Dayana Velasquez
Conroe,TX
Summary
Professional healthcare worker with robust experience in drawing blood and handling specimens. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring efficient and reliable service. Skilled in venipuncture, patient care, and maintaining sterile environments, with focus on achieving results and high standards. Dependable and prepared to contribute to patient care and diagnostic accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Phlebotomist
HCA Northwest Medical Center
Houston, TX
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of specimen collection and patient interactions in laboratory information systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure proper labeling and handling of specimens for testing.
- Conducted routine quality control checks on equipment to maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Phlebotomist
BioReference Laboratories
The Woodlands, TX
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
Phlebotomy
Quest Diagnostics
The Woodlands, TX
12.2020 - 02.2022
- In office phlebotomist collecting blood from all ages including patients with disability.
- Collection of urine and blood, straight 23g needles, heel sticks, butterfly, and finger sticks.
- Process all specimens using Centrifuge.
- Document all patient's information.
- Report any mistakes or collection misses if possible.
- Sanitize entire work area including deep cleaning of all medical equipment.
- Collect payment at time of visit if needed.
- Enforce PPE in work area.
- Document any specimens collected from nurses and Doctors.
- Order supplies, as well as stock my own supplies.
- Collection of drug test.
- Work with Quanum computer system.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Maintained adequate supplies such as tubes, needles, and syringes in phlebotomy room for collection of blood specimens.
Phlebotomy Technician
HCA Conroe Regional Medical Center
Conroe, TX
12.2019 - 09.2020
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Used multiple electronic medical software, including Meditech and Mobilab to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures through open communication and showing empathy.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Maintained fully stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Education
Certificate -
Lonestar College
Conroe, TX12.2018
High School Diploma -
Windfern High School
Houston, TX2015
Skills
- Specimen handling
- Patient confidentiality
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient support
- Data entry
- Specimen preparation
- Infection control
- Paperwork processing
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Sample storage
- Health and safety
- EMR recordkeeping
- Time management
- Customer service
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Phlebotomist
HCA Northwest Medical Center
05.2025 - 07.2025
Phlebotomist
BioReference Laboratories
07.2023 - 02.2024
Phlebotomy
Quest Diagnostics
12.2020 - 02.2022
Phlebotomy Technician
HCA Conroe Regional Medical Center
12.2019 - 09.2020
Certificate -
Lonestar College
High School Diploma -
Windfern High School