India Kerr
Mansfield,TX
Summary
Reliable Phlebotomy Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient communication. Excels in maintaining accuracy under pressure, ensuring patient comfort during procedures, and adhering to all safety protocols. Strong interpersonal skills enable effective collaboration with healthcare team members to provide optimal patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Specialist
Medical City Arlington
Arlington, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Prepared and maintained phlebotomy equipment, including needles, tourniquets, gauze, cotton balls, and other supplies.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down surfaces and disposing of used materials properly.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision on patients of varying ages and health statuses.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Collected blood specimens for laboratory analysis according to established procedures.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper phlebotomy techniques and safety protocols.
- Labeled tubes accurately with patient's name, date of birth and other relevant information as required by the lab.
Lab Phlebotomist
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Collected specimens from pediatric and adult patients for laboratory testing
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies necessary for specimen collection.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations such as HIPAA, CLIA and OSHA standards.
- Administered vaccinations according to protocol guidelines while ensuring patient comfort during the process.
- Processed specimens accurately within established time frames.
- Provided assistance during blood drives by setting up stations, preparing paperwork, registering donors, collecting samples and delivering them to the lab for analysis.
- Performed basic clerical duties including filing, faxing documents and answering phones.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Grifols
Plasma Processes
Atlanta, GA
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Collected blood or tissue samples from patients for lab work.
- Analyzed results of tests for conformity to specifications.
- Inoculated bacteriological material with test organisms.
- Validated laboratory test processes for completeness and safety.
- Ensured all documentation related to the plasma process was accurate and up-to-date at all times.
- Maintained records of production activities including yields and waste amounts.
- Adjusted parameters on machines during production runs to improve product quality or efficiency levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School
Indianapolis, IN05-2006
Skills
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Specimen handling
- Diagnostic Testing
- Appointment Scheduling
- Lab Reporting
- Patient Monitoring
- Glucose Screening
- Quality Control
- Paperwork Processing
- HIPAA
Certification
- Phlebotomy Training Specialists (2019)
Timeline
Phlebotomy Specialist
Medical City Arlington
06.2023 - Current
Lab Phlebotomist
Grady Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 06.2023
Grifols
Plasma Processes
08.2017 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School