Betsy Torres
Houston,TX
Summary
Professional Phlebotomist with 20 years of experience in drawing blood from patients of all ages and backgrounds. Possesses excellent customer service and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Arbor Diagnostics
Houston, TX
10.2021 - Current
- Ensure specimen integrity is maintained by employing aseptic techniques.
- Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies.
- Dispose of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies.
- Draw blood from capillaries by dermal puncture, such as heel or finger stick methods.
Phlebotomist
Avero
Pasadena, TX
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of venipuncture techniques to accommodate diverse patient needs.
- Perform data entry duties related to record management initiatives.
- Manage bleeding time tests, ensuring result records are appropriately maintained.
- Ensure the work area conforms to facility hygiene and safety regulations.
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
Pasadena, TX
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Obtain blood specimens through venipuncture and finger stick techniques.
- Conduct hemoglobin tests to ensure donor iron levels are normal.
- Process blood or other fluid samples for further analysis by other medical professionals.
- Organize or clean blood-drawing trays, ensuring that all instruments are sterile, and all needles, syringes, or related items are of first-time use.
Medical Assistant
Divine Health Care for Woman
Houston, TX
08.2010 - 01.2011
- Maintained patient records and medical charts in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
- Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Garden City High School
Garden City, KSSkills
- Customer and Personal Service
- Time Management
- Speaking
- Foreign Language
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Arbor Diagnostics
10.2021 - Current
Phlebotomist
Avero
01.2020 - 01.2021
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
01.2012 - 01.2017
Medical Assistant
Divine Health Care for Woman
08.2010 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Garden City High School