Abby Kilpatrick
Altoona,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented and a dependable candidate strong at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Effective in managing stressful situations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about strategies for managing fast-paced work. Eager and always ready and willing to assist fellow employees with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. Considered hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Mercy One Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Ensured accurate test results with proper use of lab equipment and adherence to protocols.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in fast-paced and ever-changing environment's.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Phlebotomist
Lifeserve Blood Center
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified donation quality.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Conducted successful venipuncture.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare for donations.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate donors on collection process and procedures.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with donors, and staff to build trust and camaraderie.
- Collected blood donations and samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
Photographer
Jostens Pix
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Utilized artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Captured stunning images.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Rapid City, SD05.2021
Skills
- Donor Information
- Quality Patient Care
- Workplace Safety
- Drawing Blood
- Safe Needle Disposal
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Clean Equipment
- Blood Collections
- Customer Satisfaction
- Patient Education
- Stress Management
- Specimen Processing
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Mercy One Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Phlebotomist
Lifeserve Blood Center
01.2022 - Current
Photographer
Jostens Pix
07.2021 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Central High School