RACHEL GASENDO
Bacolod City
Summary
Skilled Phlebotomist and Medical Technologist from King Fahad Specialist Hospital and Almana General Hospital, respectively, with expertise in blood collection and laboratory analysis. Excelled in enhancing patient care and satisfaction through accurate data entry, venipuncture proficiency, and compassionate teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in specimen processing efficiency and accuracy, contributing to high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Phlebotomist
King Fahad Specialist Hospital - Dammam KSA
04.2007 - 10.2023
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions post-venipuncture, ready to provide immediate care if needed.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment, ensuring patient safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to prioritize urgent blood draws, ensuring timely analysis for critical care decisions.
- Identified veins suitable for venipuncture with precision, minimizing discomfort for patients.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Medical Technologist
Almana General Hospital- Al Hasa Hofuf KSA
10.2004 - 10.2006
- Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting.
- Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
- Operated, calibrated, and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing and interpreting laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank departments.
- Participated in essential quality improvement programs to maintain accurate and timely laboratory testing and meet customer needs.
- Employed microscopic techniques to collect and study blood samples to determine number of cells, morphology, and blood group, assessing compatibility for transfusion purposes.
- Collected and reviewed patient medical histories to accurately interpret test results.
- Performed daily quality control checks to ensure reliability of laboratory results.
- Followed safety protocols and precautions for safe and hazard-free work environment.
- Contributed to the overall success of the laboratory by maintaining a positive attitude and demonstrating strong teamwork skills in daily interactions with peers.
- Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, minimizing the risk of infection or contamination in the laboratory environment.
- Enforced quality control protocols to maintain accuracy of test results.
- Evaluated and interpreted laboratory results to determine diagnoses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University Of Negros Occidental- Recoletos
Bacolod City, Province Of Negros Occidental, Philippines 04.2001 -
Skills
Accurate Data Entry
Blood Collection Proficiency
Comprehensive Patient Care
Specimen Order of Draw
Infection Prevention
Analytical Decision-Making
Quality Assurance
Venipuncture Expertise
Accurate Labeling
Collaborative Teamwork
Certification
Basic Life Support Provider ( BLS )- American Heart Association
ELIGIBILITY
Medical Technologist Licensure Examination, Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID 0032549
Saudi Commision For Health Specialties Licensure Examination ID Number O4RT28361
Character References
Ayedh Al Qarni, PHD
Manager, Clinical Laboratory Services
King Fahad Specialist Hospital-Dammam KSA
Phone: 966138043333
Email:Aysalqarni@moh.gov.sa
Ebraheem Al Gamdhi RMT
Phlebotomy Supervisor
King Fahad Specialist Hospital- Dammam KSA
Phone: 966500622223
Timeline
Phlebotomist
King Fahad Specialist Hospital - Dammam KSA
04.2007 - 10.2023
Medical Technologist
Almana General Hospital- Al Hasa Hofuf KSA
10.2004 - 10.2006
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
University Of Negros Occidental- Recoletos
04.2001 -