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Lizbeth Vega Since beginning my education at

Phlebotomy Program Pima Medical Institute, I have gone
San Marcos Campus

Graduated 2019 from guest service ambassador, to
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA),

to Mobile Phlebotomist, to Lead

Phlebotomist to my new job as an

Area Phlebotomy Supervisor, all in

less than two years.

I came to Pima Medical during a very difficult time in
my life. I was a single mom, six months pregnant and
working two jobs. A new employee I was training asked
me if I had any personal goals and then began sharing
about the Medical Assistant program she was attending
at Pima Medical. She brought me brochures and when
I saw the Phlebotomy program, I became intrigued and
knew I needed a better life for me and my daughter so I
enrolled.

During class, our instructor inspired me so much. He was
very generous toward the whole class; he came in early
and stayed after class to help anyone who needed it. If
it weren’t for him questioning and repeating the topics
over and over and challenging us, I don’t think I would
be where I am right now.

Now in my new position as an Area Phlebotomy
Supervisor, I recall how my instructor would help us and
challenge us every day. It has inspired me to help and
push new phlebotomists that come onto my team and
help them see their true potential. That’s what he did for
me.

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