Vontreca Hodges
770-***-**** *********@*****.***
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist & CDL Class B Driver Skillful and Precise in Performing Venipunctures and Capillary Punctures; Collecting, Ordering Preparing and Storing Blood Samples and Verifying Medical Records. High level Accuracy and Attention to Details.
Skills
SKILLS & STRENGHTS
Analyzing Information
Efficient Communicator
Quality Focused
Detail Oriented
Infection & Diseases Control
Hospital & Bedside manner
Community and Special Needs Transportation
Organized & Time Management
Team Player & Conflict Resolution
Local, State & Federal Compliant
Analysis & Reporting Procedures
Registration Procedure Knowledgeable
Confidentially Compliant
Experience
REP2 (PHLEBOTOMIST LAB) 09/2021 - Current
Quest Diagnostics
Phlebotomy, Data Entry, Labeling, Processing Specimens,Patient Care Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts. Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses. Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests. Interviewed patients and documented details to update and file paperwork. Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station. Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information. Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws. Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs. 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.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self. Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws. Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures through [Task] and [Task]. Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup. Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs. Ordering Supplies BLOOD COLLECTION SPECIALIST 12/2020 - 07/2021
American Redcross
Data Entry, Fingerstick, Weighing Patients, Checking Blood Pressure, Phlebotomy,Collecting Volumes of Blood, Platelets & Plasma, Patient Care, Processing Collect Blood, Sending it Out to be Donated Drew blood from patients to collect samples using venipuncture and following aseptic techniques. Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture. Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station. Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection. Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts. Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests. Interviewed patients and documented details to update and file paperwork. Coordinated in-office and off-site testing for high volume of daily patient samples. Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses. Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information. Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light. Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs. Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup. Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name. Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs. Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures through [Task] and [Task]. Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws. Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self. BUS MANAGER 01/2019 - 12/2020
Marta Transit
BUS MANAGER 01/2015 - 01/2018
Gwinnett County Public Schools - Suwanee, Ga
01/2012 - 01/2014
ON-CALL PARAPROFESSIONAL, Palm Beach County Headstart - Belle Glade, FL DIRECTOR 01/2009 - 01/2011
A Beautiful Beginning Inc - South Bay, FL
DIRECTOR 01/2008 - 01/2009
A Beautiful Beginning Inc, Daycare - Belle Glade, FL ASSISTANT DIRECTOR 01/2004 - 01/2006
Greenacres Learning Center - Greenacres, FL
PHLEBOTOMIST 01/2002 - 01/2004
Glades General Hospital - Belle Glade, FL
PHLEBOTOMIST 01/2000 - 01/2002
Wellington Regional Medical Center - Wellington, FL PHLEBOTOMIST 01/1999 - 01/2000
South Florida Blood Bank - West Palm Beach, FL
Education and Training
Ameri Tech
Phlebotomy, 11/2000
Accomplishments
Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe and butterfly venipuncture methods Drew blood from capillaries by using finger stick method Collected urine specimens, operated centrifuging equipment Drew 80+ venipunctures daily, early morning labs
Explained and drew fluid and tissue collection procedures to patients Matched laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes Disposed of blood and contaminated sharps
Organized and cleaned blood-drawing trays, ensured all instruments sterile Administer record keeping
Prepare budgets and annual reports, parent curriculum standards Establish performance goals and objectives
Explain or answer procedural question
Hire train, and evaluate teachers
Review instructional objectives and adjust accordingly Certifications
Venipuncture Certificate Staff Credential Behavioral Observation and Screening Health, Safety and Nutrition Identifying/Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect Special Needs Appropriate Practices Family Child Care Home Rules & Regulations First-Aid & CPR Class B CDL
Donor Phlebotomy Technician (DPT)
Phlebotomy Technician (PT)