Andrea Cruz
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Experienced phlebotomist with a proven track record of providing quality patient care in various healthcare settings, including roles as a lead medical assistant and lab technician. Seeking new employment opportunities to leverage skills and knowledge for the benefit of patients and healthcare teams. Passionate about delivering compassionate care and ensuring accurate specimen collection for diagnostic testing. Dedicated professional committed to upholding the highest standards of patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Pediatric Associates- Almouie Pediatrics
10.2023 - Current
- Administered immunizations and performed routine laboratory tests, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in patient intake processes, accurately documenting medical histories and vital signs.
- Coordinated scheduling for appointments, optimizing clinic workflow and enhancing patient experience.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in patient care and office protocols, promoting team development.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques for diagnostic testing.
- Ensured proper labeling and documentation of specimens to maintain accurate patient records.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Child Care Provider
Child Care Provider
08.2018 - 09.2023
- Teach daily living skills or behaviors.
- Organize recreational activities or events.
- Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
- Monitor environment to ensure safety.
Medical Assistant
Almouie Pediatrics
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Give medications or immunizations.
- Collect biological specimens from patients.
- Record vital statistics or other health information.
- Interview patients to gather medical information.
Education
Texas School of Phlebotomy
San Antonio, TX01.2023
Medical Assistant
The College of Health Care of Professions
San Antonio, TX01.2016
Associates Degree - undefined
Northwest Vista
San Antonio, TX01.2015
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of Draw
- Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards
- Room preparation and sterilization
- Monitoring vital signs
- Fingerstick blood sampling
- Manage medical records
- Blood Cultures
- Urinalysis testing
- Front and Back Office skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital sign monitoring
Timeline
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Pediatric Associates- Almouie Pediatrics
10.2023 - Current
Child Care Provider
Child Care Provider
08.2018 - 09.2023
Medical Assistant
Almouie Pediatrics
08.2016 - 05.2018
Medical Assistant
The College of Health Care of Professions
Associates Degree - undefined
Northwest Vista
Texas School of Phlebotomy
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