Draw Blood Certified Phlebotomist
Resume:
Tarana Weaver
Phlebotomist
Spring, TX *****
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Work Experience
Phlebotomist II
Quest Diagnostics - Houston, TX
November 2018 to Present
Currently work in an IOP independently were obtain blood samples through venipuncture. Prepared, processed, and stored patient specimens and samples according to departmental procedures using standard techniques and equipment.
Performing proper Nasal and Throat Cultures on Patients ranging from Pediatric through Geriatric. Performed Nasal testing for Covid.
Phlebotomist
LabCorp - Houston, TX
March 2014 to September 2017
Obtain blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Follow infection-control and safety procedures in carrying out daily phlebotomy functions.
Prepared, processed, and stored patient specimens and samples according to departmental procedures using standard techniques and equipment.
Build trust and minimize patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures while efficiently collecting blood specimens.
Obtain blood, urine, and stool specimens on Geriatric, Pediatric and Special needs (incompetent, and ICU) patients
Obtained intake information, including personal data, medical history, and insurance coverage.
Utilized standard procedures for the maintenance of positive patient identification.
Conferred with patient to obtain information for laboratory records and Paternity Testing, also OTS Drug Screens
Phlebotomist
Specimen Accessioner, North Cypress Medical Center - Houston, TX March 2011 to June 2012
Accessioning Specimens, Processed specimens via Aliquot also logged Blood cultures into BD Bactec
Executed Venipuncture on Pediatric through Geriatric patients also experienced drawing Oncology and Psychiatric patients
Fulfilled STAT orders within a timely manner
Handled Proper Shipping of Specimens for Laboratory Transportation Phlebotomist
Cy-Fair Medical Center Hospital - Houston, TX
March 2005 to February 2010
Phlebotomy Trainer/ Training Future Employees on different techniques on how to obtain blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Follow infection-control and safety procedures in carrying out daily phlebotomy functions.
Prepare blood-collecting equipment, draw blood, and safely store and transport samples.
Build trust and minimize patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures while efficiently collecting blood specimens.
Obtain blood, urine, and stool specimens on Geriatric, Pediatric and Special needs (incompetent, and ICU) patients
Performing proper Nasal and Throat Cultures on Patients ranging from Pediatric through Geriatric
Worked Out-Patient Laboratory, Fulfilling Pre-Op/Post-Op orders conducting EKG's, GTT, and PKU's, Education
Certificate
Houston Community College - Houston, TX
2004
Skills
• Collection (Less than 1 year)
• medical records. (Less than 1 year)
• Quality Assurance (Less than 1 year)
• venipuncture (9 years)
• Phlebotomy
Additional Information
Certified phlebotomist over 13 years of experience within clinical, Hospital and out-patient settings
Skillful and precise in performing venipuncture and capillary punctures; collecting, preparing and storing blood samples; and verifying medical records.
Possess excellent patient-relations skills - known for having a gentle touch and the ability to alleviate patient anxieties.
Key Competencies
Venipuncture & Capillary Puncture
Blood Collection & Handling Safety
Medical Records Review
Blood Specimen Storage
Patient & Donor Care
Quality Assurance & Controls
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