Ashlynn Ferguson-Earl

E-mail: ad43p9@r.postjobfree.com Cell #: 469-***-****

OBJECTIVE

Registered phlebotomist skilled in maintaining safety for blood collection and handling. Experienced in Venipuncture and Capillary puncture techniques. Capability of reviewing the medical records. Skilled at storing blood samples safely. Caring for the patients and donors. Ensuring quality to produce the results from samples. Tracking the collected blood specimens by tagging, dating, and noting down the time of collection. Assuring safety of the patients while taking blood samples.

Work History

(3/2018-12/2020)

LabCorp-Dallas, Texas - Lab Technician

● Timely and accurate collection of urine and blood samples

● Maintain documents and used troubleshooting procedures

● Performed data entry tasks to update information about patients

● Readied patients for their urine or blood test

● Sanitized and made other preparations for blood collection

(12/2020-6/2021)

Quest Diagnostics - Laboratory Assistant

● Collect, labeled and later processed the patient samples for testing

● Maintain the reports on computer

● Used troubleshooting techniques for outstanding collections

● Handled the blood specimens for testing, disposal and later shipping

● Communicated with the customers

● Provides training to other Phlebotomists as needed

● May provide team leadership for other Phlebotomists in the absence of the Lead Phlebotomist

● Ensures all the test are accounted for in the ordering system

● If necessary, contacts physician’s office or nurse to obtain order clarification/ verification prior collecting specimens

● Track every specimen to ensure specimens integrity, accounting particularly for those samples which must be transported to other locations with fewer than three occasions of errors involving maintaining specimen batches (opening, reconciling and closing).

● Orders and monitors supplies and ensure all are within expiration date

● Ensures that expired supplies are discarded, and none are in the general supply, storage or on the phlebotomy carts

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● Phlebotomy carts need to be fully stocked with required supplies: delivered to the specific staging area: document daily use o current phlebotomy log

● Keep the work area well organized and free from clutter, stocked with essential supplies and decontaminated with proper cleaning solutions and disposal of waste and trash in appropriate containers.

● Follow chains of command when reporting unsafe practices observed

● Actively participate in the review of the monthly schedule and work assignments in conjunction with the Supervisor/Coordinator

● Know daily tasks and be accountable for the daily workflow, including the status of the phlebotomy tracker, workflow assignments and priority test requests.

(06/2021-11/2021)

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center - Phlebotomist

● Obtain blood specimens by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture (limited use) with minimum trauma to patient by using the Collection Manager Device (CLM)

● Instruct patients on proper collection or urine samples

● Research specimens requirements prior to specimen collection for esoteric or new tests

● Maintains a fast and accurate specimen collection turnaround time

● Use sun quest LIS (GUI) to enter lab orders

● Verify tests orders on the requisition with respect to details for accurate test codes while processing specimens through the LIS system.

● Help monitor pending lists, including but not limited to the unreceived specimen log

● Support CLS Quality Assurance program, actively participating in performance improvement activities by identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing as appropriate.

● Ensures specimens requirements are maintained during transportation and storage as per protocol

● Provides exceptional customer service to patients of all ages, cultures, and background

● Greets patients kindly, put patients at ease, addresses any patients concerns, properly communicates and demonstrates compassion and respect to all patients

● Answer phone calls in a pleasant and professional manner

● Follow up and accept responsibility for the resolution of the caller’s concerns and gives an informed hand off to the next person of authority

● Maintains positive confidentiality throughout all activities and communications

● Enters data of patients demographics and lab orders instructions as needed

● Label patients specimens and paperwork accurately according to established procedures, always maintaining positive patient and specimens identification

● Always perform final check

(02/2022-02/2023)

Rheumatology Associates - Phlebotomist

● Collected, labeled and later processed the patients samples for testing

● Maintained the report on computer

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● Used troubleshooting techniques for outstanding collections

● Handled the blood specimens for testing disposal and later shipping

● Communicated with the customers

● Provided training to other phlebotomist when needed

● eClinicalWorks and/or Orchard Harvest for entering patients lab orders

● Obtain blood specimens by Venipuncture or Capillary puncture

● Maintain positive patient identifications for all specimens collected and used correct protocols

● Travel to satellite offices

(02/2023–05/2023)

Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center- contract phlebotomist

● Using independent judgment in following established venipuncture procedures

● Ability to inspire confidence in and communicate effectively with patients and family, registration staff, unit secretaries, healthcare providers & visitors

● Demonstrating composure and organizational skills in handling crisis situations and effectively handle multiple tasks in times of heavy workload

● Demonstrating a positive working environment through teamwork

● Collect blood specimens by venipuncture and Capillary

(07/2023-10/2023)

RPC AGENCY- Contract phlebotomist for Cpl

● Provide exceptional patient care and customer-focused service.

● Perform venipuncture on patients of all ages.

● Collect/prepare non-blood specimens.

● Ensure proper specimen processing, labeling, and test ordering.

● Champion safety, compliance, and quality control. Education

(08-2015-06/2017)

Plano West Senior High School, Plano TX - High School Diploma

(04/202*-**-****)

Texas School of Phlebotomy, Irving TX- Phlebotomy Certification 4

Certification

● BLS: Ex. 2023

Skills

● Over 2 years experience in phlebotomy and 3 years experience as a lab tech.

● Skilled in maintaining safety for blood collection and handling

● Experienced in Venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques

● Capability of reviewing the medical records

● Skilled at storing blood samples safely

● Caring for the patients and donors

● Assuring quality

● Tracking the collected blood specimens by tagging, dating and noting down the time of collection.

● Assuring safety of patients while taking blood samples Software

EPIC, ROVER, Meditech, eClinicals, Orchard Harvest, EMR, Atlas

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