JOSE PONCE
Mlt
Chicago,IL
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Experienced Clinical Laboratory Assistant with 30-yearS background in overseeing specimen collection activities. Focused on securing integrity of samples and results. Proficient in all laboratory and medical center equipment. Performing venipuncture and capillary collections for adults, pediatric and infant patients.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician /Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
03.1979 - 04.2016
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Promoted mission, vision, and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL05.2004
Skills
- Supply Restocking
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician 2007 ASCP CERTIFICATION NO. 15276
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician /Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Of Chicago
03.1979 - 04.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Oakton Community College
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