Irving Gaspar
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared for role in phlebotomy with strong foundation in patient care and specimen collection. Proven track record of handling blood draws and maintaining high standards of hygiene. Known for excellent teamwork and ability to adapt to changing clinical needs, ensuring consistent results and patient satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist/ Lab Assistant
Mission Community Hospital
04.2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Learned multiple molecular biological techniques.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Working along side with 3 major labs (QUEST, LABCORP, FOUNDATION).
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
- Specializing blood draws on newborn screenings, OBGYN, Ryan White Program Patients.
Certified Phlebotomist Technician/ Lab Assistant
Olive View Medical Center/High Dessert Regional
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Emergency Department,Intensive Care Unit, Inpatient,outpatient setting.
- Performed specialized phlebotomy procedures such as arterial punctures or heel sticks when necessary for specific diagnostic purposes.
- Increased patient comfort during blood draws by utilizing effective communication skills and gentle techniques.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through teamwork, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
- Kept work area clean and organized, adhering to strict standards for sanitation and infection prevention.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Direct Care Staff
United Cerebral Palsy
02.2015 - 03.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care in daily routines.
- Documented patient progress through detailed record-keeping, contributing to ongoing evaluation of care plans effectiveness.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks for improved health and dignity of patients.
- Supported patients with mobility challenges, utilizing proper techniques to prevent injury and promote independence.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Provided medication management, ensuring accurate administration and adherence to prescribed schedules.
Education
Certified Phlebotomist Technician -
DNA Phlebotomy School
Canoga Park, CA12-2019
High School Diploma -
Arleta High School
Arleta, CA06-2012
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Patient care
- Order of draw
- Specimen handling
- HIPAA compliance
- Venipuncture expertise
- Blood collection techniques
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Specimen processing
- Sample preparation
- Capillary puncture
- Syringe method
Certification
CPR/BLS
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Phlebotomist/ Lab Assistant
Mission Community Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant
Bartz-Altadonna Community Health Center
07.2023 - 04.2025
Certified Phlebotomist Technician/ Lab Assistant
Olive View Medical Center/High Dessert Regional
04.2021 - 07.2023
Direct Care Staff
United Cerebral Palsy
02.2015 - 03.2021
Certified Phlebotomist Technician -
DNA Phlebotomy School
High School Diploma -
Arleta High School
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