Irina Krivorot

Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant

PCP OFFICE

Brooklyn, NY

09.2019 - Current

Verifies patient information with two patient identifiers
Deciphers best method for obtaining blood sample depending on specific patient .
Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and fingersticks
Assists physicians with patient office visits which include, rooming patients, interviewing patients, recording vital signs including pulse rate, blood pressure, height and weight, and entering information in patient medical chart
Organizes exam rooms, including general cleaning, upkeep, and re-stocking of supplies
Performs administrative tasks, including form completions, referrals
Disposes of contaminated sharps in accordance with applicable laws, standards and policies
Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection; maintains daily tallies of collections performed
Maintains quality results by following department procedures and complying with legal regulations Practices infection control standards at all times when working with patients and equipment
Make appointments, call patients, check insurance information
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols
Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection
Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care
Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness