Altina Morina
North Ridgeville,OH
Summary
Professional with relevant experience in laboratory settings, prepared for responsibilities of specimen processing. Strong background in handling biological samples, ensuring accurate data entry, and maintaining strict adherence to protocols. Known for exceptional teamwork and reliability, consistently adapting to meet evolving needs and achieving high-quality results. Skilled in precise labeling, sample preparation, and maintaining sterile environments, with focus on contributing positively to laboratory's objectives.
Healthcare professional prepared for role in phlebotomy with strong foundation in patient care and specimen collection. Proven track record of handling blood draws and maintaining high standards of hygiene. Known for excellent teamwork and ability to adapt to changing clinical needs, ensuring consistent results and patient satisfaction.
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specimen Processor & Phlebotomist
Cleveland Clinic
Avon, OH
11.2024 - Current
- Processed high volumes of time-sensitive specimens without compromising accuracy or quality standards under tight deadlines.
- Contributed to the accuracy of test results by promptly addressing any discrepancies or issues with specimen quality, identification, or documentation.
- Efficiently prepared specimens for shipment to external testing facilities, ensuring adherence to packaging guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Increased patient satisfaction by ensuring specimens were processed accurately and swiftly.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Collected, labeled, and processed blood samples for variety of tests, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to laboratory.
Phlebotomist
Southwest General Hospital
Middleburgh Height, Ohio
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests
- Streamlined specimen handling, reducing wait times and improving lab efficiency
- Provided empathetic patient care during specimen collection, promoting comfort and trust
- Implemented best practices for vein selection, optimizing success rates of first-attempt draws.
Beauty Advisor
Ulta
North Olmsted, OH
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Showed customers how to apply makeup and other products to achieve desired looks
- Built and deepened productive and positive customer relationships with high-quality service and focus on gaining loyalty
- Developed connections to offer guests best-in-class experience with skincare, makeup and fragrance
- Boosted store sales by enhancing product knowledge and customer engagement as a Sales Associate
- Eagerly embraced new sales techniques and products, consistently achieving top sales performances
- Supported team members to meet collective sales targets, sharing insights and strategies.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Bryan University
Arizona03-2035
Graduate Certificate - Phlebotomy
Polaris Career Center
Middleburg Heigh04-2023
High School Diploma -
Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu
Kosovo09-2014
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Computer skills and data entry
- CPR For Adults and Children
- AED Operation
- Knowledge of basic medical procedures with medical examinations
- Specimen Collection
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Clinical laboratory experience
- Pipetting techniques
- Sample preparation
- Specimen handling
- Centrifuge operation
- Swab collection
- Body fluid analysis
Languages
Albanian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
- CPA
- NHA
- BSL
Timeline
Specimen Processor & Phlebotomist
Cleveland Clinic
11.2024 - Current
Phlebotomist
Southwest General Hospital
05.2023 - 11.2024
Beauty Advisor
Ulta
03.2021 - 05.2023
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Bryan University
Graduate Certificate - Phlebotomy
Polaris Career Center
High School Diploma -
Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu