Alyssa Lopez
Erie
Summary
Detail oriented and knowledgeable phlebotomist skilled at completing patient-facing and office-based tasks by applying strong multitasking and organizational abilities. Independent and great team worker with extensive of 9 years of medical experience and fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Allegheny Health Network- St. Vincent
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- 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.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
Phlebotomist
OB/GYN Associates Of Erie
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
APPS Para Medical Services
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Performed detailed medical history, on paper and electronically.
- Completed legal document that are part of insurance application.
- Performed physical measurements manually such as height, weight, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Drawing blood (venipuncture), collecting urine specimens and prepared for shipment to lab.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Phlebotomist
Associated Clinical Laboratories ACL
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Speak with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety.
- Collected blood samples using vacuum tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories.
- Insure the safety of patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and bio hazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Worked in high paced hospital setting obtaining blood specimens by performing venipuncture and finger sticks 50-100 per day.
- Performed and accurately labeled vacationer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection followed by my initials.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Certified Nurse's Aide
Manchester Commons
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Charging Residents for items that were provided by Facility.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration. Stayed on top of symptoms and kept Nurses informed of any changes.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Certified Nurse's Aide
Sarah A. Reed
07.2011 - 07.2016
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs. patients under RN supervision.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, weight, heart rate, and respirations. Stayed on top of symptoms and keep Nurses informed of any changes.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Performed good oral and personal hygiene with patients by shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Tech
Erie, PA2012
Skills
- Fast learner
- Time management
- Excellent attention to detail
- Customer Service
- Organization
- Highly dependable
Leadership
I had the opportunity to train new employees in an atmosphere that they weren't accustomed to. This included Phlebotomy training and skilled nursing.
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Allegheny Health Network- St. Vincent
01.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
OB/GYN Associates Of Erie
06.2021 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
APPS Para Medical Services
05.2020 - 06.2021
Phlebotomist
Associated Clinical Laboratories ACL
08.2018 - 05.2020
Certified Nurse's Aide
Manchester Commons
04.2016 - 08.2018
Certified Nurse's Aide
Sarah A. Reed
07.2011 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Central Tech
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