Rene Talome
Hutto,Tx
Summary
Experienced with venipuncture techniques and patient interaction in clinical settings. Utilizes meticulous attention to detail and thorough understanding of safety protocols to ensure accurate specimen collection. Track record of maintaining patient comfort and fostering calm environment during procedures.
Diligent Desired Position with solid background in phlebotomy practices, ensuring accuracy and patient comfort. Skilled in venipuncture and specimen handling, contributing to efficient lab operations. Demonstrated ability to maintain sterile environments and effectively communicate with diverse patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist II
Quest Diagnostics
Taylor, TX, United States
02.2023 - Current
- Peform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all ages and groups
- Process billing information and collection
- Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity Test, alchol tests etc.
- Perform data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
- Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis
- Maintain patient and specimen information logs
- Provide superior customer service to all patients
- Administrative and clerical duties as necassary
- Ensured accurate labeling and documentation of specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to comply with safety standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to streamline patient intake processes.
- Trained new staff on phlebotomy procedures and best practices in specimen handling.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient comfort during blood collection.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
Paramedical Examiner/Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
Glendale, CA
04.2019 - 2023
- Collect specimens according to established procedures
- Conduct in center exams and mobile exams, which includes taking basic vitals,medical histories, venipuncture, urine collection and EKG.
- Also collected specimen for pre employment drug screens
- Responsible for completing application packets and other paperwork accurately.
- Package specimens for transport and ship to lab indicated on the work order
Clinical Lab Technician
national research institute
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Handle and prepare specimens according to organizational and OSHA standards.
- Utilize a range of laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Assemble, disassemble, and maintain all laboratory equipment required for tests, research, process, or quality control.
- Assist with administrative duties related to data entry and document preparation.
Education
Phlebotomy - Center for Prehospital Care - Certificate, CPT-1
UCLA
Los Angeles, CA01.2017
Diploma - undefined
American career college
Orange, CA11.2016
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Time management
- Microsoft word
- Microsoft excel
- Physical examinations
- Bilingual
- Documentation review
Timeline
Phlebotomist II
Quest Diagnostics
02.2023 - Current
Paramedical Examiner/Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
04.2019 - 2023
Clinical Lab Technician
national research institute
01.2017 - 02.2019
Phlebotomy - Center for Prehospital Care - Certificate, CPT-1
UCLA
Diploma - undefined
American career college