Lorena Thomas
McKinney,TX
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. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Synergenx
Prosper, TX
04.2024 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
Phlebotomy Technician
Carter BloodCare
Allen, TX
05.2023 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Clerk
Collin County Tax Office
11.2016 - 02.2023
- Organized and prepared tax and title documents to transfer ownership of property.
- Calculated and remitted state sales tax, service and other charges.
- Entered title and vehicle information into database.
Living Well, Caregiver
Senior Living
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Sales Associate
Walmart
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
Education
AA - Healthcare Management
University of Antelope Valley
Lancaster, CANational Certification - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Kaiser Permanente Phlebotomy Program
North Hollywood, CADiploma - Medical Assistant
University of Antelope Valley
Lancaster, CAHigh School Diploma -
Highland High School
Palmdale, CASkills
- Appointment Scheduling
- Data entry
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Professional telephone demeanor
- Report Preparation
- Filing
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Venipuncture
- Specimen handling
- Patient care
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Synergenx
04.2024 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
Carter BloodCare
05.2023 - 04.2024
Living Well, Caregiver
Senior Living
02.2020 - 01.2021
Clerk
Collin County Tax Office
11.2016 - 02.2023
Sales Associate
Walmart
07.2014 - 07.2016
AA - Healthcare Management
University of Antelope Valley
National Certification - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Kaiser Permanente Phlebotomy Program
Diploma - Medical Assistant
University of Antelope Valley
High School Diploma -
Highland High School