ANGELA DAMIAN
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Organized lab assistant with several years of hands-on experience and exceptional skills in recordkeeping and specimen collection. Well-trained and comfortable dealing with complex and sensitive laboratory equipment. Accurate in extracting reliable and valuable results.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Assistant
Parkview Hospital
Fort Wayne , Indiana
09.2019 - 09.2025
- Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent contamination and ensure the integrity of samples and cultures.
- Recorded and reported test results accurately according to established procedures.
- Provided technical support and training to new laboratory personnel and interns, enhancing team skills and performance.
- Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories.
- Prepared specimens for analysis by conducting sample processing and extraction techniques.
- Provided technical guidance to junior staff members regarding laboratory procedures and protocols.
- Prepared samples and reagents for testing according to established protocols, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision on patients of varying ages and health statuses.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
Medical Assistant
Dupont Pediatrics
Fort Wayne , Indiana
08.2016 - 04.2019
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
Gastrointestinal Technician
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne , Indiana
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Provided assistance with surgical preparations when requested by attending physician.
- Cared for patients undergoing endoscopy procedures and transitioned from pre- to post-procedure care.
- Adhered to operating and safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing endoscopes and equipment.
- Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
- Set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming operations.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Assisted physicians during endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopies and upper GI endoscopies.
Medical Assistant
Jefferson Pediatrics
Fort Wayne, IN
11.2010 - 06.2015
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and sample analyses to monitor diseases.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
Fort Wayne, USA
04.2010 - 10.2010
- Customer service, interpreted Spanish for doctors orders & prescriptions prepared prescriptions cashier
- Transferred medication from vials to sterile, disposable syringes using aseptic techniques.
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescription orders accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored supply inventory and promptly submitted replenishment orders to prevent shortages.
- Processed insurance claims and handled billing inquiries to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient questions and concerns with empathy.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Received written prescription or refill requests, verifying information for completeness and accuracy.
- Operated cash registers to accept payments from customers.
- Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies.
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
Inspector
Vera Bradley
New Haven, USA
06.2008 - 04.2009
- Inspected merchandise, sew and repair
Pharmacy Tech
CVS Pharmacy
Fort Wayne, USA
11.2005 - 10.2008
- Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
- Established or maintained medications and other patient profiles.
- Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
- Managed medication inventory, including ordering and restocking medications as necessary.
- Received written prescription or refill requests, verifying information for completeness and accuracy.
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
- Greeted customers and answered questions regarding personal medications or over-the-counter pharmacy products.
- Communicated effectively with doctors and insurance agencies to resolve prescription cost discrepancies.
- Refilled medications, offered insight into over-the-counter products and verified insurance benefits.
Education
High School Diploma - High School
NorthSide High School
Skills
- Sample collection
- Laboratory procedures
- Specimen processing
- Data recording
- Equipment maintenance
- Team training
- Patient communication
- Quality assurance
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Laboratory supply management
- Tissue sample handling
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Test results interpretation
- Sample checking
- Rapid tests
- Excellent lab practices
- Microbiology expertise
- Chemical handling
- Specimen tracking
- Sterile processing
- Lab testing and reporting
- Sample labeling
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Medical terminology
- Emergency response
- Employee training
- Patient assessments
- Outpatient dialysis services
- Prioritizing stat orders
- Suture removal
- Catheter change and preparation
- Phlebotomy
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
Certification
Indiana Board Of Pharmacy, Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, 06/01/06, 06/01/25
Activities
Volunteered at Parkview Hospital my senior year of high school in the NICU Unit.
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Parkview Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2025
Medical Assistant
Dupont Pediatrics
08.2016 - 04.2019
Gastrointestinal Technician
Lutheran Hospital
07.2015 - 08.2016
Medical Assistant
Jefferson Pediatrics
11.2010 - 06.2015
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
04.2010 - 10.2010
Inspector
Vera Bradley
06.2008 - 04.2009
Pharmacy Tech
CVS Pharmacy
11.2005 - 10.2008
High School Diploma - High School
NorthSide High School