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, offering 8 years of industry expertise.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technician
Harris Health Center
02.2017 - 12.2018
Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
Removed samples of materials following good practices to achieve accurate test results.
Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.
Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
Supervised team of 3 employees with daily medical technicians.
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Harris Health System -
05.2012 - 02.2017
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
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.
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.
Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
Education
No Degree - Certified Phlebotomy
San Jacinto College District, Pasadena, TX
06.2012
Skills
HIPAA Regulations
Maintaining Inventory
Specimen Handling
Lab Safety and Sanitation
Judgment and Decision-Making
Pathology
Specimen Collection
Phlebotomy Functions
Time Management
Certification
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - 8 years
Timeline
Medical Technician - Harris Health Center
02.2017 - 12.2018
Certified Phlebotomist Technician - Harris Health System -
05.2012 - 02.2017
San Jacinto College District - No Degree, Certified Phlebotomy
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