Mariadejesus (Mari) Garcia
Zephyrhills,FL
Summary
Compassionate Lab Assistant with over 10 years of experience in patient care and specimen analysis. Skilled in venipuncture, infection control, and training new team members to ensure high standards of patient service and safety.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Lab Assistant
Advent Health
Wesley Chapel, Florida
04.2023 - Current
- Executed venous extraction and capillary collection procedures.
- Processed all biological fluids received for analysis.
- Inputted data accurately into laboratory information systems.
- Collected MRSA specimens to support infection control efforts.
- Trained new team members on protocols and best practices.
- Delivered translation services for patients to facilitate effective communication.
- maintain infection control protocols.
- Maintained inventory of lab supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
Lab Assistant/Medical Assistant
Florida Medical Clinic
Zephyrhills, Florida
04.2012 - 08.2023
- Performed blood draws on 150 patients each day, serving all age groups and ensuring 99% first-stick success rate.
- conducting capillary draws on neonatal patients.
- Specimen processing.
- Centrifugation.
- Organizing samples for transfer to reference labs.
- Transmit lab results to physicians' office.
- Address patient concerns through phone communication.
- Organize patient schedules for lab appointments.
- Translate for various departments.
- Preparing patients for physician consultations.
- Initiating patient IV line for infusions
Education
GED -
Escuela Bachilleratos
Mexico08-2000
Skills
- Strong technical abilities in venipuncture and specimen processing
Labeling and centrifugation expertise
Blood sample transportation practices
EHR system knowledge - Patient education
Stress reduction techniques
Compassionate communication
Pediatric and geriatric care
Phlebotomy skills
- Patient confidentiality laws
Occupational health guidelines
Infection control protocols
Standard precautions
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
IV Certified
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Advent Health
04.2023 - Current
Lab Assistant/Medical Assistant
Florida Medical Clinic
04.2012 - 08.2023
GED -
Escuela Bachilleratos