Graciela Martinez
Baytown,TX
Summary
To work in a large hospital or medical facility where I can use my knowledge and grow professionally. Im willing to go to any additional classes necessary to expand mu knowledge and more productive in my job. Im a team player, can multitask and work well under stress.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist II
Houston Methodist Hospital
2022.08 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- 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.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- 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.
- Responsible for performing phlebotomy procedures with precision and care.
- maintained accurate records of specimens and ensure proper labeling and storage.
Lead Specimen Collector
Houston Methodist Hospital
2020.08 - 2023.08
- Labeled and prepared specimens for shipment to laboratory facilities.
- Completed in-house testing procedures for quick results.
- Exceeded performance metrics set forth by management in terms of both volume collected as well as accurate documentation completion rates.
- Improved specimen collection efficiency by implementing standardized procedures and guidelines for staff.
- Adhered to compliance standards for confidentiality, accuracy and safety.
- Reduced patient wait times with effective scheduling and streamlined specimen processing techniques.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by staying current on industry best practices and adhering to established protocols.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Powell Pediatric clinic
2008.01 - 2009.01
- Front and back office duties, Administrative vaccinations, Perform EKG and physical workups for teens, Vital signs, breathing treatments, labs draws, Familiar with lab quest and paper process, Answer phones when needed and help throughout the office
Medical Assistant
UCI MEDICAL CLINIC
2000.01 - 2002.01
- Front and back office, Data entry Familiar with word, excel and order requisitions
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Medical Assistant
CACERES MEDICAL grp
1999.01 - 2000.01
- Performed EKG, stress test PFT, Record vital signs, admitting patients, Work side by side with Dr
- Joe Caceres
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Skills
- Perform EKG, Stress test
- Able to identify arrhythmia’s 12lead EKG
- Data entry for ordering test and updating medical records
- Experience in handling confidential paper work
- Operating PFT, equipment test
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Able to multi-task and prioritize workload
- Explain treatments procedures to patients
- Bi-lingual (Spanish, English) also written
- Ordering and drawing labs test
- Patient Care
- Specimen handling
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient confidentiality
Educationandcertifications
- Telemetry tech... (12 lead ekg)
- Medical Assistant Front Office
- Medical Assistant Back Office
- Physical Therapy Aid
- BLS certify
love talking and interacting with people.
I find exciting and fascinating how multi-cultural this Hospital is, in th 4 years i have been working here I have meet the most interesting people all kinds of culture and backgrounds, interacting with them gives me a different perspective in life.
Timeline
Phlebotomist II
Houston Methodist Hospital
2022.08 - Current
Lead Specimen Collector
Houston Methodist Hospital
2020.08 - 2023.08
Medical Assistant
Dr. Powell Pediatric clinic
2008.01 - 2009.01
Medical Assistant
UCI MEDICAL CLINIC
2000.01 - 2002.01
Medical Assistant
CACERES MEDICAL grp
1999.01 - 2000.01
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