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Abdolvahid Salemizadeh

Arlington,Texas

Summary

Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 20+ years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis. Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Competent Phlebotomy Technician with 20+ years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

FC Associate I

Amazon Air Hub
06.2021 - 07.2023
  • Followed procedures at all times for personal and team safety.
  • Collaborated effectively with coworkers on initiatives focused on achieving measurable improvements in production quality and workflow.
  • Operated pallet jacks, forklifts and other heavy equipment to transport merchandise throughout facility.
  • Maintained compliance with company safety policies and called violations to attention of management.
  • Evaluated merchandise for irregularities, flaws or damage prior to packing.
  • Selected packing materials based on size, quantity and fragility of package contents.
  • Unloaded deliveries into warehouse and arranged contents in designated storage areas.
  • Transported packed items onto delivery vehicles, updating tracking database once loaded.
  • Examined incoming and outgoing shipments to check accuracy and identify damages and quality standards.
  • Segregated and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare for storage or shipment.

Driver/Package Handler

FedEx
07.2022 - 05.2023
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
  • Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
  • Stored and secured packages in designated areas to prevent damage and theft.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors to provide information on delays and issues with shipments.
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.

Phlebotomist III/Laboratory Assistant III

Huguley Memorial Medical Center
11.2001 - 04.2014
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
  • Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
  • Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
  • Implemented lab procedures to prevent errors and protect staff.
  • Contacted physicians, nursing stations, or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
  • Developed and implemented new protocols to improve accuracy of laboratory results.

Phlebotomist II/Laboratory Assistant II

Harris Methodist Hospital HEB
03.1991 - 07.2001
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
  • Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
  • Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
  • Implemented lab procedures to prevent errors and protect staff.
  • Contacted physicians, nursing stations, or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
  • Analyzed test data and presented findings using charts and graphs.
  • Conducted chemical analyses using [Type] equipment and recorded results in computer.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Monitored testing procedures to meet criteria and maintain quality control.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
  • Developed and implemented new protocols to improve accuracy of laboratory results.

Phlebotomist /Laboratory Assistant

All Saints Hospital
01.1990 - 09.1997
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
  • Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
  • Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
  • Contacted physicians, nursing stations, or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
  • Conducted chemical analyses using [Type] equipment and recorded results in computer.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations.
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.

Processor

Nichols Medical Laboratory
02.1988 - 03.1991
  • Received and reviewed incoming documents and materials.
  • Entered data into computer tracking system and filed paperwork according to procedures.
  • Interacted regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote teamwork-focused environment.
  • Prepared, boxed, and staged outgoing shipments.
  • Maintained accurate records to enable processor activity and performance monitoring.
  • Operated and serviced processor equipment to maintain production output.
  • Implemented effective strategies for processor optimization based on insights.
  • Led routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks for reduced downtime.
  • Monitored processor performance and adjusted systems for smooth operation.
  • Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.

Education

Phlebotomy

ASPT/ Phlebotomy Certificate
Hickory, NC

High School Diploma -

Razi High School
Abadan, Iran
05.1981

Skills

  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Team Goals
  • Correct Labeling
  • Product Selection
  • Teamwork Skills
  • Pallet Jack Expertise
  • Hand Scanning
  • Team Meetings
  • Safety Regulation Adherence
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Trailer Loading
  • Handheld Scanners
  • Conveyor Systems

Certification

  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician
  • Certified phlebotomist

Timeline

Driver/Package Handler

FedEx
07.2022 - 05.2023

FC Associate I

Amazon Air Hub
06.2021 - 07.2023

Phlebotomist III/Laboratory Assistant III

Huguley Memorial Medical Center
11.2001 - 04.2014

Phlebotomist II/Laboratory Assistant II

Harris Methodist Hospital HEB
03.1991 - 07.2001

Phlebotomist /Laboratory Assistant

All Saints Hospital
01.1990 - 09.1997

Processor

Nichols Medical Laboratory
02.1988 - 03.1991

Phlebotomy

ASPT/ Phlebotomy Certificate

High School Diploma -

Razi High School
  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician
  • Certified phlebotomist
Abdolvahid Salemizadeh