Entry Level Phlebotomy Technician
Resume:
TERA PATTON
*************@*****.*** 151-***-***** Cincinnati, OH 45245
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.
Skills
Venipuncture skills
Isolation skill
Infant and children skills
Cath skills
MRSA, RSV, Pertussis collection
Experience
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center Cincinnati, Ohio
Phlebotomy Technician
05/2013 - 10/2023
Monitored inventory levels of supplies necessary for performing phlebotomy duties.
Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
Upheld donor confidentiality throughout intake and collection process.
Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information.
Good Samaritan Hospital Cincinnati, Ohio
Phlebotomy Technician
05/2013 - 10/2023
Compiled and submitted data for demographic research.
Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information.
Upheld donor confidentiality throughout intake and collection process.
Input medical and insurance information into database for inclusion in patient records.
Assessed donor vital signs during and after procedures to check for fatigue or dizziness.
Checked hemoglobin levels of individuals prior to blood donation.
Assessed plasma collection machines for proper functionality.
Offered snacks and beverages to blood and plasma donors to maintain proper sugar levels.
Flushed intravenous lines with saline to prevent blockages.
Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.
Interviewed patients and documented details to update and file paperwork.
Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Used multiple electronic medical software to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence.
Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Maintained records of specimens taken, test results, or other pertinent information in an organized fashion.
Processed specimens to ensure accurate results.
Assisted physicians with special procedures such as arterial draws and bone marrow collections.
Prepared paperwork for laboratory orders, including appropriate coding.
Children's Hospital of Cincinnati Cincinnati, Ohio
Phlebotomist II
08/1998 - 09/2012
Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Education and Training
Thomas More Kentucky
High School Diploma
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