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Jessica Conner

Sulphur,LA

Summary

Competent Phlebotomy Technician with five years of experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced hospital and clinic settings. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Proven willingness to take on any task to help my patients, my team and help business succeed. Love a challenge and always eager to learn more about the medical field. Excellent patient-relations skills and patient privacy. Known for a gentle touch and the ability to alleviate patients anxieties.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomy Technician

Ochsner Oncology/Hematology
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Promoted mission, vision, and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
  • Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.

Phlebotomy Technician

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital For Women
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Promoted mission, vision, and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
  • Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
  • Responsible for collecting PKU's on newborn and NICU infants.

Phlebotomy Technician

Dequincy Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Promoted mission, vision, and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
  • Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
  • Performed Covid-19 PCR tests, Rapid tests, IGM, IGG Tests as well as Covid-19 storage.
  • Skilled in performing EKG/ECG testing.

Education

Certification in Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy

Inspire Professional Solutions
Sulphur, LA
07.2019

GED -

Cameron Community Action Agency
Cameron, La
10.2001

Skills

  • Hazardous Waste and Disposal
  • Biohazardous Waste Disposal
  • Sanitation and Sterilization
  • Blood Sample Collection
  • Sharps Disposal
  • Donor Screening
  • Quality Control
  • Quality Control Guidelines
  • Time Management
  • Patient Confidentiality
  • Phlebotomy Functions
  • File Documents
  • Chronic Disorders
  • Heel Sticks
  • Health Education
  • Therapeutic Phlebotomy
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Staff Management
  • Specimen Labeling Procedures
  • Data Entry
  • Tracking Specimens
  • Manual and Finger Dexterity
  • Specimen Collection
  • Medical Records Maintenance
  • Stress Management
  • Infection Control
  • Federal Laws
  • On-Site Testing
  • Clinical Pathology
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Active Listening
  • Blood Transfusions
  • Patient Support
  • Drawing Blood
  • Data Security
  • Measuring Vital Statistics
  • Processing Specimens
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Epic Software
  • Data Recording
  • Specimen Collection and Storage
  • Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture
  • Patient Data Management Systems
  • Specimen Transport
  • Secure Biohazards
  • Creative Thinking
  • Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use
  • Package Specimens
  • Project Requirements
  • Invoice Statements
  • MEDITECH Software
  • Biohazard Policy Compliance
  • Strategic Methods
  • Maintaining Confidentiality
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • Patient Identification
  • Client Satisfaction
  • Sample and Form Matching
  • Goal Minded
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Conduct Tests
  • Computerized Tracking
  • Urinalysis Testing
  • Equipment and Supply Inspections
  • Safety Assurance
  • Donor Suitability Determination
  • Insurance Information Collection
  • Fluid and Tissue Disposal
  • Peak and Trough Tests
  • Laboratory Information System (LIS)
  • Medical Screening
  • Answering Questions
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Finger Stick Method
  • Collect Samples
  • Clerical Support
  • Calibrate Equipment
  • Preparing Devices
  • Medical History Taking
  • Supply Requisition and Inventory
  • Staff Phlebotomy Training
  • EMR Systems
  • Venipuncture
  • HIPAA

Timeline

Phlebotomy Technician

Ochsner Oncology/Hematology
08.2022 - 07.2023

Phlebotomy Technician

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital For Women
09.2021 - 08.2022

Phlebotomy Technician

Dequincy Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2021

Certification in Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy

Inspire Professional Solutions

GED -

Cameron Community Action Agency

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