To secure a rewarding career in the medical industry where I can fully utilize my training and clinical laboratory skills, while making a significant contribution to the world.
Overview
28
years of professional experience
13
years of post-secondary education
1
Language
Work History
ST ELIZABETH'S MEDICAL CENTER
SENOIR LEAD LTA
04.2022 - 09.2024
Job overview
Training of all new Phlebotomist and students, maintaining current competency checklists., Coordinates and monitors activities of the LTAs on assigned shifts
Has demonstrated advances skills in all areas of specimen collection, including computer expertise for trouble shooting, downloading and printers
Reviews specimen status report at least hourly to assure all tests have been obtained and notates any time constraints in Meditech
Can proficiently perform all duties of an LTA
Performs other clinical laboratory assistant duties and responsibilities as required at the direction of lab support supervisor
Successful in 95% of the venipunctures on inpatient and outpatient populations using the stated procedural policies
Follows standard precaution and wears PPE to perform task as indicated in the Safety Manual
Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives
Demonstrates use of quality improvement in daily operations, Receives specimens from couriers and checks manifests to verify appropriate count
Sorts specimen collection labels, adding, canceling, and combining test to decrease repeat venipunctures
Answers telephones and communicates pertinent information effectively, Performs minor troubleshooting of pneumatic tube, placing a work order when necessary
Processes specimens including centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling
Prepares specimens to be sent to referral laboratories; obtains proper detailed information pertaining to sample requirements
Performs assigned duties to ensure, an adequate inventory of supplies for assigned area
Monitors inventory levels and stores equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly manner
Follows all safety (including infection control and hazardous material) policies and procedures
Notifies lab Section Head of unsafe conditions
Complies with all laboratory quality, health and safety policies, regulations, and requirements and with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives
Respects diverse views and approaches, and contributes to maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors
COUMPUNEL HEALTH CARE/ HARVARD VANGUARD MEDICAL INC.
Laboratory Assistant / Phlebotomy
02.2021 - 08.2023
Job overview
Performs approved phlebotomy procedures on inpatients and outpatients of All Ages
Label vials with patient names and dates, as well as transport all specimen samples to a nearby laboratory
MOUNT AUBURN HOSPITAL
Laboratory Assistant / Phlebotomy
03.2021 - 04.2023
Job overview
Blood Draw, Performed EKG from Patient of All Ages
Maintains and determines usage of department supplies and inventory
Specimen Processing, As Well As Data Entry to Obtain and Results, Handling multiple priorities in an extremely high-volume
Performs all duties in compliance with established safety and OSHA guidelines, adheres to established HIPAA confidentiality
BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER
Laboratory MED / Phlebotomy
03.2019 - 12.2022
Job overview
Collect blood samples from patients, label vials with patient names and dates, as well as transport all specimen samples to a nearby laboratory
Practice proper patient identification, especially when working on hospital floors
Performs approved phlebotomy procedures on inpatients and outpatients
Decipher the best method for drawing blood depending on the specific patient
NEW ENGLAND SINAI HOSPITAL
Phlebotomy Technician
12.2017 - 02.2019
Job overview
Performs approved phlebotomy procedures on inpatients and outpatients
Processes and batches laboratory specimens, Transport's specimens; aids in a variety of routine clerical work
BOSTON CLINICAL LABORATORIES
Clinical Laboratory Technician/Phlebotomist Lead Tech
06.2014 - 11.2017
Job overview
Received and processed samples with strong analytical judgment
Efficiently organized the laboratory workflow by matching computer orders with specimen labeling, sorting specimens, checking labeling, logging specimens, arranging reports for delivery, and keeping work surfaces clean and orderly
Expediently performed blood draws with as little patient discomfort as possible
Completed laboratory testing in conjunction with many doctor's offices
Performed quality control and quality assurance protocols to ensure lab and patient safety
QUINCY COLLEGE
Computer Lab Assistant
01.2013 - 05.2016
Job overview
Monitored and assisted students with the use of computers
Tutored students in a wide variety of math and sciences, ranging from basic math to Calculus II, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, and more
QUEST DIAGNOSTICS
Clinical Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist
03.2010 - 02.2013
Job overview
Performed specimen packaging and sending/receiving
Collected and processed blood samples from patients of all ages and diagnoses
Effectively communicated with doctors and patients, through verbal and written means
Prepared and managed laboratory supplies by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt
US LABORATORY
Laboratory Technician Assistant / Phlebotomy
08.2006 - 11.2010
Job overview
Mobile Phlebotomist, Perform EKG and Draw Blood from Patients of All Ages
Clinical Testing Analysis, Data Entry Specimens Processing, Collecting and Releasing Results
ANTECH DIAGNOSTIC INC.
Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomy
02.2005 - 12.2007
Job overview
Clinical Testing Analysis, Data Entry Specimens Processing, Collecting and Releasing Results
Conduct lab tests in the areas of hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, serology, immunology collections
Prepare chemical solutions, reagents and specimens for microscopic examination; perform laboratory tests; analyze and report findings; and investigate atypical results and discrepancies to determine
MEDFORD MEDICAL LABORATOR
Laboratory Technician /Phlebotomy
05.2001 - 11.2004
Job overview
Clinical Testing Analysis Chemistry, Hematology, U/A, Serology, As Well As Specimens Processing
Data Entry, Via Lab to Obtain and Releasing Results
Drawn Blood and Performed EKG on All Ages
Worked as a lab technician in high-volume medical testing laboratory
Operated, maintained, and cleaned diagnostic equipment and tested patient samples
HARVARD VANGUARD MEDICAL INC.
Medical Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomy
06.2000 - 01.2003
Job overview
Clinical Testing Analysis Chemistry, Hematology, U/A, Serology, As Well As Specimens Processing
Data Entry, Via Lab to Obtain and Releasing Results
Drawn Blood, and Performed EKG from Patient of All Ages
Prepared and processed reagents, blood, stains, sputum and other patient specimens for microscopic testing and lab analysis according to standard practices
Operated, maintained and sterilized lab equipment, including microscopes, automated analyzers, centrifuges, rotators and incubators to ensure accurate and timely test results
DORCHESTER HEALTH CENTER
Medical Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomy
03.1998 - 10.2002
Job overview
Clinical Testing Analysis Chemistry, Hematology, U/A, Serology, As Well As Specimens Processing
Data Entry, Via Lab to Obtain and Releasing Results
Drawn Blood, and Performed EKG on All Ages
Prepared and processed reagents, blood, stains, sputum and other patient specimens for microscopic testing and lab analysis according to standard practices
Helped implement new inventory management system that included more frequent inventorying of chemical solution stock levels to ensure uninterrupted lab services
SOUTH BOSTON HEALTH CENTER
Medical Laboratory Technician / Phlebotomy
07.1997 - 11.2001
Job overview
Clinical Testing Analysis, Chemistry, Hematology, Serology, As Well As Specimens Processing To Obtain And Releasing Results
Draw Blood and Performed EKG from Patient of All Ages
Receiving, labeling and analyzing samples (blood, toxic, tissue etc.)
Designing and executing laboratory testing according to standard procedures
Conducting experiments under defined conditions to verify/reject various types of hypotheses using refined scientific methods
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
Laboratory Assistant / Phlebotomy
06.1996 - 09.2000
Job overview
Blood Draw, Performed EKG from Patient of All Ages., Specimen Processing, As Well As Data Entry to Obtain and Results
Expediently performed blood draws with as little patient discomfort as possible Completed laboratory testing in conjunction with many doctor's offices
Performed quality control and quality assurance protocols to ensure lab and patient safety
Education
BOSTON UNIVERSITY
BOSTON, MA
BS from Biomedical Laboratory & Clinical Sciences
01.2019 - Current
QUINCY COLLEGE
QUINCY, MA
AS from Biotechnology and Compliance
01.2013 - 01.2016
BUNKER HILL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BOSTON, MA
Phlebotomy and EKG Certificates
01.1991 - 01.1995
Skills
Buffer and Media Preparation
Timeline
SENOIR LEAD LTA
ST ELIZABETH'S MEDICAL CENTER
04.2022 - 09.2024
Laboratory Assistant / Phlebotomy
MOUNT AUBURN HOSPITAL
03.2021 - 04.2023
Laboratory Assistant / Phlebotomy
COUMPUNEL HEALTH CARE/ HARVARD VANGUARD MEDICAL INC.
02.2021 - 08.2023
Laboratory MED / Phlebotomy
BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER
03.2019 - 12.2022
BOSTON UNIVERSITY
BS from Biomedical Laboratory & Clinical Sciences
01.2019 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
NEW ENGLAND SINAI HOSPITAL
12.2017 - 02.2019
Clinical Laboratory Technician/Phlebotomist Lead Tech
Administrative & Executive Assistant at Steward Health Care-St Elizabeth's Medical CenterAdministrative & Executive Assistant at Steward Health Care-St Elizabeth's Medical Center