Mulugeta Kumera
Benbrook,TX
Summary
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) with 5 years of expertise in venipuncture, capillary draw, and specimen handling. Proven 98% first-stick success rate across pediatric, geriatric, and oncology patients. Skilled in OSHA/CLIA compliance and compassionate care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Tarrant County Public Health Refugee Clinic
Fort Worth, TX
08.2022 - 03.2025
- Verified patient identity and test requisitions to prevent errors.
- Collected, labeled, and processed over 50 blood samples daily for diverse populations, with a 98% first-stick success rate, ensuring adherence to safety standards and enhancing the patient care experience.
- Prioritized STAT orders and urgent requests, ensuring timely specimen delivery to the lab for critical diagnostics.
- Maintained 100% compliance with HIPAA and OSHA standards, including proper disposal of biohazardous materials.
- Calmed anxious patients using clear communication and distraction techniques, improving the patient satisfaction score.
- Trained 3 new phlebotomists on venipuncture techniques, hospital protocols, EHR systems (Epic), and patient interaction best practices.
Clinical Medical Student
Jimma medical center
jimma, Ethiopia
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Performed 50+ successful venipunctures and capillary sticks across internal medicine, emergency, and outpatient settings.
- Labeled, stored, and transported specimens accurately using SST, EDTA, and heparin tube protocols.
- Educated patients on blood draw procedures, fasting requirements, and post-care, reducing anxiety, and improving cooperation.
- Adhered to OSHA guidelines, including PPE use and sharps disposal.
- Coordinated with lab staff to resolve issues, such as hemolyzed samples, ensuring timely processing.
Education
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
Fort Worth, TX05-2025
Medical Doctorate - Medicine
Jimma University
Oromia, Ethiopia09-2021
Skills
- Venipuncture & Capillary Puncture Butterfly Needles & Vacutainer Systems
- Order of Draw Proficiency Centrifuge Operation
- EHR/EMR Proficiency
- Specimen Handling & Processing
- Patient Identification & Documentation
- HIPAA/OSHA Compliance
- Patient-Centered Care Conflict Resolution Time Management
- Attention to Detail Team Collaboration Stress Management
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Tarrant County Public Health Refugee Clinic
08.2022 - 03.2025
Clinical Medical Student
Jimma medical center
01.2018 - 06.2021
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
Medical Doctorate - Medicine
Jimma University
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