TIffinie Tortoris

• Obtaining blood from DUI/narcotic suspects, murders, rapist, etc.
• Worked closely with Law Enforcement agencies including Officers and Deputies .
• Court room testimonies for the Deputy District Attorney
• Tazer removals
• Urine collections
• Sexual Assault Rape Kits on men
• Obtain and collect forensic evidence in a medically approved manner and in accordance with jurisdiction policies.
• Collect blood from DUI/Narcotics at checkpoints
• Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
• Delivered high-quality work by diligently following standard operating procedures.
• Prepared and submitted reports to document work performed and provide progress updates to management.
• Utilized safety practices with no complaints or accidents.
• Adhered to safety protocols by implementing routine tests and ensuring accurate and safe equipment handling.
• Trained and guided new technicians to equip with skills and knowledge needed to efficiently perform work.
• Read and interpreted technical manuals and schematics to understand systems design and operations.
• Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
• Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
• Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
• Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
• 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.
• Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
• Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
• Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
• Organized daily work based on collection priority.
• Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
• Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
• Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
• Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
• Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
• Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
• Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
• Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
• Checked, repaired and repacked survival equipment to meet specifications.
• Spread out articles or materials and examined for holes, tears and other defects.

Worked closely with law

• Enforcement and other agencies in drawing blood on DUI/narcotics suspects, murders, etc. Performed over 78 sexual assault rape kits on men.
• Enacted successful repairs by applying technical skills and operations knowledge.
• Prioritized and managed multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines and enhance customer satisfaction.

• Collected cholesterol and glucose results by performing client finger sticks and tests.
• Observed and reported customer conditions and health incidents for comprehensive screening.
• Performed EKG tests on clients based on health status and medical history.
• Accurately calculated customer BMI and body composition using height and weight measurements.
• Followed safety procedures for personal protection and client well-being.
• Packaged and shipped samples to laboratory for processing.
• Checked and documented vitals such as blood pressure, height and weight.
• Maintained professionalism when communicating with client and answering questions.
• Interviewed customers to record medical history and lifestyle information.
• Collected blood samples from clients following safety and biohazard handling procedures.
• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
• Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
• Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
• Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
• Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
• Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
• Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
• Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
• Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
• Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.
• Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
• Developed and implemented strategies to improve phlebotomy processes.
• Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.

• Collected cholesterol and glucose results by performing client finger sticks and tests.
• Observed and reported customer conditions and health incidents for comprehensive screening.
• Performed EKG tests on clients based on health status and medical history.
• Accurately calculated customer BMI and body composition using height and weight measurements.
• Followed safety procedures for personal protection and client well-being.
• Packaged and shipped samples to laboratory for processing.
• Checked and documented vitals such as blood pressure, height and weight.
• Maintained professionalism when communicating with client and answering questions.
• Processed patient care records accurately and promptly.
• Interviewed customers to record medical history and lifestyle information.
• Collected blood samples from clients following safety and biohazard handling procedures.
• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
• Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
• Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
• Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
• Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
• Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
• Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
• Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
• Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
• Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
• Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.

• Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
• Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
• Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
• Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
• Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
• Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
• Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
• Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
• Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
• Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
• Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
• Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
• Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
• Measured patient pulse oximetry.
• Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
• Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
• Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
• Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
• Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
• Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
• Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
• Measured patient spirometry.
• Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
• Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.