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THOMAS RUFFIN

Augusta,USA

Summary

Dedicated Health and Human Services Professional with over 5 years of expertise in DOT/NON-DOT substance abuse screening, specimen collection, COVID-19 testing, and direct care for children. Proven track record in quality control, data management, and maintaining safety standards in accordance with CDC guidelines. Skilled in fostering positive interactions and building trust with children and families. Committed to enhancing workflow efficiency through effective analysis and streamlining processes while continuously adapting to new environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

DAT Technician

Quest Diagnostics
Aiken, SC
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Company Overview: Department of Energy
  • Enthusiastically conducting substance abuse screenings
  • Enhancing workplace safety through meticulous testing
  • Demonstrating proficiency in various testing methodologies
  • Resolving testing challenges with a detail-focused approach
  • Contributing to a decrease in workplace substance abuse
  • Elevated productivity levels through refined workflow management.

Specimen Collector Technician

Texas Southern University
Houston
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Demonstrated proficiency in specimen collection techniques
  • Exhibited strong data management skills
  • Showcased ability to work under pressure
  • Optimized specimen collection processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy
  • Achieved a 20% reduction in processing time through improved data entry methods.
  • Maintained meticulous records, ensuring data integrity and compliance
  • Verified patient information accuracy on specimen labels.
  • Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
  • Monitored inventory levels of laboratory supplies needed for collecting specimens.
  • Handled hazardous materials following strict safety protocols.
  • Labeled and numbered specimens for accurate recordkeeping and blind testing.
  • Maintained compliance with standards for patient confidentiality, work accuracy and infection control.

Lead Covid-19 Technician

DocGo
Remote
04.2022 - 11.2022
  • Collect and prepare nasal-pharyngeal samples for testing of Covid-19 in accordance with standard methods and processes
  • Administer required Covid-19 rapid tests and sample collection using proper swabbing techniques
  • Follow in process quality control procedure and performed accurate data entry of patients
  • Maintain cleanliness of testing materials to comply with CDC guidelines
  • Streamlined Covid-19 testing processes, enhancing patient throughput by 20%
  • Ensured 100% accuracy in patient data entries and sample labeling for Covid-19 testing
  • Trained 15 new technicians on proper Covid-19 sample collection and testing protocols
  • Implemented innovative sanitation protocols to exceed CDC standards in testing environments
  • Boosted patient handling efficiency by 20% through optimized Covid-19 testing workflows

Covid-19 Technician

Senneca Diagnostics
Washington, DC
06.2021 - 04.2022
  • Managed secure sample custody, ensuring integrity in diagnostic processes
  • Implemented quality control procedures for data accuracy
  • Maintained CDC-compliant cleanliness of testing materials

Phlebotomist and Covid-19 Technician

BioReference Lab
Ashburn, VA
04.2021 - 06.2021
  • Collected and prepared nasal-pharyngeal samples for testing of Covid-19 in accordance with standard methods and processes
  • Administered veni-punctures, required Covid-19 rapid tests, and sample collection using proper swabbing techniques for staff and players of the NFL, NBA, and MLB
  • Maintain cleanliness of testing materials to comply with CDC guidelines
  • Ensured precise sample collection and adherence to CDC cleanliness standards for major sports leagues
  • Efficiently managed Covid-19 testing for NFL, NBA, and MLB, maintaining high compliance with health protocols

Occupational Health Professional

Kimberly Clarke
Beach Island, SC
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Performed vital sign checks of employees
  • Maintained cleanliness of work environment
  • Audited and ensured accurate documentation
  • Conducted proactive outreach to Covid-19 patients
  • Implemented isolation and quarantine guidelines
  • Collaborated closely with team supervisor
  • Enhanced public health through effective communication
  • Ensured compliance with health guidelines during COVID-19 tracing, enhancing community safety

Education

Associated of Nursing -

ECPI University
Manassas, VA
03.2022

Certified Phlebotomist -

Tender Care Training Center
Augusta, GA
03.2020

Skills

Volunteer Aide (August 2019- Present)

Tobacco Road Elementary — Georgia

  • Worked directly with children, including autistic classmates, providing tailored support in the classroom and during school events to help promote social and academic growth
  • Read to students during storytime, helping to develop their listening, comprehension, and communication skills in a supportive environment
  • Collaborated with teachers and staff to develop and implement strategies for children with special needs, focusing on creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment
  • Assisted in behavioral management and de-escalation techniques, ensuring all students felt safe, supported, and engaged in school activities

Timeline

DAT Technician

Quest Diagnostics
04.2024 - 10.2024

Specimen Collector Technician

Texas Southern University
02.2023 - 08.2023

Lead Covid-19 Technician

DocGo
04.2022 - 11.2022

Covid-19 Technician

Senneca Diagnostics
06.2021 - 04.2022

Phlebotomist and Covid-19 Technician

BioReference Lab
04.2021 - 06.2021

Occupational Health Professional

Kimberly Clarke
04.2020 - 04.2021

Associated of Nursing -

ECPI University

Certified Phlebotomist -

Tender Care Training Center

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