Ruby Garces
Somerset,TX
Summary
Great Phlebotomy track record at LabCorp, adept in venipuncture and specimen handling, alongside exceptional patient care. Streamlined testing processes for faster results delivery, demonstrating adaptability and attention to detail. Trained new hires, enhancing team proficiency and efficiency in mobile and clinical settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
10.2016 - Current
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Collected, labeled, and processed blood samples for variety of tests, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to laboratory.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to varying patient needs, including accommodating special requests or working with individuals who have severe needle anxiety or unique medical conditions.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by diligently following HIPAA regulations and ensuring that sensitive information was protected at all times.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
Mobile Phlebotomist
GreenLeaves
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing phlebotomy services in various settings such as homes, clinics, and assisted living facilities.
- Assisted in training new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices for mobile phlebotomists.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Lab Asst/Laboratory Phlebotomist
Southwest General Hospital
01.2014 - 10.2016
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Streamlined testing processes with proper centrifugation techniques, resulting in faster turnaround times for test results delivery to physicians.
- Ensured proper identification of patients through diligent verification of personal information before each blood draw procedure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Victory Learning Center
San Antonio, TXMLA/Phlebotomy - Medical Laboratory Assistant
Lamson Institute
San Antonio, TX01-2011
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- DNA/Finger Printing
- Proficient in Drug Screening
- STAT collections/processing
- Paperwork processing
- Data Entry
- Blood culture collection
- Butterfly venipuncture
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Mobile Phlebotomist
GreenLeaves
04.2022 - 01.2023
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
10.2016 - Current
Lab Asst/Laboratory Phlebotomist
Southwest General Hospital
01.2014 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Victory Learning Center
MLA/Phlebotomy - Medical Laboratory Assistant
Lamson Institute
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