Heather Johnson

Work History

Lead Phlebotomy Instructor

CALRegional

Marysville, CA

08.2022 - 01.2024

Instructed phlebotomy using interactive lectures and hands-on skills instruction in lab.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Practiced learner-centered instruction with goal of helping students succeed and continually learn.
Kept records on student attendance and academic performance as well as emergency contacts and waivers in case of adverse laboratory events.
Helped keep facility in compliance with school system guidelines and OSHA requirements.
Evaluated and monitored progress of 22 students to promote positive outcomes.

Phlebotomist

Adventist Health And Rideout

Marysville, CA

04.2014 - 08.2022

Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information.
Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
Input medical and insurance information into database for inclusion in patient records.
Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
Mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols.

Phlebotomist

LabCorp

Sacramento, CA

10.2011 - 04.2014

Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information.
Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Input medical and insurance information into database for inclusion in patient records.
Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
Mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols.

Phlebotomist

Palo Alto VA Medical Center

Palo Alto, CA

03.2010 - 09.2011

Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Lead Phlebotomy Instructor

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist

Education

Phlebotomy

Skills

Certification

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