Arethya Dobson
Richmond,TX
Summary
Certified Phlebotomy Technician with hands-on experience in venipuncture, specimen collection, and community health services. Strong background in HIV counseling, patient care, and laboratory procedures. Proven ability to build rapport with diverse populations and deliver compassionate, high-quality service. Committed to supporting healthcare teams and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist/Community Health Specialist
Bee Busy Learning Academy, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
- - Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection for patients of all age groups
- - Provide HIV counseling, testing, and linkage to care services for LGBTQIA+ and high-risk individuals
- - Collect and process urine specimens for analysis
- - Handle centrifugation, specimen preparation, and transport according to lab standards
- - Perform accurate and timely data entry of patient information
- - Travel to external sites and events to provide community-based health services
Moblie Phlebotomist
Bee Busy Learning Academy
07.2022 - Current
- Administered blood draws and specimen collection in diverse environments, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Coordinated scheduling for mobile phlebotomy appointments, optimizing daily workflow efficiency.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for compliance with health regulations.
- Educated patients on procedural expectations and post-collection care to enhance understanding and cooperation.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Activity Director
Ella Springs Senior Living Community
07.2019 - 01.2020
- - Designed and led engaging activities to promote cognitive, emotional, and social well-being among residents
- - Assessed resident behavior and implemented behavior management strategies as needed
- - Ensured compliance with risk management protocols and safety policies
- - Maintained detailed documentation including assessments, lesson plans, progress notes, and incident reports
Activity Coordinator
Brandon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2018 - 07.2019
- - Planned and facilitated diverse activities including outings, games, arts and crafts, and entertainment events
- - Communicated treatment goals, progress, and discharge plans with staff, patients, and families
- - Assisted with activity setup, cleanup, and equipment maintenance
- - Developed programs to enhance quality of life and encourage socialization
Education
Certified Phlebotomy Technician I -
KS Phlebotomy School
Houston, TX05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Recreation (Therapeutic Recreation)
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Robert M. Callaway High School
05.2012
Skills
- Multitasking efficiency
- Time management
- Venipuncture
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen handling
- Patient confidentiality
- Infection control protocols
- HIPAA
- Infection control
- Data entry
- Recording data
- Order of draw proficiency
- Communication proficiency
- HIPAA compliance
- Health and safety
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
Certification
- - Certified Phlebotomy Technician I — KS Phlebotomy School, Houston, TX | May 2022
- - Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED — American Red Cross | February 2024–Present
- - BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR (Adult, Child, Infant, AED, First Aid) — EMS Safety, Inc. | April 2022–May 2022
Timeline
Moblie Phlebotomist
Bee Busy Learning Academy
07.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist/Community Health Specialist
Bee Busy Learning Academy, Inc.
07.2022 - Current
Activity Director
Ella Springs Senior Living Community
07.2019 - 01.2020
Activity Coordinator
Brandon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
04.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Recreation (Therapeutic Recreation)
University of Southern Mississippi
High School Diploma - undefined
Robert M. Callaway High School
Certified Phlebotomy Technician I -
KS Phlebotomy School
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