MICHELLE KRAUSS
Jesup, Georgia 31545
EDUCATION
Coastal Georgia Community College May 11, 2005 – Present
Brunswick, Georgia
Advanced Career Training May 23, 2001 – Jan. 09, 2002
Jacksonville, Florida
Andrew Jackson High School August 20, 1984 –June 4, 1987
Jacksonville, Florida
EXPERIENCE
Wayne Memorial Hospital May 19, 2008 – Present
Jesup, Georgia
Medical Lab Tech Conducts chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, and spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal and abnormal components; analyzes laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results; enters data from analysis of medical tests and clinical results into computer for storage; operates, calibrates and maintains equipment used in quantitative and qualitative analysis; establishes and monitors quality assurance programs and activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results; set up, clean, and maintains laboratory equipment; provides technical information about test results to physicians, family members and researchers; collects and studies blood samples to determine the number of cells, their morphology, or their blood group, blood type, and compatibility for transfusion purposes, using microscopic techniques.
Phlebotomist Correctly identify and locating the patient prior to sample collection; have knowledge of appropriate amount of blood by venipuncture for the specified test, responsible for transporting specimens back to the laboratory in a timely manner; effectively and professionally interact with patients, visitors, peers and other health care professionals; perform computer operations (data entry) and follow insurance policies and procedures; and observe and follow all safety regulations, perform and maintain quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Southeastern Pathology Associates July 5, 2004 – May 16, 2008
Brunswick, Georgia
Phlebotomist Correctly identify the patient prior to sample collection; have knowledge of appropriate amount of blood by venipuncture for the specified test, responsible for transporting specimens back to the laboratory in a timely manner; effectively and professionally interact with patients, visitors, peers and other health care professionals; perform computer operations (data entry and ordering) and follow insurance policies and procedures; and observe and follow all safety regulations, perform and maintain quality assurance and quality control procedures.
North Florida Hematology Oncology November 5, 2001 – July 25, 2003
Jacksonville, Florida
Medical Assistant Recording medical histories and vital signs; prepared rooms for and assisted the physician during examinations and procedures; administering oral and injectable medications; performed electrocardiograms, collected and prepared laboratory specimens, removing sutures and staples, changed dressings, sterilized medical instruments; instructed patients on medications, diet, assistive devices (crutches and wheelchairs), and procedures; maintained supplies, and equipment; and answered telephones, scheduled appointments, completed insurance forms, handled billing and bookkeeping.