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Destiny Winters

El Paso

Summary

Offering strong foundation in healthcare principles and dedication to patient well-being, ready to learn and grow in medical environment. Delivers ability to understand and apply safety protocols and patient interaction techniques. Ready to use and develop skills in venipuncture and specimen handling in Phlebotomist role.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomist / Bottle Processor

Grifols Biomat USA
09.2024 - Current
  • Performed venipuncture for blood donations, ensuring donor comfort and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Monitored donor reactions and communicated with quality control teams to maintain a high level of care.
  • Processed blood samples and performed routine tests to ensure proper handling and specimen integrity.
  • Quality backup to ensure proper standard procedures were met by fellow employees.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.

Volunteer Lab Assistant

University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), Breast Cancer Research with Dr. Giulio Francia
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Perform venipuncture and blood sample extraction for ongoing clinical studies and breast cancer research.
  • Assist in laboratory analyses, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols and ethical research standards.
  • Support quality assurance processes, including Western Blot analysis and autoclave operations to maintain sterile equipment.
  • Collect and document patient data, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.

Event Ambassador / Bayhost

Top Golf El Paso
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Provide exceptional guest services, ensuring a welcoming and customer-focused environment.
  • Work closely with team members to enhance customer experiences and manage events seamlessly.
  • Contribute to the operational success of the venue by maintaining cleanliness, order, and organization.

Research Lab Intern

UT System LSAMP Research Lab, UTEP
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with laboratory assistants on clinical methods to further breast cancer research, contributing to ongoing studies.
  • Conducted micro-pipetting for blood samples in Western Blot analysis, ensuring precision and accuracy in sample handling.
  • Attended seminars and conferences focused on new developments and innovations in cancer research.

Education

Chemistry

University Texas of El Paso and El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX

Skills

  • Phlebotomy Techniques
  • Medical Terminology
  • Specimen Analysis
  • Quality Control
  • Laboratory Safety
  • Micro-Pipetting
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Data Collection

Certification

  • Phlebotomist certification, January 2024
  • Blood-borne Pathogens certification, June 2023
  • Laboratory Safety certification, June 2023
  • Vivarium certification, September 2023
  • American Heart Association (BLS) certification, December 2023

Additional Information

  • Strong ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Fluent in English and Spanish.
  • Available for full-time and flexible scheduling.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Phlebotomist / Bottle Processor

Grifols Biomat USA
09.2024 - Current

Event Ambassador / Bayhost

Top Golf El Paso
10.2023 - 12.2024

Volunteer Lab Assistant

University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), Breast Cancer Research with Dr. Giulio Francia
08.2023 - 08.2024

Research Lab Intern

UT System LSAMP Research Lab, UTEP
06.2023 - 08.2023

Chemistry

University Texas of El Paso and El Paso Community College