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
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebtotomist
Mindlance (Quest Diagnostics PMP Site)
Plano, TX
09.2022 - Current
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Home Health Care Nurse
Chemana Home Health
Mesquite, TX
01.2022 - 08.2022
Provided physical assessments, medication and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising [Job title].
Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
Phlebotomist
Sanitas Medical Center
Mesquite, TX
02.2021 - 12.2021
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.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist Technician
Colon And Rectal Associates
Plano, TX
02.2005 - 12.2020
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
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