Cesilia Zepeda
Arlington,TX
Summary
Compassionate professional in healthcare, adept at performing venipuncture and blood collection tasks with precision and care. Known for maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing procedures to uphold patient comfort and accuracy. Skilled in specimen handling, data entry, and patient education, ensuring safe and effective practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, fostering positive patient experiences and efficient clinical workflows.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Amazon Driver
Northstar Logistics
Mansfield, Texas
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Checked vehicle after shift for damage.
- Ensured vehicle cleanliness and performed regular maintenance checks.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Followed routes assigned by dispatchers to meet delivery objectives.
- Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
- Transported riders to designated stops according to pre-determined schedules.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.
Phlebotomist
Kedplasma
Lubbock, Texas
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Handled special collection procedures, including therapeutic phlebotomy and drug testing.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with phlebotomy practices.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
- Calibrated equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sam Houston High School
Arlington, TX07-2018
Skills
- Customer service
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Attention to detail
- Venipuncture
- Sample labeling
- Sample storage
- Butterfly needle technique
- Laboratory procedures understanding
- Sample and specimen collection
Timeline
Amazon Driver
Northstar Logistics
10.2024 - 01.2025
Phlebotomist
Kedplasma
02.2023 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Sam Houston High School