Brittanie Smith
Hartselle
Summary
Patient-oriented Phlebotomist offering two years of experience in laboratory and clinical settings. Technically proficient in all phlebotomy techniques, universal precautions, and sterilization protocols. Team-oriented and skilled in training students and new hires on policies and procedures.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Wiregrass Construction Company
Huntsville
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies during all driving activities.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
Equipment Operator
Christopher Contracting
Athens
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Operated heavy machinery to complete daily tasks efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for proper functioning.
Truck Driver
SJ&L
Huntsville
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Followed designated routes and schedules for timely deliveries.
Rural Mail Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service, USPS
Elkmont
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Sorted and delivered mail along designated rural routes.
- Collected outgoing mail from postal boxes and local businesses.
- Ensured accurate processing of mail using postal equipment.
Bus Driver
Limestone County Board of Education
Athens
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated bus safely along designated routes for passenger transport.
- Ensured compliance with local traffic laws and safety regulations during trips.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking from the vehicle.
Phlebotomist
Fusion Medical Staffing, Travel Position
Omaha
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Collected blood samples using proper phlebotomy techniques.
- Prepared samples for laboratory testing following safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment.
Phlebotomist
Athens Limestone Hospital
Athens
07.2019 - 10.2020
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures through communication and compassion.
- Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Traveled to nursing facility between 6 A.M. and 7 A.M. to collect blood specimens.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.
Assistant Manager
Premier Kings of North Alabama
Ardmore
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Quickly and efficiently processed payments and made accurate change.
- Carefully maintained proper sanitation, health and safety standards in all work areas by applying industry best practices and company requirements.
- Monitored and counted food stock and supplies to reorder on time.
- Analyzed monthly sales and performance reports to support operational planning and strategic decision making.
- Reviewed sales reports to enhance sales performance and improve inventory management accuracy.
- Entered requested menu items into POS terminal, modifying with substitutions and add-ons to customize orders.
- Scheduled equipment use with managers, using information about daily menus to help coordinate cooking times.
- Organized food items on serving trays and in carry-out packages.
- Completed opening, closing and shift change tasks to promote store efficiency.
- Prepared and served beverages such as coffee, tea and fountain drinks, assuring freshness and availability.
- Answered customer questions regarding food preparation, responding to concerns regarding potential allergens.
- Safely prepared, assembled and presented food to satisfy customers and fill orders.
- Prepared items according to written or verbal orders, working on several different orders simultaneously.
- Suggested additional menu items, beverages and desserts to increase sales.
- Completed side work tasks, including restocking condiments and cleaning refrigerators.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by quickly addressing and resolving complaints with food or service.
- Built brand loyalty and accomplished customer satisfaction by working well with other food service team members.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces and utensils.
- Followed all company safety standards, including food quality and sanitation procedures.
- Maintained neat, well-groomed appearance including impeccable personal hygiene, hair restraint and minimal jewelry to met company standards.
- Planned and prepared workflow schedules, delegating tasks for over thirty team members.
Phlebotomist
Lincoln County Hospital
Fayetteville
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures through communication and compassion.
- Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Traveled to nursing facility between 6A.M. and 7A.M. to collect blood specimens.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.
- Interviewed patients and analyzed and documented medical records to update and file documents.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Shell Station
Shell Station
Ardmore
03.2013 - 01.2014
- Trained five employees on best practices and protocol while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
Education
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Tennessee Technical College of Applied Technology
Pulaski, TN06.2016
Some College (No Degree) -
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, ALGED -
Tennessee Technical College of Applied Technology
Pulaski, TN06.2006
Skills
- Proper storage procedures
- Therapeutic phlebotomy
- Manual and finger dexterity
- Sharps disposal
- Drawing blood
- HIPAA
- Data entry
- Supervision
- Relationship development
- Communications
- First Aid/CPR
- Organization
- Team building
- Customer service
- Process improvement
- Problem resolution
- Operational improvement
- Inventory management
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Christopher Contracting
08.2024 - 11.2024
Truck Driver
SJ&L
07.2022 - 08.2024
Rural Mail Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service, USPS
02.2022 - 06.2022
Bus Driver
Limestone County Board of Education
08.2021 - 02.2022
Phlebotomist
Fusion Medical Staffing, Travel Position
10.2020 - 03.2021
Phlebotomist
Athens Limestone Hospital
07.2019 - 10.2020
Assistant Manager
Premier Kings of North Alabama
05.2018 - 06.2019
Phlebotomist
Lincoln County Hospital
07.2016 - 08.2017
Shell Station
Shell Station
03.2013 - 01.2014
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Tennessee Technical College of Applied Technology
Some College (No Degree) -
Calhoun Community College
GED -
Tennessee Technical College of Applied Technology
Truck Driver
Wiregrass Construction Company