ALINA PANIAGUA
Trumbull,CT
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in phlebotomy, EKG interpretation, and laboratory support. Proven ability to uphold safety protocols while improving patient care through effective teamwork. Strong commitment to enhancing healthcare outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Westchester County Medical Center
Valhalla, New York
10.2025 - Current
- Prepared chemical solutions and reagents for various tests.
- Supported lab technicians in conducting experiments and analyzing results.
- Documented test results accurately and updated laboratory databases.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline laboratory workflows.
- Prepared specimens for analysis by conducting sample processing and extraction techniques.
- Prepared laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, process, or quality control.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.
- Performed preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when performing experiments.
Respiratory Therapy Aide
Phelps Memorial Hospital
Sleepy Hollow, NY
08.2023 - Current
- Provided immediate care during respiratory emergencies and participated in resuscitation efforts, contributing to stabilization of patients in distress.
- Operated and troubleshot respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring calibrations and maintenance meet standards for safe and effective patient care.
- Trained and oriented new staff members and students in respiratory therapy procedures and best practices to ensure consistent and quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient treatments, procedures, and responses in compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
- Monitored infection control practices and contributed to quality improvement initiatives, enhancing departmental performance and patient safety.
Clinical Support Service Assistant
Phelps Memorial Hospital
Sleepy Hollow, NY
11.2019 - 07.2023
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information and medical records to protect patient privacy
- Checked and replenished crash cart supplies, ensuring readiness during emergencies through consistent documentation
- Informs team leaders regarding expired emergency drugs
- Facilitated collaboration between clinicians and patients to enhance care delivery.; ensures preparedness of patients and processes
- Assists clinicians in all clinical observations/information by using relevant software
- Serves as a liaison to coordinate information between clinicians and facilities, patients, and other key personnel
- Enhanced patient experience by actively contributing to processes that promote patient satisfaction
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Collects and organizes supplies ensuring all work areas are restocked appropriately
- Assists team leaders with ordering and purchasing of all necessary office supplies
- Collaborates with team leaders to ensure all quality control measures have been addressed
- Utilized strong verbal and written communication skills to convey information effectively., both verbal and written
Medical Laboratory Assistant II
Sloan Memorial Sloan Kettering
West Harrison, NY
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed and distributed patient results while addressing external inquiries, add-ons, and troubleshooting to enhance service delivery.
- Perform completion of testing for the day
- Labels specimens and aliquots according to established protocols and according to testing ordered
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding specimen information and provided verbal reports. of specimen related questions give verbal reports
- Perform clerical work and computer functions, including computer print jobs
- Maintains work area in a safe, aseptic and organized manner
- Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results
Phlebotomist
Phelps Memorial Hospital
Sleepy Hollow, NY
07.2016 - 11.2019
- Obtain blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
- Follow infection-control and safety procedures in carrying out daily phlebotomy functions
- Communicated clearly with patients to explain procedures, alleviate anxiety, and secure informed consent prior to blood collection.
- Documented blood draws in electronic medical records, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in patient information management.
- Collaborated with laboratory staff and healthcare providers to ensure timely and accurate specimen processing and delivery.
- Trained and mentored new phlebotomists and interns in phlebotomy best practices and techniques, enhancing team competency.
Education
Phlebotomy/EKG Certification -
Cochran School of Nursing
Yonkers, NY04-2016
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
06-2006
Associate of Health Science -
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT08-2026
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sample analysis techniques
- Sample processing
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Sample processing methods
- Laboratory maintenance
- Chemical preparation
Accomplishments
- Enhanced Laboratory Efficiency, Reduced sample processing time by 25% by optimizing workflow procedures in the lab.
- Improved Patient Satisfaction, Achieved 98% patient satisfaction through excellent communication and service.
- Increased Diagnostic Accuracy, Contributed to a 15% increase in accuracy of patient results through meticulous management.
- Exceptional Data Management, Managed and dispatched over 500 patient results monthly with zero errors.
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Westchester County Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Respiratory Therapy Aide
Phelps Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Support Service Assistant
Phelps Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - 07.2023
Medical Laboratory Assistant II
Sloan Memorial Sloan Kettering
01.2019 - 01.2021
Phlebotomist
Phelps Memorial Hospital
07.2016 - 11.2019
Phlebotomy/EKG Certification -
Cochran School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Associate of Health Science -
Norwalk Community College