Kiara Matthews
Houston,TX
Summary
- fully vaccinated
- bls certified
- bilingual
- phlebotomy certified
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant 2
University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Prepare,store and transfer samples for testing.
- determines acceptability of patients samples
- communicate pertinent information to staff member, management, medical directors and other divisions
- perform computer functions necessary for patient registration, blood collection, and specimen management
Shelter Support Staff
Jogan health
Chicago , IL
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Oversaw daily routines of youth in placement and delivered services related to basic human needs.
- Supervised youth recreational activities and facilitated workshops surrounding self-development, education and employment.
- Reported incidents that negatively affected child safety.
Phlebotomist
Octapharma Plasma Center
Pasadena, TX
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- 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.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- AGES 18-60
Phlebotomist
Bio Life Plasma
Webster, TX
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
Nursing Home Health Aide
The Rio At Mainland
Texas City, TX
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Cashier
Moody Gardens Inc
Galveston, TX
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ball High School
Galveston, TX06.2020
Skills
- Locating Merchandise
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Flexible Hours
- Exceeding Customer Expectations
- Decision Making
- Patient Advocacy
- Youth Supervision
- Stress Management
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Drawing Blood
- Biohazard Waste Disposal
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Tracking Specimens
- Donor Screening
- Sharps Disposal
- Problem Solving
- Butterfly Venipuncture
- Data Entry
- Specimen Collection
- Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use
- Cash Handling
- Customer Service
- Feedback Acceptance
- Detail-Oriented
- Reliable and Responsible
Timeline
Lab Assistant 2
University of Texas Medical Branch
07.2023 - Current
Shelter Support Staff
Jogan health
09.2022 - 02.2023
Phlebotomist
Octapharma Plasma Center
09.2021 - 09.2022
Phlebotomist
Bio Life Plasma
04.2021 - 09.2021
Nursing Home Health Aide
The Rio At Mainland
12.2020 - 02.2021
Cashier
Moody Gardens Inc
11.2018 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Ball High School