Patient Care Equipment Maintenance

MENSAH BELINDA AKU

Accra, Ghana +233********** 233**********

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Dedicated and experienced Phlebotomist with over 4 years of expertise in performing healthcare, and other specimen collection procedures. Skilled in working with diverse patient populations and ensuring the highest standards of accuracy, hygiene, and patient care. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain calm and efficiency in high-pressure environments. Committed to providing compassionate and professional care while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols and regulations. Seeking to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team to support patient diagnostics and treatment. EXPERIENCE

2019-2020

SPINTEX COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, SPINTEX-ACCRA

DUTIES

• Drawing Blood: Collect blood samples from patients through venipuncture, finger pricks, or heel sticks, depending on the patient's needs and age.

• Patient Identification: Verify patient identity and ensure that all samples are correctly labeled with the patient's information to avoid mix-ups.

• Sample Handling: Properly handle, store, and transport blood samples to maintain their integrity until they are tested in the lab.

• Patient Care: Provide a calming and reassuring presence for patients who may be anxious about blood draws, and ensure patient comfort and safety during the procedure.

• Equipment Maintenance: Regularly clean and maintain phlebotomy equipment to ensure it is sanitary and in good working condition.

• Documentation: Accurately record all patient interactions, procedures performed, and any observations in patient records.

• Adherence to Protocols: Follow strict protocols and procedures to maintain hygiene and prevent contamination, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Collaboration: Work closely with doctors, nurses, and laboratory staff to ensure that the blood draw process integrates seamlessly into the patient's overall care plan.

• Inventory Management: Keep track of phlebotomy supplies and order new supplies as needed to ensure that there is no interruption in service. 2021-2024

LAB ACCESS, ACCRA – GHANA

DUTIES

Drawing Blood: Collect blood samples from patients through venipuncture, finger pricks, or heel sticks, depending on the patient's needs and age.

• Patient Identification: Verify patient identity and ensure that all samples are correctly labeled with the patient's information to avoid mix-ups.

• Sample Handling: Properly handle, store, and transport blood samples to maintain their integrity until they are tested in the lab.

• Patient Care: Provide a calming and reassuring presence for patients who may be anxious about blood draws, and ensure patient comfort and safety during the procedure.

• Equipment Maintenance: Regularly clean and maintain phlebotomy equipment to ensure it is sanitary and in good working condition.

• Documentation: Accurately record all patient interactions, procedures performed, and any observations in patient records.

• Adherence to Protocols: Follow strict protocols and procedures to maintain hygiene and prevent contamination, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Collaboration: Work closely with doctors, nurses, and laboratory staff to ensure that the blood draw process integrates seamlessly into the patient's overall care plan. EDUCATION

2024 ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

Science Laboratory Technician

2017 PHARMATRUST PROFESSINAL COLLEGE

Healthcare Assistance Certificate

SKILLS ACTIVITIES

• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in patient identification and documentation.

• Safety Protocols: Knowledge of and adherence to

safety and hygiene standards.

• Equipment Maintenance: Keeping phlebotomy

tools and equipment clean and functional.

• Communication: Clear and effective

communication with patients and healthcare team.

• Time Management: Efficiently managing time to

handle multiple patients and tasks.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with electronic

health records and lab information systems.

• Problem-Solving: Quick thinking to address

challenges like difficult draws or patient reactions.

• Collaborated with Healthcare Team: Worked

closely with doctors, nurses, and lab technicians to coordinate patient care and ensure timely

processing of samples.

• Trained New Staff: Assisted in training and

onboarding new phlebotomists and healthcare staff

in blood collection techniques and safety protocols.

• Performed Blood Sample Testing: Conducted

initial tests on blood samples using point-of-care testing equipment.

• Participated in Quality Improvement

Initiatives: Contributed to efforts aimed at

improving the efficiency and accuracy of the

phlebotomy department.

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