Ryan Martin Espejo
Orrville
Summary
Productive Phlebotomist offering 6+ years of experience in collecting blood specimens in healthcare settings. Proven leader with success in recommending and introducing strategies to improve workflow, specimen processing, and customer service related to patient care. Calm and comforting with stressed patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outreach/Outpatient Phlebotomist
Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center
Canton
01.2024 - Current
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Reported any abnormal results or trends to supervisor or laboratory manager.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with phlebotomy practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and improve specimen collection processes.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Collaborated with laboratory personnel to resolve specimen issues.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Conducted quality control checks to ensure the accuracy of test results.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Conducted patient interviews and verified medical records to confirm test requisitions.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision on patients of varying ages and health statuses.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.
- Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Absolute Healthcare Services
North Canton
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Conducted quality control checks throughout day to ensure accuracy of results obtained from tests performed.
- Communicated effectively with coworkers, supervisors and management personnel on a regular basis.
- Verified patient identity prior to collecting sample using two forms of identification as required.
- Assisted with the training of new Mobile Phlebotomists by providing guidance and instruction on proper techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of specimens collected, including patient information, specimen type, collection date and time.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports regarding collected data for review by supervisors or physicians.
- Prepared materials for phlebotomy such as antiseptics, gauze pads and tourniquets.
- Documented daily activities accurately in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Monitored expiration dates on reagents used for testing purposes and replaced them as needed.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients in order to ensure satisfaction with the service provided.
- Followed universal precautions when collecting specimens from different individuals in order to prevent cross-contamination.
- Adhered to safety regulations while performing duties such as wearing gloves at all times when handling blood samples.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Conducted patient interviews and verified medical records to confirm test requisitions.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Collaborated with laboratory personnel to resolve specimen issues.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Conducted quality control checks to ensure the accuracy of test results.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and improve specimen collection processes.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
Outreach/Inpatient Phlebotomist
Pomerene Hospital
Millersburg
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Reported any abnormal results or trends to supervisor or laboratory manager.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
- Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
- Collaborated with laboratory personnel to resolve specimen issues.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Educated patients on specimen collection procedures and post-draw care.
- Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision on patients of varying ages and health statuses.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and improve specimen collection processes.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Provide service to patients in their homes and nursing facilities.
- Performed 12- Lead EKG testing.
Education
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Larock Healthcare Academy
Canton, OH08-2019
High School Diploma -
John S. Shaw High School
Mobile, AL05-1996
Skills
- Venipuncture techniques
- Specimen processing
- Patient documentation
- Quality control
- Infection control
- Electronic medical records
- Patient identification
- Customer service
- Specimen labeling
- Time management
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Patient confidentiality
- Quality control guidelines
- Laboratory procedures understanding
- HIPAA compliance
- Blood collection
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Sample and specimen collection
- Blood culture collection
- Venipuncture expertise
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen handling
- Quality control procedures
Certification
- Paramedical Examining Training(Larock Healthcare Academy)- Canton, OH, August 2019
- BLS for Healthcare Provider(CPR and AED) Cleveland Clinic Health System- Canton, OH, September 2024 to September 2026
- Basic Biosafety Training for Laboratory & Clinical Research Certification(OSHA)- Canton, OH April 22, 2025 to April 22, 2028
Timeline
Outreach/Outpatient Phlebotomist
Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Mobile Phlebotomist
Absolute Healthcare Services
02.2022 - 01.2024
Outreach/Inpatient Phlebotomist
Pomerene Hospital
09.2019 - 06.2023
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Larock Healthcare Academy
High School Diploma -
John S. Shaw High School