Carrie Stedman

• Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
• Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• While interacting with patients:
• Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
• Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
• Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and improve specimen.
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
• Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomist process.
• Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.

While interacting with patients:

Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.

Processed samples accurately and efficiently.

Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.

Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.

Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.

Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards,

Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.

Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy service.

Calibrated equipment according to manufacturer specifications.

Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.

Entered patient information and test orders into computer system accurately.

Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.

Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.

Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.

Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.

Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.

Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.

Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.

Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.

Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.

Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.

Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.

Observed patient for unusual reaction or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.

Demonstrated proficiency in using equipment.

Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.