Autumn King
Phlebotomist
ESCONDIDO,California
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at Biolife Plasma Services, excelling in sample processing and team training. Proven ability in equipment calibration and maintaining compliance with safety protocols. Strong communicator dedicated to fostering a skilled workforce, ensuring high-quality results in laboratory settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Sample Processing Technician
Biolife Plasma Services
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Collect samples from plasma bottles for testing
- Centrifuge blood samples
- Aliquot blood samples
- Perform finger sticks to obtain protein and HCT levels
- Take vitals (Blood Pressure, Temperature and weight)
- Oversaw the training and development of new processing technicians, contributing to the creation of a skilled and cohesive workforce capable of meeting organizational objectives.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocol and providing necessary training to team members.
- Weekly freezer maintenance
Lead Phlebotomist
Covid Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Utilized various venipuncture techniques depending on each patient''s needs for optimal results.
- Performed nose swabs for covid/flu testing
- Performed blood draws for covid antibody testing
- Conducted quality control checks on equipment, ensuring proper functioning and consistent results.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Specimen Accessioner
LabCorp
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Streamlined specimen tracking process, implementing a barcode system for efficient management of sample inventory.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols and standards.
- Ensured accurate test results by meticulously verifying patient information and test orders.
- Clean room environment
- Data entry
- Centrifuge blood samples
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Escondido Urology
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Perform vitals (Blood Pressure, Temperature and weight)
- Assisted Dr with procedures
- Instrument sterilization
Lab Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
03.2006 - 06.2009
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Trained new laboratory personnel on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent performance across team members.
- Conducted venipunctures from all age groups
- Centrifuge blood samples
- Aliquot blood samples
- Data entry
- Answering phones
Education
Associate of Science - Clinical And Administrative Medical Assistant
San Joaquin Valley College
Ontario, CA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Montecito High School
Ramona, CA06-1997
Skills
Equipment calibration
Team Training
Excellent communication
Visual inspection
Aliquot Samples
Vitals
Venipuncture
Finger Sticks
Certification
Licensed Phlebotomist
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Sr. Sample Processing Technician
Biolife Plasma Services
09.2021 - 10.2023
Lead Phlebotomist
Covid Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2021
Specimen Accessioner
LabCorp
04.2018 - 09.2019
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Escondido Urology
12.2016 - 01.2018
Lab Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
03.2006 - 06.2009
Associate of Science - Clinical And Administrative Medical Assistant
San Joaquin Valley College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Montecito High School