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PAULA GARY

ad4ohp@r.postjobfree.com 423-***-**** Halethorpe, MD 21227

Seasoned Phlebotomist with 30 years of experience drawing blood for tests, research, blood donations and transfusions. Polished in finding right veins needed for puncturing, correctly labeling samples and assisting with blood transfusions. In-depth knowledge of legal requirements relating to medical equipment. Hardworking and reliable phlebotomist with strong ability in drawing blood, expertise with all ages. .Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Motivated professional offering certified phlebotomist,Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines. Medical Records Maintenance

Written and Verbal Communication

Sample and Form Matching

Butterfly Venipuncture

Blood Alcohol Testing

Sanitation and Sterilization

Donor Screening

Sharps Collection

Glucose Screening

Tracking Specimens

Biohazard Policy Compliance

Therapeutic Phlebotomy

Decision Making

Problem-Solving

Specimen Collection

Peak and Trough Tests

Microsoft Office

Interval Testing

Tray Organization

Problem Solving

Blood Culturing

Instrument Sterilization

Data Entry

Staff Phlebotomy Training

Patient Relations

Information Gathering

Sharps Disposal

Drawing Blood

Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use

Documentation and Recordkeeping

Fluid and Tissue Disposal

Proper Storage Procedures

Biohazard Waste Disposal

Quest Diagnostics New Port, TN

Phlebotomists

05/2004 - 08/2022

Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique. Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport. Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses. Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures. Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests. Compiled and submitted data for demographic research. Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection. Upheld donor confidentiality throughout intake and collection process. Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.

Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information. Summary

Skills

Experience

Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station. Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.

Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs. Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.

Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws. Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.

Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures.

State Of Franklin Healthcare Associates

Johnson City, TN

Phlebotomists

06/1992 - 05/2004

Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique. Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.

Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures. Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses. Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station. Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection. Compiled and submitted data for demographic research. Upheld donor confidentiality throughout intake and collection process. Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport. Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.

Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.

Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests. Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.

Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history. Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs. Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.

Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures through [Task] and [Task].

Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.

Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.

Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws. Assisted medical care providers by aiding with routine and specialized procedures, administering medication and performing [Type] and [Type] tests.

Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.

Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.

Phlebotomy Training Course Johnson City, TN

ASCP Certification in Phlebotomy

05/1990

Education and Training

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