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Tara Quinones

Lake Wales,FL

Summary

Professional and prepared healthcare specialist with hands-on experience in phlebotomy and laboratory procedures. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring dependable performance in dynamic environments. Skilled in venipuncture, patient interaction, and specimen handling, with calm and efficient approach that meets high standards. Adaptable and reliable, capable of adjusting to changing needs and maintaining quality care.

I also have solid experience in clinical and administrative duties. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant/Laboratory Phlebotomist

Florida Cancer Specialists
12.2016 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
  • Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
  • Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
  • Contributed to positive health outcomes by educating patients on preventative measures, treatment plans, and follow-up care instructions.
  • Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
  • Streamlined office operations by managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by accurately labeling and organizing specimens for timely processing.
  • Improved patient comfort by utilizing a gentle, empathetic approach during blood draw procedures.
  • Increased accuracy of test results by carefully following established procedures for specimen collection and handling.
  • Ensured proper identification of patients through diligent verification of personal information before each blood draw procedure.
  • Maintained patient confidentiality by diligently following HIPAA regulations and ensuring that sensitive information was protected at all times.
  • Streamlined testing processes with proper centrifugation techniques, resulting in faster turnaround times for test results delivery to physicians.
  • Ensured accurate test results by properly conducting quality control procedures on laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Facilitated timely diagnosis and treatment by promptly delivering specimens to appropriate departments or external facilities.
  • Supported optimal patient care by performing venipuncture using various techniques such as butterfly needles, straight needles, and fingerstick methods.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.

Education

Medical Assisting

Southern Technical College
Auburndale, FL
05-2013

Skills

  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • EMR / EHR
  • Phlebotomy
  • CPR
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Sterile technique
  • Lab equipment operation
  • Specimen labeling

Certification

BLS exp: 4/2026

Timeline

Medical Assistant/Laboratory Phlebotomist

Florida Cancer Specialists
12.2016 - Current

Medical Assisting

Southern Technical College
Tara Quinones