JOSE PONCE - Phlebotomy Technician /Clinical Laboratory Assistant

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

years of professional experience

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, IL

05.2004

Skills

Supply Restocking