Open To Work
Blanca Rodriguez
HOUSTON,TX
Summary
Newly Certified Phlebotomist with extensive training and hands-on experience in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection techniques. Quick to build rapport with patients and successful at reducing patients' anxiety or discomfort.
Overview
18
18
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
HOUSTON, TX
06.2019 - 03.2026
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Verified patient identification before performing blood draws consistently.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Ensured accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens, delivering quality patient care.
- Provided emotional support and addressed patient concerns to enhance comfort during procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Collaborated with laboratory staff to ensure accurate specimen processing.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis and documentation.
- Restocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station to prepare for procedures.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and reported shortages to management promptly.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
Phlebotomist
Tomball hospital
Tomball, Texas
05.2008 - 07.2018
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Verified patient identification before performing blood draws consistently.
- Maintained clean and organized phlebotomy area to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Monitored supply inventory and promptly reported shortages to management, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis and documentation.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
- Counseled patients to alleviate fears and enhance cooperation during blood draws, improving overall patient experience.
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Education
Phlebotomist
Lone Star College
Houston, TX 01.2008 - 06.2026
Skills
- Venipuncture expertise
- Blood specimen collection
- Multi-sample collection
- Blood collection
- Proper labeling
- Venipuncture techniques
- Syringe method
- Skin puncture
- Butterfly needle technique
- Team collaboration
- Specimen handling
- Laboratory procedures
- HIPAA compliance
- Customer service
- Regulatory compliance
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Order of draw
- Butterfly needle technique
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Time management abilities
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$22/hr - $32/hrTimeline
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
06.2019 - 03.2026
Phlebotomist
Tomball hospital
05.2008 - 07.2018
Phlebotomist
Lone Star College
01.2008 - 06.2026