SUMMARY

Seasoned Phlebotomist with ** years' experience in venipuncture and proven bedside manner.

Committed to maintaining highest patient safety standards when collecting variety of samples and specimens. Accomplished in orienting new staff and training nurses and physicians on proper venipuncture techniques.

Patient-oriented Phlebotomist offering 42 years of experience in laboratory and clinical settings. Technically proficient in all phlebotomy techniques, universal precautions, and sterilization protocols. Team-oriented and skilled in training students and new hires on policies and procedures. Ready to bring talent to Quest Diagnostics.

SKILLS

Drawing blood

Sharps disposal

Medical records maintenance

Data entry

Tracking specimens

Biohazard waste disposal

Therapeutic phlebotomy

Donor screening

Stress management

Manual and finger dexterity

Proper storage procedures

Sanitation and sterilization

HIPAA

Quality control

Patient education

Critical thinking proficiency

Organization and planning

BAC screening/drug screen collection

Patient and family focused

Basic Life Support Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

certification

Healthcare billing proficiency

Maintaining records

Extensive ER experience

Medical device products and services

Feeding assistance specialist

Reporting skills

Medical assisting specialist

Hands-on clinical instruction

Mobility assistance

BAC screen/drug screen collection ability

Wound care specialist

Hematology testing capability

Motivation techniques specialist

Maintaining quality assurance standards

Health and wellness expertise

Relationship and team building

Information documentation

Personal and professional integrity

Patient-oriented

Culturally sensitive

Mentoring and coaching

Geriatric treatment knowledge

Wound cleaning/care expertise

EXPERIENCE

Histology Technician

Chicago, IL

Medix Chicago Il/ Sep 2017 to Nov 2017

Assessed the adequacy of chemicals and stains

Recorded the number of tissue blocks and verified proper identification and labeling Assisted the pathologist in gross examination of surgical specimens Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin Prepared histologic slides for human tissue samples via processing, cutting, embedding, W

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Chicago, IL, 60618

staining, and mounting

Phlebotomist/EKG

Fort Myers, FL

Lee Memorial Health System/ Aug 2011 to Jun 2014

Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self

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

Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses Interviewed patients and analyzed and documented medical records to update and file documents

Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture

Collected and processed copayments and out-of-pocket charges using EPIC software Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared for physician exams Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet all HIPAA guidelines and statues for data security Communicated extensively with patients to provide assistance, support and instructions Tested patients' blood glucose levels

Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing Traveled to over 10 outpatient facilities per week to collect blood and specimens Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples Collected and processed copayments and out-of-pocket charges using EPIC software Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care Phlebotomist

Fort Myers, FL

Lee Memorial Health System/Healthpark Hospital/ Jul 2019 to Dec 2019 Communicated extensively with patients to provide assistance, support and instructions Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles

Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture

Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs Frequently commended for maintaining the safety, respect and dignity of residents Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws

Prepared specimens for analysis and established proper chronological priorities in testing Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts Maintained HIPAA compliance across all patient data-handling, systems and training

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