Danielle Byrne
Menifee,CA
Summary
Dependable Phlebotomist effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work, 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
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
STGinternational
08.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Phlebotomy Instructor
Healthstaff Training Institute
02.2022 - Current
- Supported students with one-on-one coaching in career pursuits and post-program next steps.
- Maintained up-to-date [CA] Phlebotomy Technician certification to sustain program relevance.
- Taught hands-on and didactic portions of lab-based courses in adherence with IEC standards for curriculum development.
- Kept up-to-date with journals and publications to maintain awareness of trends in field and provide robust lesson content.
- Coached students on individual level with patience and positive reinforcement.
- Upheld classroom rules and regulations according to campus and department guidelines.
- Gathered and reported attendance records according to school and program protocols.
Area Supervisor/Phlebotomy Technician
American Forensic Nurses
02.2014 - Current
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Determined performance benchmarks and completed ongoing evaluation of employee work.
- Tracked hours and inventory usage, and prepared associated reports.
- Planned sequence of operations and established schedule.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
Phlebotomy Technician
Southwest Healthcare System
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Phlebotomy Intern
LabCorp
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- 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.
Education
CPT - Phlebotomy
US Colleges of Health And Human Services
Riverside, CA11.2013
Skills
- Infection Control
- Patient Confidentiality
- HIPAA
- Patient Care
- Blood collection techniques
- Quality Control
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Empathy and compassion
- Data Entry
Timeline
Phlebotomist
STGinternational
08.2022 - Current
Phlebotomy Instructor
Healthstaff Training Institute
02.2022 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
Southwest Healthcare System
02.2018 - 02.2019
Area Supervisor/Phlebotomy Technician
American Forensic Nurses
02.2014 - Current
Phlebotomy Intern
LabCorp
06.2013 - 07.2013
CPT - Phlebotomy
US Colleges of Health And Human Services
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