Mobile Phlebotomist Customer Service
Resume:
ELIZABETH SALAZAR
SKILLS
• Empathetic Customer Service
• Attention to detail
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Punctual and Reliable
• HIPPA Compliance
• Critical Thinking
Infection Control and Aseptic
Procedures
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Blood Collection and Handling
Safety
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• Time management
• Infection Control
• Diagnostic Testing
• Patient confidentiality
• Blood specimen storage
• Self-Motivated
• Flexible and Adaptable
• Specimen labeling procedures
CERTIFICATIONS
Scarlet Anterior Nares Swab
Collection Adult and Pediatric
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• Safety Training
• Scarlet Compliance Training
• Scarlet 1 Hour Glucose
• Scarlet Biodesix Collection Kits
• HIPPA Awareness for
Diligent Phlebotomist with 20 years of experience in fast-paced hospital, clinic and mobile settings. Committed to maintaining highest standards of safety, quality control and patient care. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance. Organized and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Skilled in working under pressure and always willing to take on added responsibilities.
WORK HISTORY
April 2021 to July 2022
Mobile Phlebotomist BioReference Laboratories, San Antonio, TX
September 2018 to July 2020
Mobile Phlebotomist Cogent/Pathos Laboratory, San
Maintained 100% accuracy on documentation and
venipuncture technique.
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Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers appropriately while showing proper identification.
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Followed all relevant Standard Operating Procedures regarding entry of patients homes or places of employment
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Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
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Followed physician orders to correctly administer
therapeutic phlebotomy.
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Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique..
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Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
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Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols in personal calibrated centrifuge.
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Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
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• Packaged and shipped specimens via express daily. CONTACT
San Antonio, TX 78252
830- 521-0761
**********@*****.***
Healthcare Providers
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen
Training
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Phlebotomy Training December
2001
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CMA - Certified Medical
Assistant May 2001
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Antonio, TX
April 2017 to August 2018
Lead Phlebotomist Dr Lisa Davis, San Antonio, TX
February 2016 to March 2017
Medical Laboratory Assistant Methodist Hospital, San Antonio, TX
Worked independently without supervision to assigned rehabilitation facilities for routine and STAT tests increasing patient numbers by 25%.
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• Organized daily work based on collection priority. Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians and staff verifying orders for any discrepancies.
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Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
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Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
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Participated in quality control activities and adhered to departmental SOPs.
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• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols. Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
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Set up and organized in-house lab for family practice office that consisted of six physicians.
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• Obtained blood specimens by performing 25-40
Collected appropriate specimens from all patients as ordered, including completed (ABN)'s prior to collection.
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• Complied with regulatory agency standards.
Adhered to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal
Precaution Procedures.
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Maintained clean working environment properly disposing any hazardous materials.
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• Operated lab equipment skillfully and efficiently.
• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols. Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact direction for handling and storing specimens for transport.
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• Documented daily lab, accessing and maintenance logs. Conducted evaluations for as many as 80 patients daily, including EKG's, chemical analysis, urinalysis, and hematology.
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Handled specimens according to laboratories protocols to get precise results.
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• Maintained confidentiality of all patient to confirm HIPPA, December 2008 to January 2016
Sterile Processing Technician Texas Human Biologic, San Antonio, TX
internal, and other regulatory standards.
Processed patient specimen according to priority and documented results.
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Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
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Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
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Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory
standards.
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Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and
hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
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Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
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Processed specimens from donors for further research in accordance to all FDA and AATB standards and guidelines.
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Maintenance of sterile fields and aseptic processing in accordance in controlled clean environment.
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Perform duties using surgical tools for aseptic recovery of human tissue for transplantation followed by aseptic packaging and labeling.
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Completing recovery documentation to ensure accuracy, clarity and compliance to THB and FDA regulations.
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Completed precise measurements using special tools increasing sales by 15%.
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Dispose of contaminated sharps and biohazard fluids or tissue in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies.
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Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
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• Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
EDUCATION
Expected in 2024
Associate of Applied Science Medical Laboratory
Technology
St. Philip's College, San Antonio, TX
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