Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

CHRISTINA LINDSAY

Stamford,CT

Summary

Highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professional with experience as a Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomist and CNA working in diverse environments, including care of mental health and substance abuse patients. QUALIFICATIONS Highly-focused, with a strict attention to detail and accuracy. Unbridled passion for enriching patients’ lives. Excellent team collaboration skills Highly level of personal energy and enthusiasm. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 15-years background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • 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.

Phlebotomist

Mindlance INC, Quest Diagnostics
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Float
  • Under the direction of the supervisor, perform daily activities of the Patient service Center/In-office
  • Phlebotomy accurately and in a timely manner
  • Maintain a safe and professional environment
  • Performs with confidence, both the forensic and clinical specimen collection and processing duties following established practices and procedures
  • Maintain required records and documentation
  • Demonstrates organizational commitment and promotes a positive image to patients, clients, employees and the public in general.

MOBILE PHLEBOTOMIST

U.S. LABORATORIES
12.2016 - 08.2017
  • Obtained blood specimens via venipuncture and micro-collection
  • Handled the processing, transport and labeling of specimens
  • Addressed patients’ emotional issues
  • Ensured compliance with policies, procedures and safety standards.

PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

BRIDGEPORT HOSPITAL
03.2008 - 01.2017
  • Floated through various medical units including orthopedics, substance abuse and mental health
  • Worked in partnership with care team
  • Provided input into initial assessments and care plans
  • Tracked, monitored and documented patient status
  • Took patients’ vitals and performed EKGs and phlebotomy
  • Focused on creating a positive patient and family experience
  • Served as an ambassador of the hospital, living its values and contributing to its brand and image.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

JEWISH HOME FOR THE ELDERLY
07.2005 - 12.2005
  • Helped patients by supporting personal hygiene and activities of daily living needs
  • Provided comfort, transportation and vital sign monitoring
  • Maintained patients’ stability by checking weight, testing urine, recording intake and output information, assistance in ambulation, etc.

Education

High School Diploma -

BASSICK HIGH SCHOOL, Bridgeport, CT
06.1992

Skills

  • Pre-Surgical Preparation
  • Standard Methods
  • Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
  • Circulating Nursing
  • Specimen Labeling Procedures
  • Phlebotomy Procedures
  • Setting Up Equipment
  • Infection Control

Certification

PCT; CNA; Phlebotomist

Timeline

Phlebotomist - Quest Diagnostics
10.2021 - 05.2022
Phlebotomist - Mindlance INC, Quest Diagnostics
09.2018 - 05.2019
MOBILE PHLEBOTOMIST - U.S. LABORATORIES
12.2016 - 08.2017
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - BRIDGEPORT HOSPITAL
03.2008 - 01.2017
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - JEWISH HOME FOR THE ELDERLY
07.2005 - 12.2005
BASSICK HIGH SCHOOL - High School Diploma,

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