Jessica Hamelly
Stoneboro,PA
Summary
Looking for a position as a phlebotomist where I can continue to develop and enhance my skills and knowledge
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
UPMC
11.2015
- Collected blood and urine specimen
- Maintained patient HIPPA
- EKG performed on the patients
- Learn how to put patients information in computer and to look up the test if you need to see what tubes and how to process it.
- 100 Hour Internship
Phlebotomist/float
Acl/quest Diagnostic
08.2024 - Current
- Collected blood samples following established safety protocols and procedures
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis ensuring accuracy in labeling
- Assisted patients in understanding procedures, reducing anxiety and enhancing experience
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to promote a safe environment
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure timely processing of samples
- Trained new staff on phlebotomy techniques and patient interaction best practices
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, facilitating efficient operations and resource management
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient flow and reduced wait times
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
- Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Supported quality assurance efforts by diligently documenting all relevant information during the collection process, ensuring accurate test results for patients and providers alike.
- Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
- Contributed to the development of phlebotomy training materials, enhancing the skillset of new employees and improving overall team performance.
- Adapted to diverse patient needs by employing variety of blood collection techniques.
- Supported laboratory technicians by preparing and organizing samples for analysis, facilitating smoother workflow.
- Improved patient comfort and trust with compassionate communication and professional bedside manner.
- Collected, labeled, and processed blood samples for variety of tests, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to laboratory.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Biomedical Laboratory
08.2023 - 03.2024
- I traveled to different nursing homes collecting specimens
- Verified the resident by paperwork and schedule
- I drawn the right tubes placed in proper specimen bags and transported back to the lab to be processed
- I keep track of my hours and mileage daily.
Phlebotomist Psr
Labcorp
04.2023 - 2024
- Collected blood specimens using venipuncture and capillary techniques in accordance with safety protocols.
- Ensured accurate labeling and handling of samples to maintain integrity for laboratory testing.
- Maintained sterile environment by adhering to infection control standards during procedures.
- Assisted patients in understanding procedures, addressing concerns to enhance comfort and cooperation.
- Documented patient information and test results efficiently within electronic health record systems.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced specimen errors in collection stages.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
Phlebotomist
AHN St,Vincent
12.2022 - 09.2023
Phlebotomist
AGH west Penn hospital
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Collected blood and urine specimen
- Collected stool samples and labeled specimens
- Finger & heel punctures
- Blood cultures
- Stock supplies
- Order labs
- Look up patients orders in the computer
- Collect urine samples and instruct patients how to collect in proper ways ex clean caught.
- Verified right patient D.O.B
- Instructed on drug screens collected specimens and with id etc.
- Transported specimens to lab.
- Drawn on patients in house for morning routine labs.
Mobile Examiner phlebotomist medical assistant
Quest Diagnostic ExamOne
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Collect blood and urine specimens from the clients
- Also paramedical exams for insurance policies
- Height weight vitals fax the paperwork and prepare specimens to be shipped out
- Speciality draws to be shipped out same day
- Health fair for example Walmart cholesterol and blood sugar test
- I do a lot of traveling in my own vehicle
Phlebotomist / Clerical
Grove City Medical Center
05.2015 - 12.2018
- Order labs
- Register patients by insurance
- Collect blood and label specimens
- Call physician’s offices for diagnosis codes
- Complete drug screenings
- Communicate with customers and employees concerning complaints, information, and orders
- Responsible for maintaining storage areas
UPMC Horizon Greenville/Farrell
12.2016 - 05.2016
Hometown Medical Care
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Front office duties including scheduling appointments for office and tests, answering telephone, copying and faxing documents
- Responsible for obtaining medical history
- Obtained vital signs
- Assisted doctor with medical procedures
- Sanitized instruments
- Prepared exam rooms
- Prepared specimen for lab transportation
- Internship
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Laurel Technical Institute
Sharon, PA12.2015
Certified Nurses Aid - undefined
Health Link Services
Hermitage, PA05.2014
Associate Degree - Medical Assistant
Sanford-Brown Institute
Pittsburgh, PA10.2012
Skills
- Venipuncture and capillary blood tests
- Proficient in lab equipment operations
- Data entry
- Perform routine laboratory tests
- Excellent in providing patient and donor care
- Tracking collected blood specimens
- Capable of routine office procedures including insurance forms
- Current Act 34 clearance, CPR certification, Certification of completion: confidentiality, compliance, and Ethics 2012
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Butterfly needle technique
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Blood collection techniques
- Venipuncture expertise
- Specimen labeling procedures
- HIPAA
- Patient support
- Blood culture collection
- Capillary puncture
- Specimen preparation
- Infection control
- Quality control
- Paperwork processing
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Recording data
- Patient preparation
- Sample storage
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Skin puncture
Timeline
Phlebotomist/float
Acl/quest Diagnostic
08.2024 - Current
Mobile Phlebotomist
Biomedical Laboratory
08.2023 - 03.2024
Phlebotomist Psr
Labcorp
04.2023 - 2024
Phlebotomist
AHN St,Vincent
12.2022 - 09.2023
Phlebotomist
AGH west Penn hospital
07.2022 - 11.2022
Mobile Examiner phlebotomist medical assistant
Quest Diagnostic ExamOne
05.2018 - 01.2020
UPMC Horizon Greenville/Farrell
12.2016 - 05.2016
UPMC
11.2015
Phlebotomist / Clerical
Grove City Medical Center
05.2015 - 12.2018
Hometown Medical Care
05.2012 - 08.2012
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Laurel Technical Institute
Certified Nurses Aid - undefined
Health Link Services
Associate Degree - Medical Assistant
Sanford-Brown Institute