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El Paso Lab Technician

Location:
El Paso, TX
Posted:
January 22, 2024

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Jeffrey Rodriguez

El Paso, TX *****

ad2zqc@r.postjobfree.com

+1-915-***-****

Work Experience

Mobile Lab Technician, Drug Testing Technician, Phlebotomy Instructor, PRP Technician.

Proline Labs - El Paso, TX

January 2020 to Present

I own the company, I am an independent mobile phlebotomists. Some of the basic duties are,

• Traveling to specified locations to draw blood samples as required.

• Gathering mandatory information from patients and verifying their identities.

• Disinfecting extraction sites using alcohol swabs.

• Locating suitable veins and extracting blood samples using clean needles.

• Cleaning puncture sites and covering them with gauze, cotton-wool balls, or sticking plasters.

• Appropriately discarding used needles, syringes, and other items used during venipuncture procedures.

• Appropriately storing blood samples in accordance with established guidelines.

• Accurately labeling blood samples.

• Maintaining accurate patient records, which includes detailing any medical issues experienced by patients during venipuncture procedures that may affect the accuracy of test results.

• Transporting collected blood samples to the laboratory for testing. Medical Technician/Phlebotomist

US Department of Veterans Affairs - El Paso, TX

May 2021 to May 2023

• Evaluates laboratory order / request to determine the suitability of specimen to collect.

• Collects specimen using the correct tube for testing.

• Uses various types of phlebotomy equipment (e.g., butterflies, vacutainer system).Processes Microbiology, Hematology, Chemistry, Serology, Blood Bank, and Immunology specimens for testing.

• Processes a variety of laboratory specimens using processing methods (centrifugation, splitting specimens into aliquots, and separation of components) in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures.

• Prepares, inputs and transmits specimen information for shipment to reference laboratory for testing.

• Documents maintenance on refrigerators and centrifuges and ensures quality assurance and approximately functionality is maintained.

• Explains the purpose and procedure for tests to the patient.

• Demonstrates effective skills in communicating rally/writing to exchange information and resolving customer related problems.

• Understands the basic medical implications of laboratory tests.

• Accessions, Accesses or retrieves patient lab report with ease.

• Ensures all cancellations are documented appropriately per lab policy.

• Accesses pertinent health data from the VISTA Appointment Management and Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).Promotes safety while utilizing the computer, such as proper body mechanics, and ensures that liquids are not in the proximity of computer.

• Assist in scheduling patients according to the type of lab draw needed, Fasting/ Non Fasting, morning or afternoon draw.

• Ensure laboratory is compliant.

• Documents temperature logs.

• Communicates with Providers and RN’s to ensure we can draw a walk in patient or to verify laboratories orders.

• Create a manifest for proper specimen shipping.

• Ensure all lab equipment or supplies is not expired.

• Orders laboratory supplies needed, ensures lab is fully stocked.

• Provide excellent customer service.

Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant

Favorite Healthcare BCFS HHS - El Paso, TX

December 2018 to May 2021

• Helps patients by providing information, services, and assistance.

• Maintains medical supplies inventory and performing preventive maintenance to keep medical equipment operating.

• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, and confirming purpose of visit.

• Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; and reporting patient history summary.

• Saves doctors’ time by helping with office procedures.

• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; and keeping patient information confidential.

• Counsels patients by transmitting physician’s orders and questions about surgery.

• Schedules surgeries by making arrangements with the surgical center; verifying times with patients; and preparing charts and pre-admission and consent forms.

• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.

• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt.

• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications.

• Serves and protects the practice by adhering to professional standards; facility policies and procedures; and federal, state, and local requirements.

• Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant

Sierra medical center - El Paso, TX

December 2017 to May 2021

Collects blood samples from newborn to senior inpatients and outpatients using venipuncture, finger stick, heel stick and arterial blood gas puncture methods.

• Performs blood extraction as per lab procedure with least bruising to patient.

• Organizes patients' specimens and records

• Reviews lab test orders and clarifies questionable entries with physicians, pathologists and nurses.

• Performs bleeding time tests

• Maintains cleanliness of work area

• Provides detailed bi-monthly data for Quality Assurance monitoring and Performance Improvement indicators

COVID-19 Tester Manager

Border, P.A - El Paso, TX

May 2020 to March 2021

COVID-19 rapid testing Lab Manager.

