Zania Evans
Irving,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with a robust background in healthcare and food management, notably at Quest Diagnostics, where meticulous specimen handling and safety compliance were paramount. Excelled in enhancing laboratory efficiency and patient care, showcasing exceptional teamwork and reliability. Proven track record in improving processes, with a focus on food safety and patient experience.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Aide
OPAA! Food Management
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Maintained a clean working environment by consistently washing dishes and completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Promoted workplace safety through careful adherence to established procedures for handling sharp utensils, hot surfaces, and heavy equipment.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by properly storing ingredients and maintaining cleanliness standards throughout the kitchen.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Played an integral role in the successful operation of the kitchen, demonstrating dedication and commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience for customers.
Lab Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
Histology Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
09.2016 - 09.2023
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through diligent recordkeeping and documentation practices.
- Contributed to accurate diagnoses through meticulous slide preparation and labeling.
- Achieved faster results for clinicians by prioritizing urgent specimens as needed for rapid processing.
- Increased productivity by maintaining inventory of supplies and proactively addressing shortages.
- Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
- Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
- Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
Phlebotomist
Family Health Center, Inc.
10.2000 - 05.2021
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Assisted in development of phlebotomy training manual, standardizing procedures and improving training efficiency.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.
- Handled insurance verification tasks using [Software] and [Software] to validate patient insurance information.
Education
Certified Nurses Aide/Home Help Aide - Nursing Education
Baytown Technical
Lake Charles, LA05-1986
High School Diploma -
Marion High
Lake Charles, LA05-1978
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Chef support
- Food safety
- Safe food handling
- Food safety regulations
- Cooking techniques
- Ingredient knowledge
- Cooking
- Teamwork
Accomplishments
Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of elementary and middle school students.
Certification
- Basic Seafood HACCP Training Program Certificate- Seafood HACCP Alliance.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Kitchen Aide
OPAA! Food Management
04.2024 - 11.2024
Lab Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
10.2023 - 03.2024
Histology Assistant
Quest Diagnostics
09.2016 - 09.2023
Phlebotomist
Family Health Center, Inc.
10.2000 - 05.2021
Certified Nurses Aide/Home Help Aide - Nursing Education
Baytown Technical
High School Diploma -
Marion High
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