
Accomplished Phlebotomist with extensive experience at Quest Diagnostics, adept in venipuncture and capillary techniques across all age groups. Excelled in training and mentoring new hires, enhancing patient care through effective communication. Demonstrates strong leadership in technician oversight and operates proficiently in both team and independent settings. Skilled in specimen collection and laboratory protocols, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency in patient records documentation
• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
◦ Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
▪ Conducted basic assessments to confirm viability for plastic surgery
▪ Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
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▪ Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
▪ Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
▪ Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
▪ Organized daily work based on collection priority.
▪ Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.