Maria Pineda
El Paso,TX
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Dr Padilla
11.2018 - 02.2022
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
05.2010 - 11.2018
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
Lead Phlebotomist
Del Sol Medical Center
08.1998 - 03.2010
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Utilized various venipuncture techniques depending on each patient''s needs for optimal results.
Education
Medical Assistant -
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TX09.1997
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient Care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Butterfly needle technique
- Patient confidentiality
- HIPAA Compliance
- Blood collection techniques
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Specimen labeling procedures
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Dr Padilla
11.2018 - 02.2022
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
05.2010 - 11.2018
Lead Phlebotomist
Del Sol Medical Center
08.1998 - 03.2010
Medical Assistant -
El Paso Community College
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