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Aidan Diaz

Jersey City,NJ

Summary

Expert in managing all aspects of patient care with proven leadership, delegation skills, and mentoring abilities. Consistently achieve optimal patient outcomes. Highly skilled medical phlebotomist and Nursing skills with comprehensive experience in collecting, storing, and preparing patient specimens.Recognized for maintaining safety protocols, with a solid understanding of phlebotomy techniques. Known for delivering high-quality patient care, and contributing to team success through effective communication and collaboration skills. Made significant contributions to previous workplaces by enhancing workflow efficiency and improving patient satisfaction rates.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Phlebotomist lead

Quest Diagnostics
New York, NY
04.2024 - Current
  • Performed venipuncture on patients across all age groups using standard precautions.
  • Collected, labeled, and processed specimens in compliance with laboratory protocols.
  • Managed inventory for phlebotomy supplies, ensuring organization and tracking accuracy.
  • Ensured cleanliness and sterilization of work area and phlebotomy equipment.
  • Assisted in training and mentoring new phlebotomy staff for skill enhancement.
  • Collaborated with laboratory personnel to address and resolve specimen-related issues.
  • Handled special collection procedures, including therapeutic phlebotomy and drug testing.
  • Prepared specimens for transport by centrifuging and packaging appropriately.
  • Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
  • Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.

Lead Phlebotomist -perdiem

MedRite Urgent Care
New York, NY
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
  • Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
  • Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
  • Conducted patient interviews and verified medical records to confirm test requisitions.
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
  • Participated in continuing education to stay current with phlebotomy practices.
  • Coordinated with medical staff to schedule patient appointments efficiently.
  • Provided feedback to medical staff regarding abnormal or unexpected lab results.
  • Coordinated with other departments within the hospital and clinic setting as needed in order to complete tasks related to specimen collection.
  • Trained new staff on proper collection techniques and safety protocols.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Antech Diagnostics - Veterinary Reference STAT Laboratory
New Hyde Park, NY
11.2022 - 02.2024
  • Interpreted data from various sources including patient history, lab results, imaging studies.
  • Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
  • Conducted microscopic examinations of body fluids such as urine or blood samples.
  • Participated in the development and validation of new laboratory tests and procedures, enhancing service offerings.
  • Recorded all test results accurately into the laboratory computer system.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable regulatory standards such as CLIA.
  • Evaluated and processed biological specimens to support accurate and appropriate testing procedures.
  • Used microscope to examine cells stained with dye to identify anomalies.
  • Performed quality control tests on laboratory equipment and supplies to ensure accuracy of results.

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Catholic Health System
New Hyde Park, NY
05.2020 - 11.2022
  • Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs and medical histories.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Performed laboratory specimen collections such as urine samples or throat swabs according to established standards.
  • Provided patient education regarding medications, treatments, diet modifications and lifestyle changes to improve health outcomes.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Processed orders for medical supplies and lab equipment.
  • Assisted physicians with clinical procedures such as suturing, drawing blood, and administering injections.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
  • Collected blood samples using proper techniques and equipment.
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

St Pauls School of Nursing
Queens, NY
12-2020

Skills

  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Pediatric phlebotomy
  • Specimen handling
  • Adaptable to change
  • Patient care
  • Proper labeling
  • First aid and CPR
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • Therapeutic phlebotomy
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Venipuncture and capillary puncture
  • Syringe method
  • Quality control
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Staff management
  • Process improvement initiatives
  • Communication
  • Adaptable approach
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Medical terminology
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Reflective listening
  • Student engagement
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Adaptable nature
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Confidence building
  • Motivational skills
  • Team leadership
  • Relationship building
  • Conflict resolution
  • Venipuncture techniques
  • Geriatric phlebotomy
  • Order of draw
  • Blood culture collection
  • Laboratory compliance
  • Recording vital signs

Certification

  • BLS
  • CPR
  • Phlebotomy
  • Medical Technician
  • NYC Child Abuse Certificate
  • Mandated NYS Infection control Certification

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Medical Phlebotomist lead

Quest Diagnostics
04.2024 - Current

Lead Phlebotomist -perdiem

MedRite Urgent Care
06.2023 - 04.2024

Medical Laboratory Technician

Antech Diagnostics - Veterinary Reference STAT Laboratory
11.2022 - 02.2024

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Catholic Health System
05.2020 - 11.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

St Pauls School of Nursing

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