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SAMAY MOREY CASTRO

TAMPA

Summary

Professional with expertise in phlebotomy, skilled in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient interaction. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs, ensuring precision and reliability in fast-paced environments. Strong focus on team collaboration, maintaining high standards, and driving results. Efficient in handling biohazard materials and maintaining sterile conditions, contributing to optimal patient care and laboratory accuracy.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Phlebotomist Technician

03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Conducted venipunctures and capillary draws, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Maintained accurate records of blood specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to streamline specimen collection processes.
  • Trained and mentored junior phlebotomists on best practices and techniques.
  • Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy in blood collection procedures.
  • Developed protocols for infection control to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies, optimizing stock levels for efficiency.
  • Led initiatives to improve patient flow in high-volume settings through effective scheduling strategies.
  • Upheld strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by properly labeling and processing collected specimens for testing.
  • Reduced specimen collection errors with thorough patient verification and accurate order interpretation.
  • Kept work area clean and organized, adhering to strict standards for sanitation and infection prevention.
  • Increased patient comfort during blood draws by utilizing effective communication skills and gentle techniques.
  • Performed specialized phlebotomy procedures such as arterial punctures or heel sticks when necessary for specific diagnostic purposes.
  • Served as an integral part of interdisciplinary teams, collaborating effectively with nurses, physicians, and other medical staff members for comprehensive patient care provision.
  • Accurately documented relevant information within electronic health records systems, contributing towards smooth clinical workflow.
  • Supervised inventory management, ensuring adequate stock of supplies for seamless daily operations.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure patients received appropriate care during blood collection procedures.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture through teamwork, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate blood draws in a timely manner.
  • Provided compassionate support to anxious or nervous patients, creating a more comfortable environment for blood draws.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by consistently following infection control and safety protocols.
  • Ensured optimal specimen quality by adhering to strict venipuncture techniques and handling procedures.
  • Conducted routine equipment maintenance checks, ensuring accurate and efficient blood collection processes.
  • Stayed current on industry best practices through regular continuing education courses, enhancing patient care quality.
  • Elevated patient experience by addressing concerns or questions related to the phlebotomy process with patience and understanding.
  • Assisted in training new phlebotomists, leading to increased staff proficiency and overall team performance.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
  • Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
  • Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
  • Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
  • Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
  • Handled insurance verification tasks using [Software] and [Software] to validate patient insurance information.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve phlebotomy processes.
  • Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.

Lab Technician

01.2001 - 11.2022
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
  • Operated and maintained complex laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes, enhancing overall laboratory efficiency.
  • Trained junior technicians on standard operating procedures and best practices in laboratory techniques.
  • Analyzed test data to identify trends, contributing to process improvements and quality assurance initiatives.
  • Implemented safety protocols, reducing workplace incidents and promoting a culture of safety awareness among staff.
  • Developed training materials for new hires, facilitating smoother onboarding and knowledge retention in lab operations.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels for reagents and supplies, ensuring uninterrupted lab operations.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
  • Managed inventory of laboratory supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Optimized standard operating procedures based on regulatory guidelines.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining optimal functionality.
  • Utilized advanced software tools for data management and analysis purposes.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample collection and processing procedures.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to patients and healthcare providers, fostering strong working relationships.
  • Coordinated with external laboratories in performing specialized tests or analyses.
  • Identified areas for process improvement, implementing changes that increased overall lab performance.
  • Documented experimental procedures thoroughly, facilitating effective communication among team members.
  • Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for timely completion of research projects.
  • Mentored junior technicians in proper techniques and processes, promoting a collaborative work environment.
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
  • Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
  • Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
  • Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
  • Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
  • Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
  • Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
  • Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.

Education

LICENCIATURA - 8 YEAR

CIENCIAS MEDICAS
MATANZAS CUBA
07-2008

Skills

  • Order of draw
  • Venipuncture technique
  • Blood culture collection
  • Specimen labeling
  • Capillary puncture
  • Centrifugation techniques
  • Patient preparation
  • Pediatric phlebotomy
  • Geriatric phlebotomy
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Sample storage
  • Anatomy
  • Proper tourniquet application
  • Blood collection
  • Blood smear preparation
  • Needle selection
  • Glucose testing
  • Neurophysiology
  • Patient identification
  • Hematocrit measurement
  • Venipuncture
  • Patient care
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Specimen labeling procedures
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Patient support
  • Health and safety
  • Specimen handling
  • Data entry
  • HIPAA
  • Infection control
  • Venipuncture expertise
  • Medical terminology
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Staff management
  • Quality control
  • Paperwork processing
  • Quality assurance
  • Recording data
  • Emergency response training
  • Specimen preparation
  • Patient assessment
  • Health education
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Quality control guidelines
  • Medical records management
  • Medical records maintenance
  • Hemoglobin testing
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Medical office administration
  • Medical testing
  • Medical records review
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Donor screening
  • Sanitation and sterilization
  • EMR recordkeeping
  • Specimen collection and storage
  • Therapeutic phlebotomy
  • Communication
  • Venipuncture and capillary puncture
  • Proper labeling
  • Sample labeling
  • On-site testing
  • Medical records handling
  • Blood transfusions
  • Process improvement initiatives
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Butterfly venipuncture
  • Excellent communication
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Electronic health records
  • Relationship building
  • Phlebotomy technician (PT)
  • Patient monitoring
  • Patient history documentation
  • Finger stick method
  • Infection control protocols
  • Team building
  • Task prioritization
  • Specimen collection

Certification

  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician
  • Licensed (LAB TECHNICIAN) MORE THAN 20 YEAR OF EXPERIENCE
  • HIPPA CETIFICATION
  • BLS CERTIFICATION
  • CPR
  • NHA CERTIFICATION
  • HIV /AIDS BORNE PATHOGENS INFECTION CONTROL AND OSHA


Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Certified Phlebotomist Technician

03.2025 - 05.2025

Lab Technician

01.2001 - 11.2022

LICENCIATURA - 8 YEAR

CIENCIAS MEDICAS

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