Perform testing.

Report positive cases to the health department.

Handle complaints.

Marketing.

Ensure proper specimen handling.

Auditing paper work.

Ensure safety in the lab.

Inventory control.

Process payroll.

Scheduling employees

Etc.

Operations Manager/ Medical Assistant Supervisors

Sovereign Health

July 2015 to December 2018

Provides support to the Operations Manager and act on behalf of him/her in their absence. Is responsible for the coordination of client transportation with the Driver and House Managers. Is responsible for providing House Managers with training/orientation. Is responsible for overseeing food and menu compliance for the program. Is responsible for the adherence to licensing and Joint Commission requirements and Sovereign Health policies and procedures and the monitoring and auditing of procedures within the residences. Is responsible for daily House Manager scheduling and operational needs. Will be aware of physical and safety factors in the facility, performing security rounds and reporting unsafe conditions to the Operations Manager.

Maintains standards of acceptable client and staff behavior and reports unacceptable behaviors in line with Sovereign Health Procedures.

Provides client supervision in coordination with the Operations Manager and Clinical staff. Assists in the admission of new clients, which includes orientation of the client to the house and program, checking the client and their belongings for contraband and caring for the client's valuables. Interacts with clients, their families and visitors in a courteous, professional manner at all times. Picks up medications from pharmacies if requested by clients or staff. Offers transportation to residents to the day treatment clinic if requested. Makes sure chores are assigned.

Assists clients through the discharge process.

Performs tasks related to general facility maintenance such as bed making, room checks, care of client belongings and general facility cleanliness.

Attends House Managers' Staff Meeting and other meetings as requested by the Operations Manager. Drives clients to doctor appointments and labs if required Addresses any concerns directly to Operations Manager. Keeps vehicles clean and notifies the Operations Manager when it is time for oil change, etc. Arranges for all repairs needed in the house.

Maintains client confidentiality at all times.

Undertakes any other duties/tasks as requested.

Lead Detention Officer

El Paso County Sheriffs Office

January 2010 to May 2015

Responsibilities

Supervise inmates in housing units and those segregated for administrative or punitive measures; instruct inmates in housekeeping and sanitation; supervise the issuance of clothing and other personal effects to inmates.

Make periodic patrols of quarters and work areas and initiate counts of inmates at regular and irregular intervals; maintain control and discipline including use of physical restraint and restraining devices; prevent the introduction of contraband into the institution. Check inmate mail for possible contraband; maintain a periodic patrol either inside or outside the institution to ensure the security and integrity of the institution. Monitor, supervise and screen inmate visitor traffic; monitor peri guard system; observe traffic in and around the compound. Instruct inmates and maintain control in areas such as the inmate food service area, auditorium, etc. Observe for signs of disorder or tension and report such observations to a higher authority; counsel with inmates regarding institutional, domestic or emotional adjustment problems. Maintain a record of equipment, supplies and other items; maintain and demonstrate proficiency in the use and care of firearms, restraint methods and equipment and emergency measures; maintain knowledge of communication and other electronic equipment; instruct inmates in the proper care and use of institutional equipment.

Maintain master inmate location counts; setup and receive inmate counts and be familiar with the entire operation of the Control Room; initiate and participate in search of inmate recreation areas, work areas, and housing units to prevent the introduction of contraband items. Maintain proper security of inmates being transported; ensure that all transportation permits are completed accurately and signed by the appropriate authority; institute proper restraints as appropriate for inmate's custody classification; check transportation vehicles daily. Education

Diploma in Medical Assistant

Parkland High School

Skills

• Problem Solving (5 years)

• Ability to Follow Orders

• Capacity to Learn

• Capacity for Compassion and Respect

• Effective Communication Skills

• Epic

• Patient Care

• Vital Signs

• EMR

• Injections

• Scheduling

• Phlebotomy

• Medical Records

• EKG

• Venipuncture

• DNA

• Lab Assistant

• Chemistry

• Lab Technician

• Biology

• CPR

• Filing

• CPR Certified

• EHR

• Microsoft Word

Certifications and Licenses

Medical Assistant Texas Jailers License Phlebotomist CPR Certification

CPR Certification



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