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BRANDY CLAY

Mesa,CO

Summary

Skilled Phlebotomist with more than 18 years of experience in fast-paced hospitals. Expert in quickly and accurately collecting specimens using variety of venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques. Exceptional bedside manner and adept in easing patients' fears or anxieties.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

PHLEBOTOMIST TECHNICIAN 4

SONORAQUEST
12.2017 - Current
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Promoted mission, vision and values of Sonoraquest and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

PAIN SOLUTIONS MEDICAL GROUP
10.2016 - 12.2017
  • 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.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
  • Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.

CASE MANAGER

American Family Chiropractic Center
05.2015 - 10.2016
  • Helped patients receive appropriate, high-quality care with reasonable results.
  • Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
  • Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
  • Evaluated treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
  • Obtained blood samples for allergy testing.

Sales Associate

PERMIAN PAWN AND JEWLERY
02.2014 - 05.2015
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.

Phlebotomy Instructor

MIDAMERICA TECHNOLOGY CENTER
01.2009 - 07.2009
  • Taught hands-on and didactic portions of lab-based courses in adherence with IEC standards for curriculum development.
  • Trained students in industry-leading sanitation and hygiene protocol to improve career readiness.
  • Taught vein selection and blood extraction protocol in real-time with demonstration materials and in clinical settings.
  • Coached students on individual level with patience and positive reinforcement.
  • Gathered and reported attendance records according to school and program protocols.
  • Supported students with one-on-one coaching in career pursuits and post-program next steps.
  • Maintained up-to-date [State] Phlebotomy Technician certification to sustain program relevance.
  • Interpreted and composed instructions in various forms using software, written communication and hand-drawn diagrams.
  • Devised plans to support personal growth and improvement for sustained success both within and after program.
  • Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
  • Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
  • Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
  • Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
  • Analyzed clinical settings' effectiveness in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
  • Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.

Phlebotomist

Purcell Municipal Hospital
12.2007 - 02.2009
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
  • Conducted venipuncture and other labratory procedures.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.
  • Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks multiple times per day.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
  • Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.

Emergency Room Technician

Oklahoma Heart Hospital
04.2005 - 10.2005
  • Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
  • Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.

Education

Certificate of Completion Phlebotomist/Laboratory - Phlebotomy

Moore Norman Technology Center - Norman
Norman, OK
02.2005

Skills

  • SKILLED IN SPECIMEN COLLECTION
  • PATIENT AND CLIENT COMMUNICATION
  • CONFIDENT WITH SKILLS ABLE TO FUNCTION WITHOUT SUPERVISION
  • ATTENTION TO DETAIL
  • ABLE TO ADJUST TO NEW POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AND IMPLEMENT IMMEDIATELY

Timeline

PHLEBOTOMIST TECHNICIAN 4

SONORAQUEST
12.2017 - Current

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

PAIN SOLUTIONS MEDICAL GROUP
10.2016 - 12.2017

CASE MANAGER

American Family Chiropractic Center
05.2015 - 10.2016

Sales Associate

PERMIAN PAWN AND JEWLERY
02.2014 - 05.2015

Phlebotomy Instructor

MIDAMERICA TECHNOLOGY CENTER
01.2009 - 07.2009

Phlebotomist

Purcell Municipal Hospital
12.2007 - 02.2009

Emergency Room Technician

Oklahoma Heart Hospital
04.2005 - 10.2005

Certificate of Completion Phlebotomist/Laboratory - Phlebotomy

Moore Norman Technology Center - Norman

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