Phlebotomist
Resume:
Tina Smith Dzvetero
*** * ********* ** #**** Princeton, TX 75407
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Recruiter’s Summary:
• Tina is a Certified Phlebotomy Technician with over 10 years of hands-on experience in high-volume settings including hospital and diagnostic lab.
• 8+ years of experience working with diverse patient populations across all age groups, including pediatrics and geriatrics ensuring high-quality, compassionate care.
• Actively certified through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and BLS (AHA), with proven expertise in venipuncture, capillary collection, and specimen handling.
• Strong attention to detail in specimen labeling, handling, and processing—ensuring 100% compliance with HIPAA and lab protocols.
• Demonstrated strong communication abilities, improving patient experience and support during critical procedures.
Education:
Woodrow Wilson High School, Dallas TX May 1994
High School Diploma
Certifications:
• Phlebotomy Technician, American Society for Clinical Pathology- Active
• BLS (AHA) Active
Skills:
• Venipuncture
• Order of drawing
• Patient Care
• Specimen handling
• Butterfly needle technique
• Patient confidentiality
• Venipuncture Expertise
• Blood collection techniques
• Specimen labeling
procedures
• HIPAA
• Patient support
• Blood culture collection
• Capillary puncture
• Infection Control
• Pediatric phlebotomy
• Patient preparation
• Syringe method
• Sample storage & processing
• Geriatric phlebotomy
• Skin puncture
• Hemoglobin Testing
• Health Education
• Diagnostic Testing
• Attention to Detail
• Finger Stick Method
• Blood Culturing
• Patient Monitoring
• Glucose Screening
• Appointment Scheduling
• Lab Reporting
• Arterial Blood Draws
• Biohazard Policy Compliance
• Injection Administration
• Sample and Form Matching
• Instrument Sterilization
• Machine Calibration
• Fluid Intake Monitoring
• Standardized Testing
• Interval Testing
Professional Experience:
Job Gap: Worked as a part- time phlebotomist and looking for job opportunities. Jun 2024 – Present Quest Diagnostics, Irving TX Sep 2021 – May 2024
Phlebotomist
• Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
• Perform venipuncture, heel sticks, and finger sticks on patients across various age groups, including infants, toddlers, adults, and geriatric patients.
• 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.
• Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Job Gap: COVID-19 Sep 2019 – Aug 2021
CPL, Arlington TX Sep 2018 – Aug 2019
Phlebotomist
• Worked at doctor’s office family practice
• Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Job Gap: Personal Time off May 2014 – Aug 2018
VA Hospital, Dallas, TX Feb 2012 – Apr 2014
Phlebotomist
worked in outpatient clinic as well as hospital floors drawing veterans Job Gap: Personal Time off Sep 2010 – Jan 2012
Pro Lab, Inc., Fort Worth TX Jan 2008 – Aug 2010
Phlebotomist
• Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection on patients in both hospital and nursing home settings.
• Safely collect and transport blood specimens while following proper labeling and infection control protocols.
• Provide compassionate care to elderly and critically ill patients, ensuring minimal discomfort during procedures.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff and healthcare teams to coordinate timely specimen collection.
• Maintain accurate documentation of collections, patient interactions, and any complications encountered during procedures.
Choice lab, Carrollton, TX Jan 2007 – Sep 2009
Phlebotomist
Demonstrated expertise in proper equipment use, blood volume requirements, and testing protocols. Parkland Hospital, Dallas, TX May 2004 – Nov 2004
Phlebotomist
• Perform venipuncture, heel sticks, and finger sticks on patients across various age groups, including infants, toddlers, adults, and geriatric patients.
• Created accurate labels and updated system records with patient sample information and details.
• Greeted patients and escorted from the waiting area to draw station provide compassionate and professional care to patients, helping ease anxiety during blood draws, especially with pediatric and elderly populations.
• Maintain accurate records of all specimens collected and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure timely processing and reporting.
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