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Dana Larsen

Warrenton

Summary

Well-qualified scheduling professional with good team management skills and motivational approach. Implements and manages effective scheduling practices.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

Columbia Memorial Hospital
10.2022 - Current
  • Checked blood and specimen collection orders for accuracy, notifying nurses or physicians if there were any discrepancies between the order and the nursing station logs
  • Used vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles to collect blood samples
  • Labeled vacutainer tubes correctly with the patient's name, date, and time of collection
  • Followed physician orders.
  • Stocked the appropriate supplies.
  • Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
  • Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
  • specifications.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.

Imaging Scheduler

Columbia Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 10.2022
  • Scheduled imaging appointments such as MRI, CT and Ultrasounds.
  • Managed patient communication, providing clear instructions and follow-up on procedures.
  • Coordinated with medical staff to confirm availability of imaging equipment and personnel.
  • Updated electronic health records.

In-Home Health Care Aide

NW Senior and Disability
05.2016 - 07.2019
  • Assisted elderly patient with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Accompanied patients on errands such as grocery shopping or trips to the post office.
  • Transported patient to medical appointments using wheelchair or motorized scooter when necessary.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing linens on beds and cleaning bathrooms.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.

Clinical Assistant

Siker Medical Imaging & Intervention
07.2008 - 09.2010
  • Scheduled patients for imaging such as MRI, CT and Ultrasound exams.
  • Scheduled patients for Interventional treatments.
  • Reassured nervous patients and listened to their concerns, offering support and compassion before procedures
  • Collected patient information for billing and insurance filing
  • Reviewed physician's calendar and scheduled patient appointments
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, answered questions, and helped doctors prepare for exams.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Conducted patient interviews and verified medical records to confirm test requisitions.

Medical Assistant

Surgical Clinic
09.2005 - 07.2008
  • In charge of general office duties, which included keeping track of medical records
  • Assisted in patient intake and medical history documentation.
  • Scheduled new and existing patients' appointments
  • Assisted physicians with patient follow-up
  • Checked medical insurance and gathered co-pays
  • Improved patient outcomes by educating them about procedures, medications, and other doctor's instructions.


Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

U.S. Renal Care
07.2000 - 09.2005
  • Measured and recorded patients pre and post dialysis statistics
  • Accessed fistulas, grafts and catheters
  • Monitored patients during treatments
  • Cleaned and disinfected hemodialysis machines and equipment
  • Started and ended reverse osmosis water systems and completed water quality monitoring systems
  • Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients.
  • Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
  • Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.

Education

Certificate - Dialysis Technology

Renal Care Group
Portland, OR
01.2000

License - Dental Radiologic Technology

Clatsop Community College
Astoria, OR
01.1997

Knappa High School
Astoria, OR
01.1995

Skills

  • Independent drive
  • Client support
  • Process improvement
  • Specimen labeling procedures
  • Ensuring patient privacy
  • Quality control guidelines
  • Organization
  • Detail-oriented
  • Regulatory adherence
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Paperwork Processing
  • Blood collection
  • Direct patient support
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Venipuncture proficiency
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED

Additional Information

Thank you for your interest. I look forward to speaking with you about my experience and love for patient care and phlebotomy.

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Columbia Memorial Hospital
10.2022 - Current

Imaging Scheduler

Columbia Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 10.2022

In-Home Health Care Aide

NW Senior and Disability
05.2016 - 07.2019

Clinical Assistant

Siker Medical Imaging & Intervention
07.2008 - 09.2010

Medical Assistant

Surgical Clinic
09.2005 - 07.2008

Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician

U.S. Renal Care
07.2000 - 09.2005

License - Dental Radiologic Technology

Clatsop Community College

Knappa High School

Certificate - Dialysis Technology

Renal Care Group

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