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Gabrielle Garcia

Alice,TX

Summary

Dynamic Medical Assistant with extensive experience at Almouie Pediatrics, skilled in venipuncture and patient education. A compassionate team player, I enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous record-keeping. Committed to quality care, I successfully reduced wait times and improved workflow efficiency, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Bilingual and dedicated to fostering a supportive environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Almouie Pediatrics
Alice, TX
12.2020 - Current
  • Assisted in patient intake and managed appointment scheduling effectively.
  • Recorded vital signs and documented patient medical histories accurately.
  • Supported healthcare providers by preparing examination rooms and ensuring necessary supplies were available.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Administered vaccinations and performed basic laboratory tests under supervision.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
  • Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
  • Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
  • Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
  • Enhanced team communication by organizing regular staff meetings and sharing updates on patient care protocols.
  • Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
  • Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.

Phlebotomist

South Texas Clinical Labs
Kingsville, TX
06.2017 - 07.2020
  • Carefully reviewed test results for accuracy.
  • Collected blood samples using proper techniques to ensure patient safety and sample integrity.
  • Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of patient information and specimen tracking.
  • Assisted in training new phlebotomists on best practices and compliance standards.
  • Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy of testing procedures.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to streamline patient scheduling for blood draws.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies to ensure availability for daily operations.
  • 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.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
  • Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
  • Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.

Phlebotomy Intern

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Alice
Alice, TX
07.2016 - 09.2016

 Knowledgeable in the use of standard phlebotomy equipment such as tourniquets,vaccutainer tubes and sleeves, butterfly needles and syringes.Routine blood drawing.Performing blood cultures.Able to allay patient fears and elicit collaboration.Patient assessment with correct specimen labeling.Out patient communication assessment.

Medical Assistant Intern

Dr. Roberto F. Diaz, MD
Alice, TX
10.2010 - 11.2010
Welcome out patients by greeting them & collecting proper information,answering phone calls or referring inquires. Perform routine administrative and clinical office tasks. Verified patient information & confirming purpose for visit & triage, taking patient vital signs, And communicating with staff on behalf of patient information

Education

Phlebotomy

Coastal Bend College
Alice, TX

GED - undefined

Adult Education
Alice,Tx

Medical Assistant -

Career Centers of Texas
Corpus Christi, TX

Skills

  • Ability to carry out arterial, capillary and venipuncture for medical purposes on patients
  • Professionally trained in appropriately and accurately identifying, labeling blood specimens
  • Able to allay patient fears and elicit collaboration
  • Committed team player
  • Familiar with blood collector equipment and infection control methods
  • Outstanding patient servicing ability pedestal on empathetic and compassionate conduct
  • Bilingual
  • Patient data base entry for laboratory test & label printing 
  • Compassionate caregiver

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Almouie Pediatrics
12.2020 - Current

Phlebotomist

South Texas Clinical Labs
06.2017 - 07.2020

Phlebotomy Intern

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Alice
07.2016 - 09.2016

Medical Assistant Intern

Dr. Roberto F. Diaz, MD
10.2010 - 11.2010

Phlebotomy

Coastal Bend College

GED - undefined

Adult Education

Medical Assistant -

Career Centers of Texas
Gabrielle Garcia