Helen Carranza
Brentwood,NY
Summary
Professional healthcare worker with robust experience in drawing blood and handling specimens. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring efficient and reliable service. Skilled in venipuncture, patient care, and maintaining sterile environments, with focus on achieving results and high standards. Dependable and prepared to contribute to patient care and diagnostic accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Northwell Health Southside Hospital
Bay Shore, NY
11.2021 - Current
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary methods to ensure accurate testing results.
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards in specimen handling and processing.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis, ensuring proper labeling and documentation for tracking purposes.
- Educated patients on procedures, alleviating concerns and enhancing overall patient experience during blood draws.
Medical Assistant
Northwell Health
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Administered patient care, including vital signs monitoring and medical history documentation.
- Assisted healthcare providers with examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Phlebotomist
BioReference Labs
03.2010 - 04.2019
- Job duties included to opening lab while following workflow chart, input patients’ information into system and entering orders for label and requisition print out. Performed venipunctures on children and adults using safety protocols. Prepared specimens for pick up.
Education
Medical Assistant -
Branford Hall
12.2008
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NY05.2026
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Phlebotomy
- Time management skills
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
- CPR/AED
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- BLS certified
- CST (pending)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Northwell Health Southside Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
Northwell Health
04.2019 - 11.2021
Phlebotomist
BioReference Labs
03.2010 - 04.2019
Medical Assistant -
Branford Hall
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Suffolk County Community College