Guelmy Hidalgo
New York,NY
Summary
Phlebotomist with experience in hospital and blood bank settings. Skillful and precise in performing venipuncture and capillary punctures, experienced with Newborns, kids, Adults, and elderly patients, collecting, and preparing and storing blood samples and verifying medical records. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, infection control procedures, quality assurance support and data entry and retrieval. Possess excellent patient relations skills, known for having a gentle touch and the ability to alleviate patient anxieties. Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 9 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 9-year background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need. Veteran Phlebotomist with proven track record of excellence working in clinic and mobile settings. Expert in all aspects of venipuncture with success in working with difficult or needle-adverse individuals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomists
White plains hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Perform blood collections by venipunture and capillary techniques for all age groups, f for laboratory analysis, Performance EKG, protocols and methods established by the Department of Laboratories, including the accessioning routine for proper identification and processing of such specimens
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor
Labcorp
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups
- Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc
- Perform data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
- Process billing information and collect payments when required
- Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis
- Maintain patient and specimen information logs
- Provide superior customer service to all patients
- Administrative and clerical duties as necessary
- Travel to additional sites when needed.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
Phlebotomist
Montefiore Medical Center, Einstein Campus
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Obtain blood samples for all group ages , for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
- Follow infection-control and safety procedures in carrying out daily phlebotomy functions
- Prepare blood-collecting equipment, draw blood, and safely store and transport samples
- Work with patients of all ages such as Newborns, Children all ages and Adults.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Phlebotomist
Bronx Care Health System
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Obtain Blood from all age group in-patient and out-patients
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Blood-collecting and safe storage
- Build trust and minimize patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures while efficiently collecting blood specimens.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
PCA / Phlebotomists
Urban Health Plan
05.2015 - 02.2019
- Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups
- Assisted patients and visitors in locating specific departments and services and kept them updated on status of procedures and referral appointments
- Ensured seamless flow of work on the busy clinical unit
- Trained more than other unit clerks and medical assistants on unit's computer system and work flow procedures
- Managed patient records verifying that all forms paperwork lab work and referrals were properly documented
- Coordinated patient care with other departments specialist visits and lab orders and prepared discharge paperwork.
Education
Some college - PHLEBOTOMIST TECHNICIAN
GOTHAM REGISTRY INC
Manhattan, NY03.2012
High School Diploma -
Max Henriquez Ureña
Santo Domingo, PR09.2003
Skills
- Venipuncture & Capillary Puncture
- Blood Collection & Handling Safety
- Medical Records Review
- Blood Specimen Storage
- Patient & Donor Care
- Quality Assurance & Controls
- Phlebotomy
- Laboratory experience
- Medical office experience
- Patient Care
- Insurance Verification
- Vital Signs
- Medical Scheduling
- Medical Billing
- Hospital Experience
- Clerical Experience
- HIPAA
- Epic
- Order Entry
- Computer Skills
- Caregiving
- Time Management
- Laboratory Techniques
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Staff Management
Certification
- Patient Care Technician
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified EKG Technician
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Phlebotomists
White plains hospital
10.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor
Labcorp
03.2022 - 10.2022
Phlebotomist
Montefiore Medical Center, Einstein Campus
02.2020 - 08.2022
Phlebotomist
Bronx Care Health System
03.2019 - 02.2020
PCA / Phlebotomists
Urban Health Plan
05.2015 - 02.2019
Some college - PHLEBOTOMIST TECHNICIAN
GOTHAM REGISTRY INC
High School Diploma -
Max Henriquez Ureña
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