Dawn Parker
Bristow,VA
Summary
Highly accomplished Phlebotomist with 27 years of progressive experience in high volume hospital and clinical laboratory settings. Proven expertise in venipuncture techniques for patients of all ages, maintaining a 98% success rate with a strong focus on safety, accuracy and efficiency. Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while ensuring meticulous specimen integrity and compliance with all regulatory standards.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Lab Assistant III
UVA Community Health OBGYN/Urology
10.2025 - Current
- Collect blood samples and other specimens, such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs, for laboratory testing
- Prepare specimens for laboratory testing and reference laboratory dispatch
- Perform screening tests and report results by identifying the best methods for retrieving blood samples and other specimens including maternity 21 and inheritance tests
- Utilize EPIC/Meditech/Mobilab/LabCorp Accudraw/Clintek and Bioreference Laboratories for accurate test order entry, charge capture and research regarding sending and receiving patient medical records, test results, processing referral information, and obtaining laboratory and X-ray reports
- Achieved 98% patient satisfaction rate by ensuring patient comfort and maintaining a calm bedside manner.
- Reduced anxiety by 25% through clear procedure explanations and distraction techniques.
- Maintained a high first-attempt success rate, minimizing patient discomfort and improving workflow efficiency.
- Eased patient discomfort with pain reducing needle techniques, decreasing syncopal episodes by at least 30%.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Actively participate in continuous performance improvement, leading safety initiatives and serving as a resource for specimen receiving issues
- Support pathology, ensuring proper sample labeling, distribution, and managing supplies
- Increased accuracy of test results through meticulous attention to detail in specimen handling and analysis.
- Supported quality assurance initiatives, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and best practices within the laboratory setting.
- Supported operations across Hematology, Urinalysis, and Microbiology departments.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to support diagnostic procedures and ensure patient safety.
- Maintained a high level of lab safety with strict adherence to established protocols and guidelines.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with colleagues across multiple disciplines for seamless interdepartmental communication
Gen ED, Homebound and Alt Science Education Teacher
LCPS, ACPS, DCPS, FCPS, Fulton/ Dekalb PS
02.2004 - 11.2025
- Perform the instructional and classroom management processes according to local government laws
- Increased Science SOL/standardized testing pass rates by 25%
- Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency
Phlebotomist
Fauquier Health System
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Collected blood samples and other specimens, such as urine, sputum, and throat swabs, for laboratory testing
- Achieved 98% patient satisfaction rate by ensuring patient comfort and maintaining a calm bedside manner.
- Reduced anxiety by 25% through clear procedure explanations and distraction techniques.
- Maintained a high first-attempt success rate, minimizing patient discomfort and improving workflow efficiency.
- Eased patient discomfort with pain reducing needle techniques, decreasing syncopal episodes by at least 30%.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and reference laboratory dispatch
- Performed screening tests and report the results
- Identify the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens
- Used Meditech/Mobilab order entry regarding sending and receiving patient medical records, test results, processing referral information, and obtaining laboratory and X-ray reports. Actively participate in continuous
- Encouraged performance improvement, leading safety initiatives and serving as a resource for specimen receiving issues
- Supported pathology, ensuring proper sample labeling and distribution, and managing supplies
Health Educator 3/Lab Tech 2/Phlebotomist
Inova Health System/NRI Staffing/Mercy-Med Labs Diagnostics
11.2017 - 10.2021
- Performed both qualitative and quantitative data analysis regarding N-95 respirator mask efficacy for employees
- Health promotion to prevent respiratory infection among clinical staff
- Conducted Heart Health, Metabolic, Cholesterol, Glucose, DermaView Facial, Bone Density and Vision Screenings and analyzed the data from my findings
- Collected specimens according to established testing protocols including Natera/Panorama and other Health, DNA and Genetic test kits
- Used EPIC/Carefusion and Soft ID programs/software to perform laboratory testing during morning run lab collections
- Utilized venipuncture/capillary techniques; accurately labeling and processing the specimens to ensure accurate patient results
- Provided excellent customer service using AIDET principles
- Researched test/client information utilizing lab computer system or Directory of Service
- Labeled, centrifuged, split, and froze specimens as required by test order
- Processed blood specimens using preservatives or anti-coagulants as required by test procedures
- Package specimens for transport
Pat Care Tech II/Rad Scheduler II/ Secretary/ Unit Sec/ED Technician II
Northside Hosp/Wellstar Cobb Hosp
06.1999 - 12.2010
- Measured patient vital signs, int. removal and Foley Catheter insertion, infant PKU’s
- Performed phlebotomy venipunctures, EKG’s, orthopedic splints, patient transport
- Medical transcription/dictation, patient check in and check out, patient billing (ICD9-10/CPT codes) and order entry/charge capture within the Cardiology Department
- Scheduled diagnostic exams within the Radiology Department in a call center environment via a computer database
- Participated in activities related to emergency preparedness, MSDS regulations and the handling of hazardous materials
Education
Master of Public Health - undefined
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Studies – Biology and Health Sciences
Clayton State University
Morrow, GA12.2001
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- HIPAA compliance
- Adaptable to change
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- Virginia (VA) Licensed Science Teacher June 2010 – June 2032
- Phlebotomy Certification June 2016
- PBT(ASCP)CM Obtained August 2017
Timeline
Clinical Lab Assistant III
UVA Community Health OBGYN/Urology
10.2025 - Current
Phlebotomist
Fauquier Health System
07.2024 - 11.2024
Health Educator 3/Lab Tech 2/Phlebotomist
Inova Health System/NRI Staffing/Mercy-Med Labs Diagnostics
11.2017 - 10.2021
Gen ED, Homebound and Alt Science Education Teacher
LCPS, ACPS, DCPS, FCPS, Fulton/ Dekalb PS
02.2004 - 11.2025
Pat Care Tech II/Rad Scheduler II/ Secretary/ Unit Sec/ED Technician II
Northside Hosp/Wellstar Cobb Hosp
06.1999 - 12.2010
Master of Public Health - undefined
Benedictine University
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Studies – Biology and Health Sciences
Clayton State University