Angela S. Walker
E-mail: **************@*****.***
*** ***** *****, *******, ** 30901
Cell: 706-***-****
OBJECTIVE:
Seeking to obtain a position as a Phlebotomist/Lab Technician in a challenging and professional environment where exceptional performance is rewarded with the opportunities for professional and personal growth.
Job-Related Skills
Experienced Phlebotomist, working in a diverse background in management and operational logistics; having a broad and wide knowledge of nursing services, customer service, facility compliance, and leadership skills. Proficient in Microsoft Windows and office software. Excellent ability to comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures including safety procedures. Trained to run chemistry and hematology tests.
Management/Supervision Skills
Excellent management, supervisory, interpersonal, and communication skills, allowing a concise, yet accurate transfer of thoughts and ideas. Able to interface with all levels of management and the community. Work well under pressure and able to accomplish tasks as required by established deadlines. Extensive practical experience, professional education and training in various areas of laboratory operations for testing of blood samples.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
Lead- Patient Service Center 2007-Present Clinical Pathology Laboratories Augusta, Ga 30901
Process, classified, and inventoried items in accordance to company regulations and policies.
Coordinate the operations of one service center with 10 qualified Phlebotomist
Compile workload data to calculate Quality Assurance metrics
Review error reports and counsel employees in an effort to reduce discrepancies
Train new employees with updated information about procedural content
Revise policies and procedures that apply to the phlebotomy department
Travel to client’s offices to collect specimens as needed
Monitor CAP accreditation checklists for inspections
Assign specific duties when necessary and determine staffing requirements
Oversee day to day specimen collections and processing to deliver excellent services
Provides and maintains high level of customer support to ensure all urgent and critical requirements are accurately processed and expedited.
Phlebotomist June 2003-May 2007 Sheppard Community Blood Center Augusta, Ga
Performed venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood collection from the donor
Accurate and thorough documentation of necessary records
Performed phlebotomies and collected plasma from donor(s)
Promoted customer satisfaction through appropriate interaction and responsiveness to customer needs
Provided technical guidance to staff/processors and resolved problems in a timely manner
Assisted the Manager as needed (CAP Inspection, train on new software systems, keep records)
Phlebotomist January 2000-June 2003 Alpha Therapeutic Center North Augusta, SC
Lead and train new associates in processing department
Authorization and cancellation information results to clients
Assist in writing various operational procedures
Batch specimens to be sent to reference laboratories
Worked closely with referral testing department
Autoclave specimens and prepared bllod slides
Operate Olympus Aliquot instruments & Thin Prep instruments
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION:
Phlebotomy Certificate- Tender Care Training School, Augusta, GA (2002)
Human Resource Management-Aiken Technical College, Aiken, SC (1997)
Semester hours attain:
CERTIFICATION/SKILLS:
First Aid, CPR, HIPPA, MER, Certified Phlebotomist
HIGH SCHOOL:
George P. Butler High School, Augusta, GA
Graduated: Diploma May 1987
REFERENCES: Available upon Request