Steven Ortiz
San Gabriel,CA
Summary
Dedicated lab technician with years of experience in the healthcare industry. Skilled in delivering accurate results, maintaining organization, and exceeding expectations in clinical settings. Seeking a position to apply skills with a more hands on setting with helping patients in respiratory therapy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Technician
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Performed 50+ venipunctures and capillary punctures daily
- Ensured accurate and timely specimen collection
- Optimized specimen processing accuracy by reducing errors up to 20%, enhancing lab turnaround times
- Played a key role in microbiology operations by preparing and processing specimens for MRSA, wound cultures, and urine cultures
- Utilized CPSI software to manage laboratory records and streamline clerical tasks
- Consistently met or exceeded patient satisfactory goals by prioritizing clear communication during procedures
Patient Transporter
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with medical staff to coordinate patient placement efficiently, enhancing hospital operations
- Ensured timely arrival for multiple patients daily while prioritizing their safety and comfort
- Streamlined patient transfer workflows, reducing average transport time by 15%
Education
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
Platt College
Alhambra, CA01-2025
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Capillary Puncture
- Specimen Processing
- Laboratory Software (CPSI)
- Data Entry
- Effective Communication & Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Increased laboratory efficiency by processing 100+ specimens daily with zero errors for 6 consecutive months
- Reduced patient wait times for lab results by 15% through process improvements
Certification
- California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) License (CPT-0226172)
- Basic Life Support Provider (BLS AHA) Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider (ACLS AHA) Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification
Timeline
Lab Technician
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
07.2022 - 03.2024
Patient Transporter
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
03.2019 - 07.2022
- California Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) License (CPT-0226172)
- Basic Life Support Provider (BLS AHA) Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider (ACLS AHA) Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification
Associate of Arts - Respiratory Therapy
Platt College
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