Jennifer Faris
Dayton,OH
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist with broad experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Skilled in blood collection, specimen processing, and patient interaction to ensure comfort and accuracy during procedures. Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of safety and hygiene, leading to improved patient satisfaction and efficiency in sample collection processes. Known relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare environments. Strong abilities in patient care, quality control and data management make for efficient and safe blood collection procedures. Demonstrated skills in building rapport with diverse patients, ensuring comfort during venipuncture processes. Previous roles have resulted in increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction rates.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist Float
Labcorp of America Holdings
Dayton, Ohio
01.2015 - 11.2024
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
- Carrying out accurate, physician ordered requisitions
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Being compassionate and ethical with all my patients
- Making sure everything is safe and sterile for my job purposes.
- Input medical and insurance information into database for inclusion in patient records.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
Medical Assistant
Walnut Creek Nursing Facility
Dayton, OH
05.1999 - 09.2015
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Phlebotomist
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories
Dayton, Ohio
09.2009 - 01.2015
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
Education
Certified Phlebotomist And Certified CPR/AED - Medical Laboratory Science
Ohio Medical Career College
Dayton,Ohio09-2010
Skills
- EMR recordkeeping
- Patient confidentiality
- Medical records handling
- Venipuncture
- Quality assurance
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Health and safety
- Communication
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response training
- Patient care
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Patient support
Timeline
Phlebotomist Float
Labcorp of America Holdings
01.2015 - 11.2024
Phlebotomist
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories
09.2009 - 01.2015
Medical Assistant
Walnut Creek Nursing Facility
05.1999 - 09.2015
Certified Phlebotomist And Certified CPR/AED - Medical Laboratory Science
Ohio Medical Career College