Brandis Byrd
Columbus,Georgia
Summary
To obtain a position in an expanding company. Strong interest in pursuing professional development opportunities, including specialized training and certification in the organization's area of growth. Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 13 years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques. Diplomatic customer service professional experienced in defining and analyzing customer requests to resolve issues. Accurate in documenting customer concerns and dedicated to maintaining deep knowledge of products and promotions. Confident communicator recognized for consistently receiving excellent customer feedback.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile Examiner
Exam One (Quest)
07.2017 - Current
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Accurately verified patients by reading patient identification information.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Obtained informed consent from patients prior to performing any examinations or treatments.
- Ensured the safety of patients by adhering to safety regulations and guidelines.
Supervisor of Operations
Octapharama Plasma
Columbus, GA
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Identified process improvements that could reduce costs or improve service quality and efficiency levels.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Performed administrative duties such as preparing reports, tracking employee hours and maintaining records of patient visits.
- Facilitated effective communication between team members, other departments and outside facilities.
- Managed inventory control systems, ordering supplies as needed while monitoring budgets.
Phlebotomist
PathGroup
09.2017 - 04.2019
- (COMPANY CLOSED ACCOUNTS IN MY AREA)
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
Patient Care Aide
Home Nurse - Griffin, Georgia
12.2010 - 11.2012
- Performed basic housekeeping duties such as changing linens, cleaning rooms and bathrooms, stocking supplies.
- Planned and prepared meals meeting patients' nutritional requirements.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Phlebotomist/Specimen Collector
All Medical Personnel
06.2014
- (CONTRACT WORKER)
- Handled difficult or challenging situations professionally while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Phlebotomist/ Specimen Collector
Aerotek - Atlanta, GA
04.2013
- (CONTRACT WORKER)
- Handled difficult or challenging situations professionally while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Education
GED -
Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GA10.2013
Certified Phlebotomy/ Specimen Collection -
Step One Health Agency
Columbus, GA05.2008
Skills
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft, PowerPoint, Word, Excel Office applications
- Efficient and Productive team player
- Excellent Customer service skills
- Willing to Train and fast learner
- Medical Records Management
- Venipuncture
- Donor Screening
- Paperwork Processing
- Customer Service
- Sample Processing
- Decision-Making
- Staff Phlebotomy Training
- Data Entry
- Team Leader
- Specimen Collection
- HIPAA
- Team Development
- Administrative Management
- Employee Supervision
- Office Management
- Team Leadership
- Multitasking and Organization
- Blood Collection
Training
- Defensive Driving-AAA
- Vehicle Liability/ Do's & Don'ts for Drivers
- Residential Home Care & Maintenance
- Self-Administration of Medications
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- DD Behavior Supports
- Basic First Aid & CPR
Timeline
Supervisor of Operations
Octapharama Plasma
10.2019 - 05.2020
Phlebotomist
PathGroup
09.2017 - 04.2019
Mobile Examiner
Exam One (Quest)
07.2017 - Current
Phlebotomist/Specimen Collector
All Medical Personnel
06.2014
Phlebotomist/ Specimen Collector
Aerotek - Atlanta, GA
04.2013
Patient Care Aide
Home Nurse - Griffin, Georgia
12.2010 - 11.2012
GED -
Columbus Technical College
Certified Phlebotomy/ Specimen Collection -
Step One Health Agency
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