Brandon Powell

Army

04.2018 - 07.2023

Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.