VIRGINIA WILSON GOULD
New Caney,TX
Summary
Hardworking and reliable Lab Assistant with strong ability in phlebotomy and P.O.C testing. Offering analysts support, aliquoting specimens, and multitasking. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Knowledgeable laboratory professional skilled in all facets of medical laboratory testing. Familiar with TJC, OSHA and FDA guidelines. Quality-driven team player with accuracy-focused and efficient approach, offering 20 years of industry expertise. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Lab Assistant/Processor
Kelsey-Seybold
Porter, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in preparation and analysis of laboratory samples, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Operated laboratory equipment, maintaining accuracy in testing and results documentation.
- Supported quality control processes by conducting routine maintenance on lab instruments.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline sample processing workflows for increased efficiency.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Reduced sample contamination risks through rigorous adherence to proper specimen handling techniques.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data recording procedures.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
University Medical Center, UMC
New Orleans, LA
03.2008 - 06.2023
- Collected and processed specimens in medical environment
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens
- Recorded control values from technical instruments to maintain reliability and validity of test results
- Followed strict aseptic techniques to protect patients when collecting blood and tissue samples
- Conducted blood counts and other tests to support safe transfusion processes
- Closely followed trends and techniques in medical laboratory testing.
Phlebotomist
Lab Site, Inc
New Orleans, LA
01.2003 - 03.2008
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures
- Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve phlebotomy processes.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA05.2024
Skills
- Laboratory assay analysis
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Critical thinking
- Analytical and Scientific Software
- Lab Instrument Maintenance
- Collect Samples
- Sharps Disposal
- Medical Laboratory Equipment
- Processing Specimens
- Laboratory Assay Analysis
- Sample Corrections
- Safe Handling
- Reading Comprehension
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Medical Interpretation
- Routine Cleaning
- Biohazard Disposal
- Maintain Equipment
- Laboratory Equipment Utilization
- Specimen Transport
Timeline
Lab Assistant/Processor
Kelsey-Seybold
07.2023 - Current
Medical Laboratory Assistant
University Medical Center, UMC
03.2008 - 06.2023
Phlebotomist
Lab Site, Inc
01.2003 - 03.2008
No Degree - Nursing
Delgado Community College