Kyte Nicole Villacora
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable laboratory professional skilled in all facets of medical laboratory testing. Familiar with TJC, OSHA and FDA guidelines. Quality-driven team player with accuracy-focused and efficient approach, and detail-oriented.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Centura Health, Porter Adventist Hospital
2022.10 - 2023.01
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- 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.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
COVID-19 Tester
COVID Check Colorado
2020.11 - 2021.10
- Handled and stored potentially contaminated nasal, oral and blood samples to prevent compromise.
- Reported positive and negative response cases according to established protocols and reporting mandates.
- Assessed vitals while adhering to PPE requirements and other restrictions.
- Maintained safe and sanitary environment by conducting regular disinfecting and cleaning measures.
- Followed CDC guidelines to establish accuracy and compliance with COVID-19 protocols.
- Oversaw in-person and curbside patient registration and processing.
- Donned and removed personal protective equipment (PPE) per company protocols.
- Protected individual confidentiality as prescribed by local, state, and federal mandates.
- Tracked and monitored health status of individuals entering premises to provide protection and control contamination.
Medical Technology Intern
North Mindanao Medical Center
2020.01 - 2020.03
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Performed and analyzed tests in different sections of the laboratory, Chemistry, Blood bank, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Serology, Immunohistopathology, Urinalysis and Other Body Fluids.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists intern to perform and interpret tests.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Maintained required laboratory supplies inventory, and verified viability of supplies prior to use.
- Input medical tests and clinical results data into computer using [Software] for storage and retrieval.
- Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
- Participated in evaluation of new laboratory techniques, products and instruments.
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
- Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Prepared reports to document laboratory results and findings.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Enforced quality control protocols to maintain accuracy of test results.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
Medical Technology Intern
MHARS-General Hospital
2019.09 - 2019.12
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Performed and analyzed tests in different sections of the laboratory, Chemistry, Blood bank, Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology and Serology, Immunohistopathology, Urinalysis and Other Body Fluids.
- Trained and oriented new medical technology interns to perform and interpret tests.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Collected and studied blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, blood group and blood type.
- Conducted chemical analysis of blood, urine or spinal fluid to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
- Prepared reports to document laboratory results and findings.
- Completed comprehensive diagnostic testing of blood, urine and other body fluids.
- Identified and troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning and compliance with laboratory standards.
- Identified patient and labeled specimens with correct information to protect patient from adverse errors.
EVS Associate
North Colorado Medical Center
2018.10 - 2019.02
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
- Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.
- Prepared cleaning solutions and equipment in accordance with health and safety standards.
- Adhered to all safety and handling guidelines, following MSDS protocols for proper handling and storage of hazardous materials.
- Inspected and monitored assigned areas to proactively address health and safety hazards.
- Responded to emergency sanitation needs in prompt and professional manner, alerting hazmat professionals in alignment with OSHA requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Medina College
Ozamis City, Philippines03.2020
Skills
- Specimen Processing
- Instrumentation Maintenance
- Laboratory Procedures
- Quality Assurance Policies
- EPIC Software
- Clean Equipment
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Technical Consulting
- FDA Compliance
- Quality Assurance Evaluation
- Data Reports
- Interdepartmental Coordination
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Additional Information
Registry eligible for MLS ASCPi Certification.
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Centura Health, Porter Adventist Hospital
2022.10 - 2023.01
COVID-19 Tester
COVID Check Colorado
2020.11 - 2021.10
Medical Technology Intern
North Mindanao Medical Center
2020.01 - 2020.03
Medical Technology Intern
MHARS-General Hospital
2019.09 - 2019.12
EVS Associate
North Colorado Medical Center
2018.10 - 2019.02
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Medina College
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
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