ALBERT ALVAREZ

ad2n7n@r.postjobfree.com 805-***-**** Monrovia, CA 91016

Summary

Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 36 years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques. Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Skills

Specimen Preparation

Donor Screening

Blood Collection

Paperwork Processing

Venipuncture

HIPAA

Experience

Huntington Memorial Hospital MONROVIA, CA

Certified Phlebotomist Technician

02/2007 - Current

Performed venipunctures, fingersticks and heel sticks on patients of all ages.

Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.

Followed standard operating procedures for specimen collection processes.

Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.

Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.

Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.

Assisted with processing specimens for laboratory testing.

Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.

Adhered strictly to HIPAA guidelines when handling confidential patient information.

Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.

Utilized appropriate safety precautions when handling needles and hazardous material.

Prepared equipment needed for specimen collection and disposal of biohazard materials.

Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.

Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy.

Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.

Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.

Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.

Organized specimens for transport to offsite laboratories as necessary.

Processed orders through the laboratory information system.

Executed blood draws in an efficient and timely manner.

Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.

Adhered to quality assurance standards set by the laboratory facility.

Disposed of used needles in accordance with OSHA guidelines.

Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.

Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.

Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.

Education and Training

Pasadena City College Pasadena, CA

Associate of Science in Anesthesiologist Assistance

Expected in 02/2024

East Los Angeles College Monterey Park, CA

Some College (No Degree) in Architectural Drafting Technology

09/2008

Santa Barbara City College Santa Barbara, CA

Emergency Medical Technician/Basic in Emergency Medical Technology

05/2007

San Antonio College For Medical & Dental Assistant El Paso, TX

Certificate Of Medical Assistant in Medical Assistant

05/1988

Languages

Spanish:

Native/ Bilingual

Certifications

Current Phlebotomy License and willing to be CPR certified if necessary. Also able to do EKG's.

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