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Erika Harris

Columbia,SC

Summary

Dedicated young professional eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Lab Assistant

Pathology Consultants
Columbia, SC
08.2023 - Current
  • Sectioned frozen tissue to produce slides for diagnosis.
  • Recorded number of tissue blocks and verified proper identification and labeling.
  • Disposed of specimens after completed testing procedures.
  • Archived histologic slides and blocks.

Phlebotomist Technician

The Blood Connection
Lexington, South Carolina
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs.
  • Delivered quality patient care by easing fears, appropriately monitoring reactions, and completing the timely collection of specimens.
  • Labeled, prepared, and packaged specimens for courier transport.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vitals, and other equipment.
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers, and self.
  • Mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols.

Admissions Team Member

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
Columbia, South Carolina
01.2018 - 09.2021
  • Led tours for guests and student groups to highlight zoo features and promote memberships.
  • Interacted daily with diverse groups and processed transactions for park entry.
  • Assisted with the interview process, orientation, and training of new staff members.

Concierge

Discovery Village At Sandhills
Columbia , South Carolina
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • Maintained front desk area, greeted guests, organized residential mail, and managed work orders for residents.
  • Primary point person between facility and medical professionals.
  • Facilitated visitor requests for dining and tourist attractions and arranged transportation.

Education

Continuing Education Program - Phlebotomy

Midlands Technical College
West Columbia, SC
06.2021

High School Diploma -

Spring Valley High School
Columbia, SC
06.2016

Skills

  • Data analysis and entry
  • Patient Communication/Relations
  • Training and Mentorship
  • First aid and safety
  • Customer service
  • Hemoglobin testing
  • Venipunctures

Volunteer Experience

HOPE Worldwide, 2010-present

Assisted in the annual Christmas Toy Drives, stocked goods at local food pantries, organized supplies at Her House, and provided care to the elderly for the annual MLK Day or Service. 

Timeline

Lab Assistant

Pathology Consultants
08.2023 - Current

Phlebotomist Technician

The Blood Connection
09.2021 - 06.2023

Concierge

Discovery Village At Sandhills
12.2020 - 02.2021

Admissions Team Member

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden
01.2018 - 09.2021

Continuing Education Program - Phlebotomy

Midlands Technical College

High School Diploma -

Spring Valley High School

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