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Christina PAYTON

DEFIANCE,OH

Summary

Veteran Phlebotomist with proven track record of excellence working in clinic and mobile settings. Expert in all aspects of venipuncture with success in working with difficult or needle-adverse individuals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

Bon Secours Mercy Health
11.2018 - Current
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Contributed to positive patient experiences through empathetic communication skills during blood draws and sample collections.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Handled difficult venipuncture situations skillfully, adapting techniques as needed based on individual patient needs or anatomy variations.

Phlebotomist

Pathology Laboratories
09.2015 - 02.2018
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
  • Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.

Phlebotomist

Paulding Hospital
02.2014 - 03.2015
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.

Phlbetomist

Fulton County Health Center
02.2007 - 07.2013
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.

Phlebotomist

Medi Lab
04.2004 - 03.2007
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

Education

GED -

Four County Career Center
Archbold, OH

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Four County Career Center
Archbold, OH

Skills

Venipuncture

Order of draw

Patient Care

Specimen handling

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Bon Secours Mercy Health
11.2018 - Current

Phlebotomist

Pathology Laboratories
09.2015 - 02.2018

Phlebotomist

Paulding Hospital
02.2014 - 03.2015

Phlbetomist

Fulton County Health Center
02.2007 - 07.2013

Phlebotomist

Medi Lab
04.2004 - 03.2007

GED -

Four County Career Center

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Four County Career Center
Christina PAYTON