Priscilla Garcia
Lyford,TX
Summary
Competent Phlebotomy Technician with 15+ years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens. Diligent Laboratory Technician focused on timely, quality completion of lab procedures. Works well under pressure within high-volume testing environments. Always ready to help personnel with testing process. Also with robust background in laboratory procedures, ensuring accurate and reliable test results. Demonstrated expertise in maintaining high standards of safety and quality control. Proven ability to utilize analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Representative
Mesquite Treatment Center LLC.
04.2022 - 10.2024
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
- Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
- Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices, minimizing potential liabilities for the organization.
- Provided guidance to managers regarding employee relations issues, promoting fair treatment across all departments.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Conducted exit interviews to gain insight into areas needing improvement within the organization''s human resources practices.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Coordinated employee training programs to boost skills development and improve overall performance.
Direct Care Worker
Mesquite Treatment Center LLC.
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Educated patients on self-care practices with the goal of increasing independence levels where appropriate.
Laboratory Technician
The Neighborhood Doctor
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Collected and performed analytical testing on in-process product.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
Laboratory Technician
Hunter Women's Clinic
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
No Degree - LaboratoryTechnician
South Texas Vo-Tech
Weslaco, TX12-2008
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Butterfly needle technique
- Patient confidentiality
- Venipuncture expertise
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Data entry
- Specimen preparation
- Infection control
- Paperwork processing
- Quality control guidelines
- Syringe method
- Patient preparation
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Medical terminology
- Health and safety
- Laboratory procedures understanding
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
HR Representative
Mesquite Treatment Center LLC.
04.2022 - 10.2024
Direct Care Worker
Mesquite Treatment Center LLC.
08.2021 - 02.2022
Laboratory Technician
The Neighborhood Doctor
02.2021 - 09.2021
Laboratory Technician
Hunter Women's Clinic
07.2017 - 07.2019
No Degree - LaboratoryTechnician
South Texas Vo-Tech
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