Madeline Paulino
Wallington,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable laboratory professional skilled in all facets of medical laboratory testing. Familiar with OSHA and CAP guidelines. Quality-driven team player with accuracy-focused and efficient approach, offering 10 years of industry expertise.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
07.2018 - Current
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
Certified Phlebotomist
BioReference Laboratories
12.2013 - 06.2018
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- 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.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
Patient Care Assistant
Right At Home Health Care
06.2010 - 05.2014
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Aided physicians in wound care and patient assessments.
- Trained in medical terminology in Spanish to improve communication and care for non-native English speaking patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Science, Technology, And Society
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05.2023
Certifications - Phlebotomy, Electro Cardiogram, Patient Care Tech
Dover Business College - Clifton
Clifton, NJ05.2011
Skills
- Analytical and Scientific Software
- Computerized Tracking
- Patient Relations
- Sample Corrections
- Clinical Pathology
- Laboratory Equipment Utilization
- Lab equipment maintenance
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
07.2018 - Current
Certified Phlebotomist
BioReference Laboratories
12.2013 - 06.2018
Patient Care Assistant
Right At Home Health Care
06.2010 - 05.2014
Associate of Science - Science, Technology, And Society
Bergen Community College
Certifications - Phlebotomy, Electro Cardiogram, Patient Care Tech
Dover Business College - Clifton
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