Jakira Walls
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Detailed-oriented medical professional, skilled in patient services and interpersonal skills, seeking a position where I can enhance my skills and growth through hands-on training and patient care interaction.
Efficient Specimen Processor known for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Possess specialized skills in sample handling, data entry accuracy, and compliance with laboratory protocols. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring seamless workflow and enhanced team collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Specimen Processor
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, Georgia, GA
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Processed specimens and prepared them for testing according to established procedures.
- Operated laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, pipettes, and microscopes.
- Recorded specimen data into laboratory information systems accurately and efficiently.
- Troubleshot technical issues that arose during the specimen processing process quickly and effectively.
- Packaged specimens properly for transport ensuring they remained intact throughout shipping process until arrival at destination laboratory site.
- Inspected containers for proper labeling and documentation prior to accessioning specimens.
- Conducted daily quality control checks on equipment used in specimen accessioning.
- Ensured accurate entry of data into laboratory information systems.
Specimen Collector
Flow Health
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Receive samples in the lab and collect samples in the clinical office
- Perform Covid-19 PCR, Rapid and Rapid Antigen testing
- Perform data entry to patients' electronic medical record
- Schedule appointments through LIMS and obtain payment authorization as needed to process patients for service
- Retrieve demographic and direct patients to the testing areas
- Provide documentation to all LIMS system logs
- Adhere to administrative duties and service preparation
- Order and maintain supplies weekly
- Sanitize workstations and equipment
- Ability to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production integrity of laboratory specimens
- Follow quality standards determined by the clinical laboratory
- Triage samples to determine what type of samples are received and TAT
- Comply with SOP, HIPPA and all federal policies, procedures and protocols
- Sanitize workstations and equipment.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Assume overall responsibility for the safety and security of designated areas
- Patrol designated areas in accordance with outlined security procedures
- Identify potential security risks and respond accordingly
- Complete incident reports and required documentation for all security incidents
- Ensure all employees and visitors have proper credentials for accessing buildings
- Respond to emergencies and incidents within designated areas promptly and according to policy
- Assist employees and visitors with any concerns they might have
- Monitor alarms and security cameras.
Medical Screener/Receptionist Technician
Medical Diagnostic Testing
07.2017 - 09.2018
- Responsible for greeting donors at the plasma collection center and conducting a series of registration procedures to qualify donors for the plasma pheresis process
- Explain to Donors the health screening process, the screening tests performed, the appointment system, donation fees, center policies, proper nutrition and any other information pertinent to the services being performed
- Assists donors with assessing the self-administered health history
- Direct donors to medical staff for health screening procedures
- Answer phones and direct calls accordingly
- Ensure accurate information is documented in the electronic information management system as outlined in the SOPs
- Maintain a clean efficient work environment and ensure sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed
- Follows all Health safety & environmental, occupational safety and health administration policies and procedures
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Atlanta, Georgia11.2020
High School Diploma - Vocational
Westlake High School
Atlanta, GA05.2019
Skills
- Leadership
- Specimen Collection
- Patient services
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Payment Processing
- Microsoft Software
- Data Entry
- HIPPA
Timeline
Specimen Processor
Emory University Hospital Midtown
10.2023 - 08.2024
Specimen Collector
Flow Health
03.2020 - 10.2023
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
09.2018 - 03.2020
Medical Screener/Receptionist Technician
Medical Diagnostic Testing
07.2017 - 09.2018
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
High School Diploma - Vocational
Westlake High School