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Brittany Green

Marrero,LA

Summary

Detail oriented Phlebotomist possessing relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare environments with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics
Metairie, LA
03.2023 - Current
  • Collect specimens according to established procedures.
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Research test/client information, and confirm and verify all written and electronic orders by utilizing lab technology systems, client contact, and approved tools.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • The ability to navigate computers and accurately enter data is required to be successful in this role.
  • Obtain identification, accurately enter billing information, and collect payments when required, following corporate policies.
  • Processing specimens, including labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing, and preparing for transport, as required by the test order.
  • Perform all non-patient-facing duties, including inventory, stocking supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones, and utilizing email as appropriate.
  • Read, understand, and comply with departmental policies, protocols, and procedures.
  • Assist with the compilation and submission of statistics and data when required.
  • Maintain all appropriate phlebotomy logs in a timely manner, based on frequency, such as maintenance logs and temperature logs.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
  • Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
  • Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.

Specimen Technician

Quest Diagnostics
Marrero, LA
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Able to perform all responsibilities of the Specimen Preparation Assistant.
  • Demonstrates an ability to learn the job duties assigned to the SPT I, and develops an understanding of how all the functions in Specimen Processing fit together.
  • Identifies problems and, in some cases, may resolve issues with specimen types, such as missing information, etc.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the compliance policies related to test ordering, which requires developing the ability to research test ordering information on translation tables, the computer system, and the directory of services.
  • Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
  • Ensured proper labeling of all specimens prior to analysis or storage.
  • Assisted in training new staff members in specimen processing techniques.
  • Adhered to safety standards while handling potentially infectious specimens.

Extraction Technician

Abbott Laboratories Limited
Gretna, LA
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Perform the extraction of regulated specimens that fall under SAMHSA/DOT regulations and are subject to interviews during NLCP inspections and/or audits.
  • Preparation and extraction of samples for GC/MS and LC-MS/MS confirmation.
  • Operation of the lab equipment necessary to perform extractions.
  • Prepare validation samples for new controls, calibrators, and reagents.
  • Storage of supplies.
  • Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring the confidentiality of donor information.
  • Must comply with company policies.
  • Supported ethanol extraction procedures to meet standardized requirements, and accuracy.
  • Kept equipment working properly with regular upkeep and planned preventive maintenance.
  • Handled weighing, data recordkeeping and batch tracking.
  • Monitored environmental conditions such as temperature, pressure, humidity. that can affect the outcome of an extraction process.
  • Worked with the extraction crew to carry out the safest possible operations and meet production targets.
  • Verified PPE integrity and operation before embarking on daily journeys to reach extraction sites.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning, and committed to continual improvement.
  • Implemented and adhered to laboratory safety protocols, including the proper disposal of hazardous materials.

Lab Assistant

Abbott Laboratories
Gretna , LA
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Operating the instruments used to perform the initial analysis on urine specimens.
  • Perform laboratory tests in accordance with laboratory standard procedures, applying knowledge, expertise, and sound judgment in the final review and certification of results prior to release.
  • Knowledge of screening methods.
  • Adherence to all security procedures for ensuring the confidentiality of donor information.
  • Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards.
  • Sign off on DOT, NONDOT, and Criminal Justice batches, and place them on the cart to be run on any instrument.
  • Place batches on instruments for testing and analysis, knowing the steps prior to loading batches.
  • Maintained the lab by calibrating equipment, cleaning surfaces, and cleaning items used.
  • Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples, and taking inventory.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting the times of collection.
  • Attended lab meetings to participate in research discussions.
  • Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.

Specimen Processing Technician

Abbott Laboratories Limited
Gretna, LA
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Receive and open specimens delivered to the laboratory for analysis.
  • Verified patient information against specimen labels to ensure accuracy.
  • Review and document the acceptability of the specimen and the chain of custody form.
  • Assign laboratory accessioning numbers, and aliquot specimens.
  • Clean and maintain the work area daily.
  • Inspect all trash bags once the aliquoting process is completed to ensure sample and document removal.
  • Process Triage requests.
  • Assist the Sample Handling area. Prepare samples for shipment.
  • Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring the confidentiality of donor information. Must comply with company policy.
  • Decontaminated and sterilized instruments, medical supplies, and equipment.
  • Performed environmental maintenance duties, and assisted in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing areas, operating rooms, and equipment storage.
  • Trained processing instructions for new workers.
  • Disposed of specimens after completed testing procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Mississippi Valley State University
Itta Bena, MS
05-2020

High School Diploma -

Norma C. Obannon High School
Greenville, MS
05-2016

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science

LSUHSC
New Orleans, LA

Skills

  • Phlebotomy
  • Patient Care
  • Laboratory
  • Blood collection
  • Medical records handling
  • Sample labeling
  • Medical terminology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Health and safety
  • Quality assurance
  • Specimen preparation
  • Data entry
  • Quality control
  • Medical office administration

Accomplishments

  • MVSU Private Fund Scholarship, 2018-2019
  • MVSU NSF HBCU-Up Scholarship, 2018
  • MVSU National Society of Leadership and Success, 2017-2019
  • MVSU Cheerleader, 2016-2018
  • MVSU Honors Scholar, 2018-2019
  • MVSU Student Support Services, 2017-2020

Certification

  • Certified Phlebotomist Technician (March 2023)

Timeline

Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics
03.2023 - Current

Specimen Technician

Quest Diagnostics
03.2022 - 03.2023

Extraction Technician

Abbott Laboratories Limited
08.2021 - 03.2022

Lab Assistant

Abbott Laboratories
01.2021 - 08.2021

Specimen Processing Technician

Abbott Laboratories Limited
01.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Mississippi Valley State University

High School Diploma -

Norma C. Obannon High School

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science

LSUHSC

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