Sara Alexander
Wake Village,TX
Summary
Hardworking and competent professional with extensive knowledge in clinical laboratory operations. Punctual and professional, willing to work various shifts and driven to perform successfully in solitary role or as part of team.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with
consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Dedicated employee with excellent customer service, multitasking, and time management skills. Known for consistently delivering positive and memorable customer experiences.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Receptionist
Healthy Living Medical
Texarkana, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Managed phone system operations efficiently by promptly answering calls, documenting messages, and routing them to the appropriate recipients.
- Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
- Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.
- Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
Lab Assistant
Christus St. Michael Health System
Texarkana, TX
01.2011 - 06.2023
- Ensured that all lab samples were appropriately handled and stored based on laboratory specifications.
- Demonstrated strong time management and adaptability skills to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tests.
- Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
Education
GED -
UAHT - Texarkana Adult Education
Texarkana, AR04-2011
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Specimen handling
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Specimen Preparation
- Paperwork Processing
- Blood collection
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Anatomy and physiology
- HIPAA Compliance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Specimen handling protocols
Certification
- ASCP PBT TECH located in Dallas, TX
- OQUIRRH MOUNTAIN SCHOOL located in Houston, TX for National IV Certification.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
Bradley Deaton
Previous Boss
Laboratory Director at Christus St. Michael Health System
2600 St. Michael Drive Texarkana, TX 75503
Office Phone: 903-614-6619
Cell: 903-701-9337
Jamie Cooper
Current Boss
CEO at Healthy Living Medical
4112 McKnight Rd Texarkana, TX
Office: 903-716-5925
Cell: 501-339-1814
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Receptionist
Healthy Living Medical
05.2023 - Current
Lab Assistant
Christus St. Michael Health System
01.2011 - 06.2023
- ASCP PBT TECH located in Dallas, TX
- OQUIRRH MOUNTAIN SCHOOL located in Houston, TX for National IV Certification.
GED -
UAHT - Texarkana Adult Education
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