Data Entry Patient Care

BP

BRITTANY POPLIN

***************@*****.*** 980-***-**** Richfield, NC 28137

Patient-oriented Phlebotomist offering 14 years of experience in laboratory and clinical settings. Technically proficient in key phlebotomy techniques, universal precautions and sterilization protocols. Team-oriented and skilled in training students and new hires on policies and procedures. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.

Information documentation

Time management

Multitasking

Troubleshooting

Reliable and trustworthy

Computer skills

Work ethic

Clerical

People skills

Communication

LabCorp Charlotte, NC

PST

08/2017 - Current

Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses. Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station. Obtained blood samples for medical testing through venipuncture or capillary puncture.

Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures. Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection. Processed billing information.

Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.

Disposed of used needles in sharps containers to avoid accidental needlesticks.

Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.

Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.

Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history. Atrium Healthcare Stanly Albemarle, NC

Phlebotomist

05/2014 - 08/2017

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

Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses. Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station. Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures. Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection. Summary

Skills

Experience

Processed billing information and collected payments. Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.

Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.

Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.

Utilized calm and friendly demeanor to increase patient comfort and alleviate anxiety.

Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.

Interviewed patients to verify test requisitions and patient identity. Meridian Laboratories Charlotte, NC

Phlebotomist

05/2009 - 11/2013

Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.

Traveled to over 5 nursing facilities per day to collect blood specimens. Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.

Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.

Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs. Properly stored and transported specimens to prevent loss and delays. Interviewed patients to verify test requisitions and patient identity. Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.

Labeled patient samples, double-checking all information for accuracy. Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.

North Stanly High School New London, NC

High School Diploma

06/2006

Stanly Community College Albemarle, NC

Some College (No Degree)

Education and Training

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