Erin Lingafelt

Responsibilities include

• Streamlined workflow processes to enhance operational efficiency within the lab.
• Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and adaptability under pressure situations.
• Enhanced patient experience by maintaining a professional and compassionate demeanor during blood collection procedures.
• Maintained high levels of accuracy in specimen labeling, ensuring proper identification for laboratory testing.
• Actively participated in continuing education programs to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in phlebotomy techniques.
• Improved safety standards through consistent adherence to infection control protocols and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while drawing blood samples, minimizing discomfort for patients and reducing errors in sample collection.
• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
• Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
• Ensured accurate specimen collection and processing to maintain lab integrity.

• Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
• Maintained high levels of accuracy in specimen labeling, ensuring proper identification for laboratory testing.
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while drawing blood samples, minimizing discomfort for patients and reducing errors in sample collection.
• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
• Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
• Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
• Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families during stressful situations, resulting in numerous positive reviews for the healthcare facility.
• Reduced patient wait time by streamlining the registration process and verifying insurance information promptly.
• Trained new staff on blood collection techniques and patient interaction procedures.

• Collected blood specimens using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Administered testosterone/ B12 injections to patients.
• Contacted patients with information regarding appointments.
• Therapeutic blood draws for patients with high hematocrit levels.
• Provided patients supplies for home injections.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.