Akilah Johnson
Humble,TX
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist experienced in venipuncture, donor care, and plasma collection within high-volume donation centers. Delivered exceptional patient care while ensuring safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance, and trained team members to enhance donor experiences and support clinical operations. Demonstrated strong work ethic and adaptability across diverse settings, efficiently completing tasks and maintaining organized workspaces.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Phlebotomist
Grifols Plasma Center
Channelview, Texas
01.2026 - Current
- Supervised daily blood collection procedures to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained new phlebotomists on techniques and best practices for effective blood donation.
- Coordinated donor schedules to optimize workflow and minimize wait times at the center.
- Assessed patient conditions before performing venipuncture to determine appropriateness for specimen collection.
Phlebotomist / Donor Center Technician / Trainer
Grifols Plasma Donation Center
05.2024 - Current
- Perform venipuncture and plasma collection procedures while following established safety and quality standards.
- Monitor donors throughout the donation process and respond appropriately to donor needs.
- Educated donors on donation process and addressed questions to enhance donor experience.
- Verify donor identity and maintain accurate documentation and records.
- Trained and mentored new employees on company procedures, safety protocols, and donor care to ensure compliance and quality service.
- Follow infection control, OSHA, and company policies to maintain a safe clinical environment.
- Collaborated with nurses and medical staff to streamline daily operations and enhance overall efficiency.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of collection areas and equipment.
Phlebotomist
Kelsey-Seybold
Humble, Texas
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques and equipment.
- Ensured patient comfort and safety during procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample collection.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Organized and replenished phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station to ensure availability of supplies during procedures.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Education
Diploma -
Northside High School
Houston, TX 08.2015 - 06.2019
Phlebotomy Training Program -
Wanetta CPR Training
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Plasma Collection
- Specimen Collection
- Infection Control
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Documentation
- Donor Care
- Patient Communication
- Training & Mentoring
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Customer Service
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomist
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Lead Phlebotomist
Grifols Plasma Center
01.2026 - Current
Phlebotomist
Kelsey-Seybold
11.2025 - 01.2026
Phlebotomist / Donor Center Technician / Trainer
Grifols Plasma Donation Center
05.2024 - Current
Diploma -
Northside High School
08.2015 - 06.2019
Phlebotomy Training Program -
Wanetta CPR Training