Jonatan Gutierrez
Yuma
Summary
Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant with four years of comprehensive experience across diverse laboratory disciplines, including pathology, histology, and clinical specimen processing. Expertise in high-volume tissue specimen accessioning, cytology and Pap smear preparation, as well as bone marrow and peripheral blood processing. Possesses a solid understanding of histology/ pathology workflows. Demonstrated ability to collaborate seamlessly with pathologists and clinical staff, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Lab Assistant
Yuma Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- Accession and process an average of 200–300 specimens daily; including cytology, Pap smears, bone marrows, peripheral bloods, and surgical tissue samples.
- Prepare cytology and Pap smear specimens through the full workflow from accessioning to stained slide production, performing routine maintenance on multiple laboratory instruments to ensure consistent performance
- Support histology workflows including frozen section processing, from accessioning and staining to slide delivery to pathologists; with observational exposure to grossing, tissue embedding, block cutting, and IHC section preparation
- Coordinate specimen send-outs to multiple reference laboratories including NeoGenomics, Tempus, Arkana Labs, and Clonoseq, managing outside facility requests and ensuring accurate, timely delivery of slides and tissue blocks
- Communicate with nurses, physicians, and departments across the laboratory including Microbiology, Hematology, and Blood Bank to troubleshoot specimen issues and keep workflows running smoothly
Lab Tech Assistant
Yuma Regional Medical Center
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Served as the primary point of contact for the laboratory, fielding inquiries from nurses, physicians, and hospital staff regarding specimen status, patient testing, and lab-related issues
- Received, reviewed, and entered orders for specimens from both inpatient and outpatient facilities, ensuring accurate labeling and proper chain of custody before transport to designated departments
- Distributed specimens across multiple laboratory departments including Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Pathology, and Microbiology, ensuring timely and accurate delivery
- Coordinated with couriers for specimen pickups and draws at outside facilities, performing draws directly when courier coverage was unavailable
- Performed phlebotomy on patients, maintaining proper identification and labeling protocols throughout the collection and transport process
Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed venipuncture using butterfly needles in order to collect plasma from qualified donors.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, and straight needles.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection and transported to processing lab.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Closely monitored patients during the donation process as well as pheresis machines used.
Education
Phlebotomy (Certification) -
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Phoenix, AZ05-2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Cibola High School
Yuma, AZ06-2018
Associate of Arts -
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ12-2026
Skills
- Pathology & Histology Specimen Preparation
- High-Volume Specimen Accessioning & Processing
- Laboratory Instrument Operation & Maintenance
- Reference Laboratory Coordination & Specimen Send-Outs
- Phlebotomy & Specimen Collection
- Cross-Functional Clinical Communication
- Adaptability & Performance in High-Volume, Fast-Paced Environments
Certification
- National Phlebotomist Certification
- MLA - Medical Laboratory Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Medical Lab Assistant
Yuma Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Lab Tech Assistant
Yuma Regional Medical Center
06.2022 - 06.2023
Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma
09.2021 - 06.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Cibola High School
Phlebotomy (Certification) -
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Associate of Arts -
Arizona Western College
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer