Ebony Afraid Of Lightening
Rapid City,SD
Summary
Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 8 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
MED TECH
Department of Veterans Affairs
Ft.Meade SD
08.2021 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service with effective communication skills when interacting with patients.
- Ensured proper identification of patients through diligent verification of personal information before each blood draw procedure.
- Perform venipuncture using various techniques such as butterfly needles, straight needles, and fingerstick methods.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, using proper sanitation when cleaning equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples using proper centrifugation techniques, as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Labeled transfer tubes and follow exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Examined specimens using variety of instruments, including on the Coagucheck, Glucometer and the Clinitek.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessments on the Coagucheck, Glucometer and the Clinitek.
- Participated in lab meetings.
- Participate in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new procedures and CPR.
Donor Tech Supervisot
Vitalant
Rapid City, SD
09.2017 - 08.2021
- Screened potential donors for eligibility, ensuring safe and compliant donation procedures.
- Enhanced patient comfort by utilizing proper venipuncture techniques and adhering to safety protocols.
- Used an apheresis machine to collect blood products
- Assisted in training new technicians on best practices for blood collection procedures, ensuring consistent quality across the team.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various work settings, including , blood drives, and mobile collection units.
- Conducted daily quality control checks on equipment regularly, guaranteeing optimal performance during every procedure.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Packaged and shipped samples to central lab daily.
- Adhered to strict labeling practices to guarantee proper identification and traceability of all collected samples throughout the testing process.
- Maintained strict compliance with AABB standards, ensuring the highest level of safety for blood products.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures accurately, minimizing discomfort for donors during collection sessions.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate donor records through diligent data entry and documentation efforts.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment by adhering to strict sanitation protocols and industry standards.
- Trained and mentored new employees, promoted a positive work environment and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
Education
GED -
Rapid City Central HS
Rapid City, SD06-1996
Skills
- Venipuncture techniques
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Blood collection
- Patient safety
- Specimen labeling
- Customer service
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA regulations
- Sterilization techniques
- Infection control protocols
- Sanitation procedures
- Specimen collection
- Quality control procedures
- Sample collection
- Specimen processing
- Patient rapport
Timeline
MED TECH
Department of Veterans Affairs
08.2021 - Current
Donor Tech Supervisot
Vitalant
09.2017 - 08.2021
GED -
Rapid City Central HS
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