KIMBERLY R. PETTIFORD
Phone: 336-***-****
E-mail: ***********@*****.***
Greensboro, NC 27401
Objective
I am seeking employment with an organization which will allow me to utilize
my computer knowledge, strong people skills, organizational abilities, and
business experience, as well as allow me the opportunity to gain additional
skills and experience.
Education
Attended Graduate Studies in Biology-1996
NC Agriculture & Technical State University, Greensboro, NC
BS Biology- May 1991
Bennett College, Greensboro, NC
Work Experience
University of NC at Greensboro~ 2002 - Present
Medical Laboratory Technician II
-Perform daily management of laboratory area.
-Prepare and disseminate required regulatory reports.
-Performed broad range of hematology, urinalysis, and bacteriology
procedures required for diagnosing and treating patients.
-Collection of venous and capillary blood while observing universal
precautions to prevent contamination
-Prepare blood specimens for testing by mixing sample and/or centrifuging
same for separation of serum or plasma.
-Prepare specimens for transport to reference lab including documentation,
proper labeling, and filling-out charge slips for patient billing.
-Compile and maintain all hematology records, daily equipment
maintenance,daily performance of quality controls on every hematology
procedure that requires it, maintain QC records.
-Perform chemical analysis, immunologic and bacteriologic procedures.
-Perform various X-ray procedures.
-Troubleshoot to retrieve any missing reports or data.
-Follow-up on any needed secondary testing.
-Perform EKG's
-Compile monthly laboratory statistics.
-Assist in the identification and correction of deficiencies in the
laboratory to meet state and federal guidelines
Walmart Inc.~ 2007-2009
Registered Pharmacy Technician
-Communicated with patients and gathered information on background, medical
history, and prescription history.
- Communicated with insurance companies in order to verify and authorize
transactions.
-Compiled data and insurance information, initiated new patient files, and
updated existing files.
-Reviewed and filled prescriptions, and provided customers with information
regarding prescriptions and other medications.
-Monitored and maintained pharmacy inventory.
-Responsible for cashier functions.
Urgent Medical and Family Care Center~ 2006-2007
Medical Laboratory Technician/Medical Assistant
-Perform daily management of laboratory area.
-Prepare and disseminate required regulatory reports.
-Performed broad range of hematology, urinalysis, and bacteriology
procedures required for diagnosing and treating patients.
-Collection of venous and capillary blood while observing universal
precautions to prevent contamination
-Prepare blood specimens for testing by mixing sample and/or centrifuging
same for separation of serum or plasma.
-Prepare specimens for transport to reference lab including documentation,
proper labeling, and filling-out charge slips for patient billing.
-Compile and maintain all hematology records, daily equipment maintenance,
daily performance of quality controls on every hematology procedure that
requires it, maintain QC records.
-Perform chemical analysis, immunologic and bacteriologic procedures.
-Ordered supplies, cleaned autoclave, perform DOT physicals, perform
drug/alcohol testing.
-Assisted physicians is gynecological and surgical procedures.
Moses Cone Health System, Greensboro, NC ~ 2000-2002
Phlebotomist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist
-Collected and distributed venous, capillary, and arterial specimens.
-Maintained quality patient care.
-Performed data entry.
-Assisted in the emergency room.
-Strong interpersonal skills in order to interact with colleagues, as well
as patients.
American Express Travel Related Services, Greensboro, NC~ 1991-2000
Operations Analyst/Collections /Customer Service Representative
-Provided a variety of management support designed to improve cost
effectiveness and service delivery of inbound/outbound telephone center.
References
Derrick Lankford, Laboratory Manager, UNC-Greensboro Student Health
Services Lab, 336-***-****
Melinna Marley, Radiology Technician, UNC-Greensboro Student Health
Services Lab, 336-***-****
Felicia F. Reader, Manager, American Express TRS. Inc., 336-***-****