Gabrielle Szabo
Gretna,LA
Summary
Scientific professional with over three years of experience in hospital laboratory settings. Recognized as a dependable team member who adapts quickly to changing laboratory needs, with strong skills in sample preparation and patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist/ Phlebotomist Specimen Processor
Ochsner Medical Center Westbank
08.2022 - Current
- Performed blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques on patients of all ages in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Ensured proper specimen processing and labeling
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Provided exceptional patient care and customer-focused service
- Maintained specimen integrity by using aseptic technique and following department procedures and safety manuals
- Verified patient identification by two patient identifiers and escalating discrepancies to the attention of the unit supervisor
- Led initiatives to improve patient comfort during blood draw procedures, enhancing overall experience.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient confidentiality by upholding strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Processed biological specimens efficiently to ensure timely delivery for testing.
- Maintained accurate records of specimen collection and processing procedures.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
Employee and Screen Printer
Szabo's Party Supplies
05.2012 - 08.2022
- Customer service specialist and store employee with 10+ years of experience assisting customers, managing team members, responding to product inquiries, and custom screen printing and engraving.
Independent Microbiology Research Student
University of New Orleans
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Undergraduate Teaching Assistant of the Microbiology of Human Disease Lab
Undergraduate Human A&P II Teaching Assistant
University of New Orleans
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Facilitated learning of advanced anatomy and physiology subject matter through student-centered laboratory experiments
- Successfully balanced student workload with teaching workload
- Collaborated with a team of faculty and graduate students weekly
- Performed academic tutoring
- Held open lab hours with the coordinating graduate student
- Responsible for grading weekly quizzes
Independent Microbiology Research Student
University of New Orleans
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Undergraduate Teaching Assistant of the Microbiology of Human Disease Lab
- Isolated and maintained cultures of bacteria
- Skilled in microbiology techniques, terminology, equipment, and supplies
- Prepared culture media
- Prepared the lab for upcoming experiments
- Held open lab hours
- Responsible for grading assignments
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Biomedical Sciences
UNIVERSITY OF HOLY CROSS
New Orleans, LA08-2024
Phlebotomy Technician Program -
DELGADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
New Orleans, LA05.2022
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biological Sciences, Minor in Chemistry
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
New Orleans, LA05.2020
High School Diploma -
Louise S. McGehee
New Orleans, LA05-2015
Skills
- Hard-working
- Cooperative team member
- Motivated
- Dedicated
- Organized
- Specimen handling
- Patient care
Timeline
Phlebotomist/ Phlebotomist Specimen Processor
Ochsner Medical Center Westbank
08.2022 - Current
Independent Microbiology Research Student
University of New Orleans
01.2021 - 08.2021
Undergraduate Human A&P II Teaching Assistant
University of New Orleans
01.2020 - 05.2020
Independent Microbiology Research Student
University of New Orleans
01.2020 - 05.2020
Employee and Screen Printer
Szabo's Party Supplies
05.2012 - 08.2022
Master of Science (M.S.) - Biomedical Sciences
UNIVERSITY OF HOLY CROSS
Phlebotomy Technician Program -
DELGADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biological Sciences, Minor in Chemistry
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS
High School Diploma -
Louise S. McGehee