Open To Work
Mateo Gonzalez
Burlington,ON
Summary
Laboratory technician and certified phlebotomy technician with expertise in complex specimen collections and strict adherence to infection control protocols. Demonstrated ability to improve patient experience through effective communication and precise data management. Committed to ensuring reliable healthcare outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Technician
LifeLabs
Toronto, Canada
11.2025 - Current
- Perform venipuncture, capillary collections, ECG tracings, and connect/disconnect Holter monitors.
- Conduct special collections including medical/legal drug screens, paternity testing, and clinical trial specimens with accurate documentation.
- Prepare, label, and package specimens for safe transportation and testing following strict SOPs and infection control protocols.
- Completed accurate data entry of patient demographics and requisition information in laboratory systems, contributing to reliable patient records.
- Greeted patients, verified requisitions, and explained specimen collection procedures, ensuring compliance with test protocols to enhance patient experience.
- Maintained strong patient and client relationships by promptly responding to inquiries and effectively following up on requests, fostering trust and satisfaction.
- Ensured patient confidentiality and professionalism in high-stress environments by adhering to established protocols.
Laboratory Assistant
Centennial College
Toronto, Canada
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Executed laboratory tasks per SOPs, maintained detailed experimental records, and supported microbiology and biotechnology procedures to ensure accuracy in research outcomes.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis according to standard operating procedures, contributing to the consistency and validity of test results.
- Assisted in maintaining laboratory equipment to ensure optimal functionality and reliability for ongoing experiments.
Medical Assistant
San Luis Medical Center
Cajicá, Colombia
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted physicians during examinations, managed patient records, prepared blood specimens, and ensured efficient inventory and scheduling.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated timely follow-up visits for patients.
- Prepared examination rooms for patient visits and ensured cleanliness.
Education
Biotechnology Advanced Diploma - Toronto, ON
Centennial College
Toronto, ON06-2024
Bachelor’s Degree - Medicine (Incomplete)
Saratov State Medical University
Russia12-2021
High School Diploma - Bogotá, Colombia
Anglo American School
Bogotá, Colombia11-2019
Skills
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Specimen preparation
- Laboratory documentation
- Infection control practices
- Patient identification protocols
- EHR management
- Data entry accuracy
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- ECG and Holter monitor setup
- Legal collections
- Bilingual communication (English and Spanish)
- Patient communication
- Phlebotomist
Certification
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), CCHAP, Toronto, ON, 07/01/25
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Laboratory Technician
LifeLabs
11.2025 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
Centennial College
02.2024 - 05.2024
Medical Assistant
San Luis Medical Center
01.2022 - 06.2022
Biotechnology Advanced Diploma - Toronto, ON
Centennial College
Bachelor’s Degree - Medicine (Incomplete)
Saratov State Medical University
High School Diploma - Bogotá, Colombia
Anglo American School