LizBeth Vega was a single mom, working two jobs, when she decided she wanted a career, not just a job. She happened to be training a new employee who was enrolled in our San Marcos campus Medical Assistant Program. While browsing some brochures, she saw the Phlebotomy program. The rest you might say is history.
Vegas says that one important decision changed the trajectory of not just her life, but her family’s as well.
“Since beginning my education at Pima Medical Institute, I have gone from guest service ambassador, to Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), to Mobile Phlebotomist, to Lead Phlebotomist and now to my new job as an Area Phlebotomy Supervisor, all in just less than two years.
I came to Pima Medical during a very difficult time of 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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