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Emily Figueroa

Pasadena,TX

Summary

Compassionate and detail-oriented Certified Phlebotomist with proven experience in performing venipunctures, collecting and processing blood and plasma samples, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. Skilled in working in fast-paced clinical and donor settings, maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols, and managing high-volume specimen collection with accuracy. Adept at building rapport with patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver efficient and quality care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tech 1

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
Friendswood, Texas
04.2023 - Current
  • Processed blood donations following strict safety and quality protocols.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported malfunctions promptly.
  • Educated donors about the donation process and post-donation care.
  • Implemented new procedures to enhance workflow efficiency in the lab.
  • Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
  • Verified patient identification and ensured proper labeling of specimens.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Maintained records of all blood components collected from donors.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
  • Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
  • Ensure product and employee safety at end of day.

Phlebotomist Technician

HCA Southeast
Pasadena, Texas
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

Donor Floor Supervisor/Certified Designated Trainer

Octapharma Plasma
06.2021 - 11.2022
  • Completed accurate labels, paperwork, and system records updates with patients' sample information and personal details
  • Gathered blood samples from patients for tests and transfusions
  • Collect plasma from patient through Haemonetics' NexSys PCS persona
  • Kept individuals safe and comfortable during plasma donations
  • Minimized safety hazards with proper disposal of sharps and used plasma equipment into approved biohazards.
  • Led and motivated donor floor staff employees supervision, training and coaching on duties and daily operational activities.
  • Enforcing aseptic technique and SOP.
  • Preforms performance reviews on donor floor staff.
  • Implemented new hire training to further develop skills and initiate discussions on task prioritization.

Education

Certified Phlebotomist Technician - Phlebotomy

Health Care Career Institute
Pasadena, TX
11.2019

High School Diploma -

Tegeler Career Center
Pasadena, TX
05.2019

Skills

  • Staff supervision
  • Patient safety
  • Problem resolution
  • Task Prioritization
  • Leadership
  • Phlebotomy Procedures
  • Records management
  • Developing lesson plans
  • Donor relationship management

Certification

  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician
  • NSC - National Safety Council CPR

Timeline

Tech 1

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
04.2023 - Current

Phlebotomist Technician

HCA Southeast
11.2022 - 04.2023

Donor Floor Supervisor/Certified Designated Trainer

Octapharma Plasma
06.2021 - 11.2022

Certified Phlebotomist Technician - Phlebotomy

Health Care Career Institute

High School Diploma -

Tegeler Career Center

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