***********@***.*** 832-***-**** Houston, TX *****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated phlebotomist attentive to hospital protocols for handling all samples and patient information. Expertise in venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen storage and quality assurance. Consistently relieves patient anxieties and maintains safety.
WORK HISTORY
Clinical Pathology Laboratory. Houston, Texas
Phlebotomy 02/2022 - Current
Texas Children Hospital. Houston, Texas
Phlebotomy Intership 01/2022 - 02/2022
Had the opportunity to do my internship at Texas Children Hospital at medical center, working with adults and children. Accomplished all venipuncture and finger sticks within four day margen. SKILLS
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
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Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
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Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
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● Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
● Organized daily work based on collection priority. Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 50-70 times per day.
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Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
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Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
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Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
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● Logged patient information and recorded results into system. Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
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Contacted physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
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Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
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Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
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● Glucose Screening
● Butterfly Venipuncture
● Phlebotomy Functions
● Biohazard Waste Disposal
● Fluid and Tissue Disposal
● Specimen Transport
● Information Gathering
● Lab Equipment Operation
Electronic Medical Record
Software
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● Sample Processing
● Tray Organization
● Specimen Collection
Patient Data Management
Systems
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● Hemoglobin Testing
● Heel Sticks
● Biohazard Policy Compliance
● Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use
● Software Validation
● Data Recording
● Paperwork Processing
● Tracking Specimens
● Data Security
● Specimen Labeling Procedures
● Patient Identification
● Medical Records Maintenance
● Patient Confidentiality
● Proper Storage Procedures
● Urinalysis Testing
● Answering Questions
● Logical Thinking
● Client Satisfaction
● Monthly Inventory
● Safety Rules Regulations
Equipment and Supply
Inspections
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● Creative Thinking
● Finger Stick Method
● OSHA Regulations
● Process Monitoring
● Physician Order Review
Laura Chapa
D.R.T.G United Metal Buildings . Houston, Texas
Receptionist 12/2013 - 12/2018
Wendys Resturant. Houston, Texas
Cashier 05/2006 - 11/2009
EDUCATION
Lone Star College System
Spring, TX
10/2021
Phlebotomy
I am a recent graduate from a
phlebotomist certified program
at Lonestar North Harris as of
December 2021. I am currently
seeking a career in a position
that pursues my skills in the
phlebotomy industry to its full
potential and also learn
everything along the way to help
gain more knowledge.
Aldine High School
Houston, TX
06/2004
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
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Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
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Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
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● Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
● Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail. Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
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Answered large volume of incoming calls daily to resolve customer issues and schedule appointments.
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Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
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Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for senior management team.
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Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
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● Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes. Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
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Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
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Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
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Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
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Supply Requisition and
Inventory
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Insurance Information
Collection
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● Anticoagulant Drug Dispensing
● Computerized Tracking