Robert Louis
Queens,NY
Summary
Accomplished Phlebotomist with a proven track record at CATA Personnel, excelling in venipuncture and enhancing patient care through effective communication. Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse patient populations. Expert in specimen handling and labeling, contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. Certified in Phlebotomy Technician (NCPT) and Heartsaver CPR AED.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
CATA Personnel
03.2020 - 09.2023
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Supported quality assurance efforts by diligently documenting all relevant information during the collection process, ensuring accurate test results for patients and providers alike.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Phlebotomist
Bio Diagnostic Lab
08.2012 - 12.2019
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- 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.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
Education
No Degree - HealthCare
Allied Healthcare Professionals
Queens, NY06.2011
No Degree - Clinical Laboratory Technology
General Hospital
Haiti06.1978
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement
University of Law And Science Economics
Haiti06.1977
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient Care
- Specimen handling
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Butterfly Venipuncture
- Phlebotomy Technician (NCPT)
- Heartsaver CPR AED
Timeline
Phlebotomist
CATA Personnel
03.2020 - 09.2023
Phlebotomist
Bio Diagnostic Lab
08.2012 - 12.2019
No Degree - HealthCare
Allied Healthcare Professionals
No Degree - Clinical Laboratory Technology
General Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement
University of Law And Science Economics
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