Accomplished Phlebotomist with a proven track record at Mercy Hospital , adept in venipuncture and enhancing patient care. Demonstrated ability to maintain specimen integrity and adhere to HIPAA, ensuring high accuracy and patient trust. Excelled in adapting to diverse patient needs, significantly improving the patient experience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Mercy Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2024
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.
Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to prioritize urgent blood draws, ensuring timely analysis for critical care decisions.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Phlebotomist
Alverno Clinical Laboratories
10.2022 - 06.2023
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
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.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
Phlebotomy Intern
LabCorp
09.2022 - 10.2022
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.