Emily Phipps
East Bend,NC
Summary
I have worked as a phlebotomist for almost 9 years. During this time I worked with all age groups and types of patients. I learned to operate lab equipment and how to properly store and transport samples. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Oak Street Health
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
Phlebotomist
American Red Cross
01.2017 - 06.2021
- Assembled and operated various laboratory equipment according to instructions
- Collected, stored and utilized samples of patient blood
- Processed an average of 20 patient samples daily for more than 4 years
- Uphold the highest standards in patient confidentiality
Phlebotomy Technician
Quest Diagnostics
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Floated to different locations each day
- Operated computer and lab equipment
- Took payments and collected debts
- Entered insurance information and confirmed eligibility
- Provided customer service to all age groups
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Accepted and processed customer payments in cash, credit cards and checks, checking for validity
- Obtain blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
- Follow infection-control and safety procedures in carrying out daily phlebotomy functions
- Prepare blood-collecting equipment, draw blood, and safely store and transport samples
- Obtained samples from all age groups
Phlebotomist
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Conducted tests such as blood counts with heel or finger stick capillary draws
- Verified matching tube, patient and test information, carefully checking all details at each stage
- Collected blood samples from patients for tests and transfusions
- Helped physicians' offices with diagnostic needs by prioritizing urgent tests
Education
High School Diploma -
Starmount High School
Boonville, NCHigh School Diploma -
Phlebotomy Wilkes Community College
Wilkesboro, NC03.2016
Skills
- Specimen collection
- Patient care
- Quality assurance storage
- Blood collection
- Venipuncture
- Capillary puncture
- Phlebotomy
- Vital Signs
- Medical Office Experience
- Laboratory Experience
- Medical Records
- Medical Scheduling
- ICD-10
- Epic
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Oak Street Health
10.2023 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
Quest Diagnostics
06.2021 - 10.2023
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
07.2019 - 12.2019
Phlebotomist
American Red Cross
01.2017 - 06.2021
Phlebotomist
Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Phlebotomy Wilkes Community College
High School Diploma -
Starmount High School
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