Carrie Paris Ross
Harlingen
Summary
Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 16 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.
Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Phlebotomy Team Lead Manager
Principle
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed scheduling and staffing of the phlebotomy team, ensuring coverage during peak hours.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for continuous improvement in service delivery and skills development among team members.
- Performed venipuncture, capillary puncture, and other blood collection methods according to established protocols while prioritizing patient safety.
- Mentored junior phlebotomists, fostering a supportive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Greenleaf
07.2019 - 12.2022
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Schryver Medical
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Phlebotomist Technician
LabCorp
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Handled insurance verification tasks using oracle to validate patient insurance information.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Superior Mobile Insurance Solutions
01.2012 - 08.2015
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Assistant Manager
Days Inn Hotel
06.2005 - 12.2011
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas Brownsville
Brownsville, TX12.2015
Certificate Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Medical Shield Academy
Harlingen, TX12.2007
Skills
- Data Entry
- Phlebotomy Procedures
- Specimen Labeling Procedures
- Specimen Collection
- Processing Specimens
- Visiting Patient Homes
- Specimen Transport
- Measuring Vital Statistics
- Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture
- Team Leader
- OSHA Regulations
- EMR Systems
- CPR/AED
- Phlebotomy technician (PT)
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
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Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Training
BLS-12/22
ACLS/PALS-12/22
NPR-12/22
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomy Team Lead Manager
Principle
02.2023 - 06.2024
Mobile Phlebotomist
Greenleaf
07.2019 - 12.2022
Mobile Phlebotomist
Schryver Medical
01.2016 - 06.2019
Phlebotomist Technician
LabCorp
08.2015 - 07.2018
Mobile Phlebotomist
Superior Mobile Insurance Solutions
01.2012 - 08.2015
Assistant Manager
Days Inn Hotel
06.2005 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas Brownsville
Certificate Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Medical Shield Academy
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