April Smith
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
North Oaks Medical Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Continually sought opportunities for professional development by attending workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices in phlebotomy techniques.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Phlebotomist
OTIN
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Continually sought opportunities for professional development by attending workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices in phlebotomy techniques.
Phlebotomist
HCA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Continually sought opportunities for professional development by attending workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices in phlebotomy techniques.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
Phlebotomist
UTSW
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Continually sought opportunities for professional development by attending workshops, conferences, and staying up-to-date on industry best practices in phlebotomy techniques.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Phlebotomy Intern
Lawrence County Medical
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Improved accuracy in identifying veins through extensive practice of palpation techniques on various skin types and ages.
- Utilized knowledge of various needle gauges and equipment for successful blood collection from difficult-to-access veins.
- Ensured proper patient identification before each procedure, minimizing risk of incorrect blood collection or results reporting.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, addressing their concerns and alleviating anxiety prior to blood draws.
- Managed high-volume workloads, successfully completing up to 40 blood draws per day during peak times.
Education
Criminal Justice
Southwest MS Community College
Summit, MSPhlebotomy
OTIN
McComb, MS07.2021
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Medical Testing
- Infection Control
- Data Entry
- Venipuncture
- Paperwork Processing
- Specimen Preparation
- Medical Records Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimen handling
- Medical office administration
- Patient Care
Timeline
Phlebotomist
North Oaks Medical Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
Phlebotomist
OTIN
06.2022 - 07.2023
Phlebotomist
HCA
01.2022 - 05.2022
Phlebotomist
UTSW
10.2021 - 01.2022
Phlebotomy Intern
Lawrence County Medical
02.2020 - 10.2021
Criminal Justice
Southwest MS Community College
Phlebotomy
OTIN