AVIANCE HAMILTON
Houston TX 77051
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Career Objectives
Seeking to obtain a responsible position as phlebotomist in a facility where my knowledge and experience can be utilized as well as enhanced.
Summary of Qualifications
•More than eleven years' experience as phlebotomist
•NHA Certified
•BLS Certified
•Cerner and Epic
•Hospital and Clinic experience.
•Outstanding customer communication skills.
•Excellent leadership skills
•Ability to provide nursing services such as medications and injections to patients
•Comprehensive understanding of compliance and safety.
•Proficiency in blood collection by venipuncture and capillary technique from patients of all age groups, urine drug screen collections, paternity collections, breath/saliva alcohol testing, Covid Testing etc.
Traveling Phlebotomist
December 1,2024-February 28,2025
Prepared and organized patient specimens for testing.
Collected urine drug screen specimens.
Delivered blood samples to various departments as required.
Handled venipuncture, electrocardiogram, urine analysis, blood testing, centrifuging autoclaving.
Carefully followed all safety procedures during phlebotomy work.
Handled phone calls from patients and doctors for scheduling appointments.
Performed laboratory computer operations
Performed venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain a blood sample for laboratory testing
LAB ASSISTANT
JULY.2023-PRESENT
Receiving, labeling and analyzing samples.
Inspecting incoming specimens for accuracy or quality and tracking the receipt of samples.
Maintain computer system records, manage the hardware and equipment used in the laboratory, and write reports and summaries.
Keeps laboratory supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
Mixing the specimen to ensure that all the components are evenly distributed throughout the sample or spinning the specimen in a centrifuge to separate the serum/plasma layer from the red cells.Delivered blood samples to various departments as required.
Handled phone calls doctors and nurses.
Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations
Traveling Phlebotomist
Jan.2023-July.2023
NHA Certified.
BLS Certified.
Utilized Epic and Cerner System.
Performed a variety of routine blood drawing procedures to include venipuncture
Prepared, processed, and stored patient specimens and samples according to departmental procedures using standard techniques and equipment Prepared and organized of patient specimens for testing. Collected urine drug screen specimens.
Delivered blood samples to various departments as required.
Handled venipuncture, electrocardiogram, urine analysis, blood testing, centrifuging autoclaving, Covid Testing.
Carefully followed all safety procedures during phlebotomy work.
Handled phone calls from patients and doctors for scheduling appointments.
Performed laboratory computer operations
Performed venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain a blood sample for laboratory testing taken information, including personal data
Utilized standard procedures for the maintenance of positive patient identification. Conferred with patient to obtain information for laboratory records.
Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations
Sept.10,2012-Feb. 7,2024MARTIN LUTHER KING CLINIC/HARRIS HEALTH SYSTEM HOSPITAL
Phlebotomist
NHA Certified.
BLS Certified.
Utilized Epic System.
Performed a variety of routine blood drawing procedures to include venipuncture
Prepared, processed, and stored patient specimens and samples according to departmental procedures using standard techniques and equipment Prepared and organized of patient specimens for testing. Collected urine drug screen specimens.
Delivered blood samples to various departments as required.
Handled venipuncture, electrocardiogram, urine analysis, blood testing, centrifuging autoclaving, Covid Testing.
Carefully followed all safety procedures during phlebotomy work.
Handled phone calls from patients and doctors for scheduling appointments.
Performed laboratory computer operations
Performed venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain a blood sample for laboratory testing taken information, including personal data
Utilized standard procedures for the maintenance of positive patient identification. Conferred with patient to obtain information for laboratory records.
Understand and comply with OSHA and DEP regulations
June 15, 2012-Sept.10, 2012
YOUR HEALTH LAB
Phlebotomist
performed a variety of routine blood drawing procedures to include venipuncture
Prepared, processed, and stored patient specimens and samples according to departmental procedures using standard techniques and equipment Prepared and organized of patient specimens for testing. Collected urine drug screen specimens.
Delivered blood samples to various departments as required.
Handled venipuncture, electrocardiogram, urine analysis, blood testing, centrifuging autoclaving.
Carefully followed all safety procedures during phlebotomy work.
Handled phone calls from patients and doctors for scheduling appointments.
Performed laboratory computer operations
Performed venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain a blood sample for laboratory testing take information, including personal data
Utilized standard procedures for the maintenance of positive patient identification. Conferred with patient to obtain information for laboratory records
Mar.2,2013-June15,2013 Edu Care Gulf Coast-Houston, Texas
Direct Care Staff
Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition
Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
Performed housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands.
Cared for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care and helped in adjusting to new lifestyles
Feb. 13,2011-Sept.26,2011 Empowerment Options- Stafford, Texas
Direct Care Staff
Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
Performed housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands.
Cared for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care and helped in adjusting to new lifestyles
Apr 09, 2009 - Dec 21, 2009 MHMRA - Houston, Texas
Residential Relief
Administered bedside and personal care, such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance.
Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
Performed housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands.
Cared for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care and helped in adjusting to new lifestyles.
Apr 05, 2007 - Jul 21, 2008 Sheltering Arms - Houston, Texas
Provider
Performed health care related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under the direction of registered nurses and physiotherapists.
Planned, shopped for, and prepared nutritious meals, or assist families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals.
Transported clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle.
Instructed and advised clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene, nutrition and infant care.
Participated in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and planned for continuing services.
Oct 06, 2006 - Jan 07, 2007 Visiting Angels - Houston, Texas
Provider
Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discussed observations with supervisor or case manager.
Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
Provided patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs or automobiles, and with dressing and grooming.
Cared for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care.
Entertained, conversed with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.
Jul 16, 2006 - Oct 31, 2006 Texas Home Health - Houston, Texas
Provider
Administered prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of physician or as directed by home care
nurse or aide, and ensure patients take their medicine.
Planned, purchased, prepared, or served meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets.
Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises or in the use of braces or artificial limbs.
Nov 23, 2003 - Aug 28, 2005 Touro Shakespeare Nursing Home - New Orleans, Louisiana Nursing Assistant
Cared for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care and help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
Performed health care related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under the direction of registered nurses and physiotherapists.
Planned, shopped for, and prepared nutritious meals, or assist families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals.
Transported clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle.
HAMILTON, AVIANCE
Education
Jan. 2011-Phlebtomy Program Certificate
Houston Community College, Houston, TX
Mar 2004 L.T.C Sidney Collier - New Orleans, Louisiana
Education Level: 1 year college, technical or vocational school
Major: Patient Care Technician
Graduated: Yes
Computer Skills
Data Entry Terminal (PDT, Mainframe Terminal)
Email Software (Outlook, Thunderbird)
Internet Browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox)
Peripheral Devices (Scanners, Printers)
Personal Computers
Word Processing Software (Word, WordPerfect)