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Debra Ruiz

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Summary

Healthcare professional with a strong foundation in patient care and specimen collection, prepared for a role in phlebotomy. Proven track record of handling blood draws and maintaining high standards of hygiene. Recognized for excellent teamwork and ability to adapt to changing clinical needs, ensuring consistent results and patient satisfaction.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

Laboratory Corporation of America
09.2020 - Current
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
  • Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
09.2017 - 08.2020
  • 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.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.

Lab Assistant / Call Center / Med. Rec.

Atascosa Health Center
01.2015 - 12.2017
  • All age blood draw, TSH & CBC testing, waived testing (flu rsv strep ua hcg microalb. Accuck pt-inr), reporting of critical lab results, in-put results to p.t. Records, answer phone, fax med. Rec., schedule p.t. Appt., ordering labs for providers, pku

PST Specialist

Laboratory Corporation of America
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • STAT Draw, Process payment on account, NON DOT & DOT Drug testing, front office duties, order supplies, all age blood draws, fax, answer phones

Phlebotomist

South Texas Regional Medical Center
11.2007 - 05.2011
  • Company Overview: (Methodist South)
  • All age blood draws, respond to “CODE BLUE” & “TRAUMA CODE”, NON DOT drug test, STAT draws

Education

Medical Office Specialist -

Career Point College
01.2007

G.E.D - undefined

St. Phillips College
04.2013

Skills

  • Certified in CPR and first aid
  • Venipuncture
  • Order of draw
  • Patient care
  • Specimen handling
  • Butterfly needle technique
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Venipuncture expertise
  • Data entry
  • Pediatric phlebotomy

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Laboratory Corporation of America
09.2020 - Current

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
09.2017 - 08.2020

Lab Assistant / Call Center / Med. Rec.

Atascosa Health Center
01.2015 - 12.2017

PST Specialist

Laboratory Corporation of America
01.2014 - 01.2015

Phlebotomist

South Texas Regional Medical Center
11.2007 - 05.2011

G.E.D - undefined

St. Phillips College

Medical Office Specialist -

Career Point College

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