LAURA LOPEZ
Bloomingdale
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist bringing many years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture, and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caretaker
Self Employed Services
Bloomingdale
01.2020 - 12.2025
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Phlebotomist/Paramed Examiner
EMSI
Savannah
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Blood pressure readings, EKG, height and weight, extensive questions for patients.
Phlebotomist/Paramed Examiner
Lab one in Macon and savannah
Savannah
01.2015 - 12.2017
Phlebotomist/Paramed Examiner
Ivy medical
01.2012 - 02.2014
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Phlebotomist
Spectrum Laboratory
Savannah
04.2005 - 06.2011
- Conducted quality control checks to ensure the accuracy of test results.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
Savannah
01.2003 - 03.2011
- Conducted quality control checks to ensure the accuracy of test results.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
Education
Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Savannah Vo Tech
Savannah, GA06-1992
Skills
- Personal care
- Medication management
- Patient assessment
- Record keeping
- Patient identification
- Specimen preparation
- Quality control
- HIPAA compliance
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Schedule coordination
Timeline
Elderly Caretaker
Self Employed Services
01.2020 - 12.2025
Phlebotomist/Paramed Examiner
EMSI
01.2018 - 12.2021
Phlebotomist/Paramed Examiner
Lab one in Macon and savannah
01.2015 - 12.2017
Phlebotomist/Paramed Examiner
Ivy medical
01.2012 - 02.2014
Phlebotomist
Spectrum Laboratory
04.2005 - 06.2011
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
01.2003 - 03.2011
Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Savannah Vo Tech