CYNTHIA MIRAMONTES
Van Nuys,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and knowledgeable clinical laboratory professional with over 20 years of experience. Dedicated service to the acute care laboratory as a leader and team collaborator. Passionate in improving communication and maintaining high quality standards in diagnostic testing. My goal is to continue to develop my abilities through my passionate drive to succeed and to use my valuable personal qualities, while I contribute to the continued growth and success of the organization.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Valley Presbiterian
Van Nuys, CA
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted experiments following established protocols to ensure accurate and reliable results.
- Assisted in the preparation of samples and reagents for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functioning and adherence to safety standards.
- Recorded and analyzed data, contributing to research findings and project documentation.
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
Mission Hills, CA
08.2005 - 01.2024
- Preferred venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood samples for laboratory testing.
- Received and processed specimens in accordance with CLSI and CLIA guidelines to ensure accurate results.
- Delegated daily task to lab assistants including morning, STAT, and timed blood draws.
- Trained new lab assistants on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent performance across team members.
- Maintained laboratory supplies such as needles, collection tubes, antiseptics, and other lab consumables.
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
Northridge Hospital Medical Center
Northridge, CA
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Collected blood samples from patients admitted to intensive care, emergency, and telemetry departments.
- Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
- Served as a reliable source of information for colleagues seeking assistance or clarification on laboratory procedures or equipment.
Education
Medical Assisting
Modern Technology College
North Hollywood, CAHigh School Diploma - undefined
San Fernando Senior High School
San Fernando, CASkills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1- CPT00017451
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Skilled in processing serum, plasma, and urine samples
- Excellent patient care and customer service
- Interpersonal communication and diligent team leadership
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Valley Presbiterian
08.2024 - Current
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
Northridge Hospital Medical Center
03.2014 - 03.2016
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
Providence Holy Cross Medical Center
08.2005 - 01.2024
Medical Assisting
Modern Technology College
High School Diploma - undefined
San Fernando Senior High School