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Samrawit Asfaw

Aurora

Summary

Expert phlebotomist with nine years of experience, with success in collecting blood products. Dedicated to 100% compliance with all safe blood collection regulations and guidelines. Talented ECG professional experienced in performing tests on individuals of all ages. Motivated team player, skilled in successfully managing multiple tasks. Foster trusting relationships with patients to lessen anxiety, and improve overall outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Telemetry Monitor Technician

HCA
Denver
05.2025 - Current
  • Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry equipment and software.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to report any abnormal readings immediately.
  • Maintained equipment functionality through regular checks and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Documented patient data accurately to ensure clear communication among healthcare teams.
  • Responded promptly to alarms and alerts, coordinating care as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with safety standards and hospital policies during monitoring operations.
  • Responded promptly to any alarms or changes in patient conditions.
  • Monitored cardiac rhythms, analyzed data, and reported findings to medical staff.

EKG Technician

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
Aurora
09.2022 - 02.2025
  • Attached electrodes to patients' bodies and recorded electrical impulses from heart to perform EKGs.
  • Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.
  • Updated patients' records with readings taken from heart monitors or EKGs.
  • Reviewed patient information to determine normal and abnormal heart patterns.
  • Performed to lead an emergency setting
  • Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.

Phlebotomist Technician

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
Denver
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.

Education

Community College of Aurora -

Aurora Co

Pickens Technical College
Aurora, CO

Skills

  • Venipuncture techniques
  • BLS
  • EKG 12leads interpretation
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Specimen collection and storage
  • Proper labeling
  • Certified and licensed
  • Venipuncture and capillary puncture
  • Electrocardiogram monitoring
  • Sample processing
  • Telemetry monitoring

Timeline

Telemetry Monitor Technician

HCA
05.2025 - Current

EKG Technician

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2025

Phlebotomist Technician

UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
09.2022 - 01.2023

Community College of Aurora -

Aurora Co

Pickens Technical College
Samrawit Asfaw