Donavon Hubbard
BIRMINGHAM,AL
Summary
Reliable healthcare professional with experience in patient care and laboratory operations. Skilled in specimen collection, handling, and reporting, with a strong record of teamwork, confidentiality, and safety. Ready to support efficient lab performance and quality patient service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Children’s of Alabama Hospital
Birmingham, AL
05.2020 - Current
- Prepared samples for testing by centrifuging, aliquoting, and routing materials to appropriate departments.
- Processed specimens, verified identifiers, and maintained accurate accessioning for pediatric laboratory workflows.
- Monitored specimen integrity, resolved labeling discrepancies, and ensured compliance with laboratory standards.
- Supported phlebotomy staff with collection supplies, specimen transport, and timely delivery to analyzers.
- Trained new lab staff on specimen handling, safety procedures, and documentation practices.
- Documented results, updates, and exceptions accurately in laboratory systems and patient records.
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing priorities or new assignments as needed within the lab environment.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information pertaining to research findings, methodologies, or patient data when required by regulations or ethical standards.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
Patient Care Technician
University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital
Birmingham, AL
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes promptly to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, ambulation, and repositioning to support comfort and mobility.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic records and communicated updates during handoff.
- Collected specimens and prepared samples according to infection-control and laboratory requirements.
- Transported patients safely between units, imaging, and procedures while maintaining vigilance for fall risk.
- Supported bedside care by setting up equipment, stocking supplies, and maintaining clean patient environments.
- Applied safety protocols, including fall precautions and hygiene standards, to reduce patient risk.
- Coordinated with nurses and interdisciplinary teams to prioritize care tasks and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Supported patients' daily living activities, improving their hospital stay experience.
- Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL05.2028
Skills
- Laboratory techniques
- Specimen processing
- Testing and reporting
- Inventory control
- Handling protocols
- Specimen handling
- Lab safety protocols
- Regulatory compliance
- HIPAA training
- HIPAA compliance
- Privacy regulations
- Specimen tracking
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Glassware sanitation
- Sample identification
- Sterilization procedures
- Sample labeling
Certification
- Basic life support License - renew by 05/2027
- CPI with advanced physical skills License - renew by 10/2026
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Children’s of Alabama Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician
University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital
07.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Alabama At Birmingham