Noe Alvarado
Martindale,USA
Summary
Productive Phlebotomist experienced in efficiently collecting blood specimens across diverse age groups in clinical settings. Enhanced workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction through effective communication and strategic recommendations. Committed to maintaining safety and quality standards in specimen handling and patient interactions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician
UTMB-CMC
11.2011 - Current
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Reduced discrepancies by ensuring accurate handling, storage, transportation, and submission of urinalysis samples.
- Isolated, identified and prepared specimens for examination.
- Sanitized lab area, tools, and equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
- Adhered to all laboratory requirements and enforced compliance with regulations.
- Ensured specimen quality through centrifugation for timely logistics courier pickup.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Tridentcare Health Services Inc.
Kyle, Texas
06.2016 - 01.2021
- Conducted weekly visits to over 30 nursing facilities for blood, urine, and micro specimen collection, ensuring compliance with collection protocols.
- Maintained fully stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station to ensure efficient sample collection.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, scheduled, or outpatient needs to optimize patient care and timely service.
- Ensured accurate labeling and documentation of specimens.
St David’s Hospital Main
Laboratory assistant
Austin, Tx
11.2013 - 06.2016
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Phlebotomist
Conroe Regional Hospital
Conroe, Texas
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Processed specimens for laboratory analysis and ensured proper labeling.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area for efficient operations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Collected blood samples from various patient demographics, including pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs individuals.
Education
RMA - Clinical Laboratory Assisting
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX 08.1996 - 08.1997
High School Diploma -
Bay City High School
Bay City, TXSkills
- Venipuncture techniques
- Capillary puncture
- Specimen collection
- Specimen handling
- Specimen labeling
- Drawing blood
- Specimen processing
- Lab sample management
- Centrifugation
- Sharps disposal
- Storage procedures
- HIPAA
- Patient care
- Team collaboration
- Patient privacy
Certification
PBT(ASCP), 2000
Timeline
Mobile Phlebotomist
Tridentcare Health Services Inc.
06.2016 - 01.2021
St David’s Hospital Main
Laboratory assistant
11.2013 - 06.2016
Phlebotomist
Conroe Regional Hospital
03.2012 - 03.2013
Phlebotomy Technician
UTMB-CMC
11.2011 - Current
RMA - Clinical Laboratory Assisting
San Antonio College
08.1996 - 08.1997
High School Diploma -
Bay City High School