Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 6 1/2 years of experience in laboratory and clinical settings. Technically proficient in key phlebotomy techniques, universal precautions and sterilization protocols. Maintains highest patient safety standards in specimen and sample collection with a track record in painless venipuncture.
Team-oriented and skilled in training students and new hires on proper venipuncture procedures.
Highly organized, proactive and punctual.
Skills
Sanitation and sterilization
Therapeutic phlebotomy
Sharps disposal
Biohazard waste disposal
Drawing blood
Data entry
HIPAA
Troubleshooting
Friendly, positive attitude
Communication skills
Basic computer skills
Patient care
Time management and organization
Preforming venipuncture on children, adults, and the elderly.
Proper storage procedures
Experience
02/2015 to Current
PhlebotomistCheshire Medical Center – Keene, NH,
Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Coordinated in-office and off-site testing for high volume of daily patient smaples.
Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures through talking and/or distracting the patient from thinking about the procedure.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
Traveled to the local nursing facilities twice a week to collect blood specimens.
Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
07/2014 to 02/2015
Day AideLeidos Holdings Inc. – Barstow, CA,
Supported residents needs by maintaining positive, supportive and structured environment.
Documented residents daily activities in the OB log book
Maintained home cleanliness and safety for the residents health.
Give residents their daily medication
05/2011 to 07/2014
Customer Service ManagerWalmart – City, STATE,
Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
Evaluated and authenticated returns, exchanges and voids.
Evaluated employee job performance.
Scheduled employees breaks and lunches
Supervised store opening and closing procedures, including counting cash drawers and making bank deposits.
Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
Verified customer identification for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
Resolved customer complaints and escalated worsening concerns for remediation.
Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer service.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/2009 to to
GED: North Central Missouri College - Trenton, MO GPA:
Expected in to to
: Education North Central Missouri College - Trenton, MO GPA:
Expected in 05/2018 to to
Class Completion Certification: Phlebotomy Kansas City School of Phlebotomy - Kansas City, MO GPA: Communication
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