Compassionate phlebotomist with expertise in venipuncture, data entry, and medical records management. Committed to enhancing patient experiences through effective communication and teamwork.
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Work History
Phlebotomist Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center
Jacksonville, FL
2023 - 2024
Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy techniques and procedures.
Conducted routine equipment maintenance to uphold operational efficiency.
Improved patient experience through effective communication and empathy during procedures.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and services efficiently.
Improved team productivity by cross-training in various laboratory tasks, including centrifugation, urinalysis, and recordkeeping.
Streamlined the specimen tracking process with meticulous documentation of all collected samples.
Mitigated risk factors within the lab setting by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations regarding biohazardous waste disposal.
Lab Phlebotomist
Northeast Florida Endocrine And Diabetes Associates
Jacksonville, FL
2021 - 2023
Collected blood samples using proper techniques and protocols to ensure patient safety.
Maintained accurate patient records and lab databases for efficient tracking of sample results.
Developed strong rapport with a diverse population of patients, addressing their concerns calmly and professionally during phlebotomy procedures.
Provided support to medical personnel by preparing requested specimens for diagnostic testing promptly and accurately.
Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Phlebotomy Specialist
ATC Healthcare
Jacksonville, FL
2020 - 2021
Executed blood collection procedures following safety protocols and guidelines.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance purposes.
Developed strong relationships with patients, ensuring comfort during procedures.
Assisted in training new team members on phlebotomy techniques and best practices.
Increased accuracy in specimen handling by following strict protocol for centrifugation, aliquoting, and storage procedures.
Phlebotomist Technician
BPL Plasma
Jacksonville, FL
2019 - 2020
Collected blood specimens following strict safety and quality protocols.
Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample tracking.
Ensured proper handling and storage of biological samples per regulatory standards.
Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Phlebotomist
Octapharma Plasma Center
Atlanta, GA
2015 - 2019
Collected blood samples following strict safety and hygiene protocols.
Assisted in patient registration and maintained accurate records of donations.
Performed venipunctures and capillary punctures with high precision.
Educated donors on donation procedures and post-donation care.
Monitored donor reactions during and after the donation process.
Ensured proper labeling and storage of blood specimens for testing.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Education
High School Diploma -
First Coast High School
Jacksonville, FL
2011
Skills
Venipuncture
Proper tourniquet use
Data entry
Order of draw
Recording data
Hemoglobin testing
Medical records maintenance
Blood collection
Certification
PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Licensed CNA
BLS
Languages
English
Timeline
Phlebotomist Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center
2023 - 2024
Lab Phlebotomist
Northeast Florida Endocrine And Diabetes Associates