Samantha Espino
Laredo,TX
Summary
Skilled at collecting and processing biological samples to help clinical professionals diagnose and treat wide range of conditions. Effortlessly labels and transports vials while maintaining complete patient confidentiality. Knowledgeable about biohazard protocols and disposal procedures. Hardworking and reliable phlebotomist focused on going above and beyond to support team and serve customers. Motivated to continue to learn and grow as phlebotomist professional. Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
PHLEBOTOMIST
Clinical pathology laboratory
SAN ANTONIO , TX
09.2016 - Current
- Organized and prepared specimens for couriers to deliver to laboratory
- Processed samples to prepare for proper laboratory testing
- Maintained good attendance and punctuality per absence policy
- Delivered excellent customer service skills both in person and on telephone
- Obtained blood specimens in skillful and professional manner
- Received and prepared laboratory specimens for testing
- Provided collection of blood specimens by venipuncture and skin puncture
- Performed blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques
- Provided patients with explanations of phlebotomy procedures when requested
- Ordered and maintained supplies to maintain necessary inventory while staying within budget requirements
- Prepared equipment to efficiently collect blood samples
- Prepared specimens and requisitions for reference lab testing
- Verified and recorded identity of patient and conversed with patient
- Organized work accurately and efficiently for processing
- Collected blood specimens from patients, checks patient identification
- Performed phlebotomy and collected appropriate specimens from patients as ordered
- Drew large quantity of patient specimens and prepared for courier under time constraints.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Reported any abnormal results or trends to supervisor or laboratory manager.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
PHLEBOTOMIST
Physician laboratory services
Laredo , Tx
04.2013 - 05.2017
- Maintained good attendance and punctuality per absence policy
- Drew large quantity of patient specimens and prepared for courier under time constraints
- Verified and recorded identity of patient and conversed with patient
- Performed phlebotomy and collected appropriate specimens from patients as ordered
- Organized work accurately and efficiently for processing
- Processed samples to prepare for proper laboratory testing
- Instructed patients in sensitive and understandable way on proper collection of urine samples
- Showed working knowledge of Collection Manager, troubleshooting and resolving issues
- Followed procedures for appropriate collection of blood cultures to avoid contamination of specimen
- Performed chain of custody drug screen collections
- Received and prepared laboratory specimens for testing
- Obtained blood specimens in skillful and professional manner.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Reported any abnormal results or trends to supervisor or laboratory manager.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Input medical and insurance information into database for inclusion in patient records.
- Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
Education
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
Kaplan college
Laredo, Texas05.2012
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Premier academy
Laredo, TX05.2011
Skills
- Skilled at collecting and processing biological samples
- Effortlessly labels and transports vials
- Maintaining complete patient confidentiality
- Knowledgeable about biohazard protocols and disposal procedures
- Hardworking and reliable
- Focused on going above and beyond to support team and serve customers
- Motivated to continue to learn and grow as phlebotomist professional
- Customer Service
- Orientation
- Positive Attitude
- Assisting Patients
- Strong Communication
- Blood Draws
- Hipaa Compliance
- Problem Solving
- Fluency In Spanish
- Venipuncture
- Data Entry
- Paperwork Processing
- Blood collection
- Patient Care
- Quality Control
- Specimen handling
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
PHLEBOTOMIST
Clinical pathology laboratory
09.2016 - Current
PHLEBOTOMIST
Physician laboratory services
04.2013 - 05.2017
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
Kaplan college
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Premier academy
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