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Carlos Diaz

Miami

Summary

Patient-oriented Phlebotomist offering 9 years of experience in laboratory and clinical settings. Technically proficient in key phlebotomy techniques, universal precautions and sterilization protocols. Team-oriented and skilled in training students and new hires on policies and procedures. Skillful Phlebotomy Technician with 9 years of experience and advanced training in therapeutic venipuncture. Focused professional successful in consistently meeting collection targets while advancing organizational mission. Comfortable operating within high-volume collection scenarios. Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients. Phlebotomist Technician with 9 years of experience in patient-focused services with comprehensive experience in high-volume output labs handling live-patient samples, calibrating laboratory equipment and maintaining spaces. Meticulous, detailed and accurate with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Professional and composed decision-maker resourceful in perceiving and resolving problems in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. Strong communicator when interfacing seamlessly with patients, doctors and medical staff. Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 9 years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques. 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. Productive Phlebotomist offering 9 years of experience in collecting blood specimens in healthcare settings. Proven leader with success in recommending and introducing strategies to improve workflow, specimen processing and customer service related to patient care. Calm and comforting with stressed patients. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Motivated professional offering Nursing in University. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Hardworking and reliable Phlebotomist with strong ability in sampling. Offering professionalism and Quality of work. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Attentive driver with strong knowledge of local routes and traffic patterns. Monitors road conditions and construction areas to maintain schedule adherence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phebotomist

HCA-IRL-Mercy Hospital
Miami
12.2017 - Current
  • Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
  • Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
  • Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
  • Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
  • Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
  • Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
  • Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
  • Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
  • Assessed donor vital signs during and after procedures to check for fatigue or dizziness.
  • Flushed intravenous lines with saline to prevent blockages.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
  • Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
  • Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
  • Mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
  • Upheld donor confidentiality throughout intake and collection process.
  • Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
  • Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Checked hemoglobin levels of individuals prior to blood donation.
  • Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
  • Collected blood samples from patients using proper techniques and protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for each procedure.
  • Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy procedures and practices.
  • Managed inventory of supplies and ordered materials as needed.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients during blood collection processes.

Education

Nursing

Facultad Ciencias Medicas
Cuba
06.1996

High School Diploma -

Ormani Arenado
Cuba
06.1988

Skills

  • Sharps Disposal
  • Manual and Finger Dexterity
  • Stress Management
  • Tracking Specimens
  • Sanitation and Sterilization
  • Biohazard Waste Disposal
  • Fluid and Tissue Disposal
  • Problem-Solving
  • Glucose Screening
  • Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use
  • Staff Phlebotomy Training
  • Blood Alcohol Testing
  • Peak and Trough Tests
  • Patient Relations
  • Sharps Collection
  • Biohazard Policy Compliance
  • Data Entry
  • Tray Organization
  • Interval Testing
  • Problem Solving
  • Hemoglobin Testing
  • Sample and Form Matching
  • Butterfly Venipuncture
  • Blood Culturing
  • MEDITECH Laboratory and Microbiology
  • Specimen Collection
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Decision Making
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Team leadership
  • Patient counseling
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Inventory management
  • Specimen collection
  • Blood processing
  • Patient documentation

Education and Training

other,other

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Certification

Phlebotomist

Timeline

Phebotomist

HCA-IRL-Mercy Hospital
12.2017 - Current

Nursing

Facultad Ciencias Medicas

High School Diploma -

Ormani Arenado
Carlos Diaz
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