Rizabel Rice

• Boarded original slides and make sure the paperworks and doctors order are match before it goes in their office for evaluation.
• Helped the Histotechnician taking the slides out of the Omnis and Link to be cover slipped.
• Perform the PAS, copper, PAS -D to specific reagent.
• Filed all the blocks in their specific boxes at the end of the day
• Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment
• Assisted technician by collecting and organizing slides to be boarded up and attached the paperwork.

• Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
• Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
• Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
• Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
• Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
• Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
• Measured patient pulse oximetry.
• Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
• Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
• Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
• Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
• Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
• Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
• Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
• Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
• Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
• Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
• Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
• Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
• Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
• Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
• Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
• Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.

• I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality care while maintaining patient safety and satisfaction.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
• Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

Completed Pre requisite in nursing

Relevant coursework: Anatomy and physiology, and patient care management.