster, California

(2024-09)

• Verify patient identity and collect blood samples using venipuncture or skin puncture techniques.
• Operate centrifuges, inoculate media and stain slides or samples using manual or automated techniques as required.
• Calm patients and explain the importance of the test to gain their cooperation.
• Prepare blood samples for diagnostic testing, label them accurately, and prepare slides for microscopic examination.
• Send samples to the appropriate laboratories for analysis.
• Record requests and results, and organize laboratory reports.
• Contribute to performance improvement and quality assurance activities.
• Perform the tasks of lab assistant or technician when needed and fulfill any other assigned responsibilities.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Quest Diagnostics - West hills, California

(2024-07 - 2024-10)

• Obtain identification and accurately enter billing information and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
• Administer oral solutions according to established training.
• Collect specimens according to established procedures. This includes, but not limited to: drug screens, biometric screening and insurance exams.
• Processing specimens including: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing and preparing for transport as required by test order.
• Maintain all appropriate phlebotomy logs in a timely manner and based on frequency, such as maintenance logs and temperature logs.
• Research test/client information and confirm and verify all written and electronic orders by utilizing lab technology systems, Client contact, and approved tools.
• Ability to navigate a computer and accurately enter data is a requirement to be successful in this role.
• Assist with compilation and submission of statistics and data when required.
• Complete online and in person training courses timely.

Self-collection Supervisor - OneHealth Laboratories, LLC - Culver city, California

(2021-11 - 2023-07)

• Site leader who was responsible for setting up the testing site and gathering required supplies.
• Made sure that the team was trained properly in administering the COVID-19 tests and in following proper safety protocols. worked closely with the laboratory team to ensure that test results were processed accurately and efficiently.
• Offers top-notch customer service to high-profile clients such as movie stars, ensuring a smooth and peaceful medical experience.
• Collect nasal specimens (PCR), Rapid test (Antigen) and Lucira tests and follow the testing guidelines.
• Leadership and dedication to the team and to providing quality COVID-19 testing services played a crucial role in helping to prevent the spread of the virus and providing peace of mind to those who needed to get tested.

COVID-19 Collector - Marilyn Taylor Medical Personnel Inc. - Los Angeles, CA

(2021-04 - 2021-11)

• Collect nasal/mouth salvia for Covid-19 testing and created orders for specimens and observed saliva administration to ensure it is done according to the protocol.
• Work with equipment supervisor and team colleagues to ensure that infrastructure on site is suitable and where necessary escalate to remediate issues.
• Collaborate closely with the site supervisor to ensure the sites run efficiently and safely.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase cooperation.

Covid vaccination with LAPD and Core team - Carbon Health Urgent Care - Los Angeles, CA

(2021-04 - 2021-06)

• Administer the COVID vaccine and provide post-immunization monitoring and education to ensure the health and safety of each individual.
• Ensure a sanitary environment by overseeing implementation of infection control best practices.
• Practice in an ethical, environmentally safe, and manner, Set up and break down immunization sites.
• Maintain working knowledge on how to correctly dress in PPE and discard PPE.

Medical Assistant - Babak Kosari, D.M.P - Northridge, CA

(2014-07 - 2020-02)

• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, drawing blood, performing injections and different tests.
• Supervised and mentored lower-level laboratory staff (internship students), ensuring adherence to established protocols.
• Conducted training sessions to enhance team skills and maintain high laboratory standards.
• Check charts and visit notes and Check patients out and schedule follow up appointments.
• Communicate with insurance companies for insurance verification and submit authorizations.
• Assist physicians with Post Ops and follow up with patients.
• Perform different types of bandaging and wound care and Autoclave and sterilize instruments.
• Answer phone calls and Use EMR/HER system (IMS), Prepare patients for X-rays and Set up for Nail Avulsion.

Phlebotomist/ Lab Assistant - Adventist Health Simi Valley Hospital - Simi Valley, CA

(2024-04 - 2024-05)

• Collects blood specimens, as well as receives, handles and processes specimens for laboratory testing.
• Collects and processes appropriate patient specimens and samples for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease to conduct medical laboratory testing.
• Coordinates with lead phlebotomist to run quality controls daily as needed as well as other required testing.
• Confers with patients to obtain information for laboratory records and to explain procedures.
• Distributes specimens to designed departments.
• Obtains blood specimens identification and appropriateness of sample type/ volume for the indicated testing.
• Follows established guidelines for missed collection, recollects, and difficult phlebotomies.

Medical Assistant - St. Mary Coptic Clinic - Northridge, CA

(2012-10 - 2014-07)

• Assisting Doctors and physicians with patient examination.
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, drawing blood, performing injections and different tests including urine, sputum, semen and stool.
• Check charts and visit notes and Check patients out and schedule follow up appointments. and use EMR/HER system (IMS).
• Provide medical administrative support, including maintaining patient records and scheduling appointments.
• Administer medications as directed by healthcare providers.
• Answer phone calls and Use EMR/HER system (IMS), Provide exceptional customer service and address patient inquiries or concerns.
• Collects and records patient data vital signs according to established policies and procedure.

Phlebotomy certification course - SoCal Phlebotomy Institute (2023-07 - 2024-05)

Diploma - Medical Assistant - National Career College (2020-02 - 2020-11)

Diploma - Medical Assistant - Everest College Reseda Campus (2012-07 - 2013-03)