Jhalesiya Grant
Summary
Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Holycrosshealth
Germantown, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Flushed intravenous lines with saline to prevent blockages.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Site Lead
Quest Diagnostics
Bethesda , MD
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information.
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
Phlebotomist
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore , MD
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Phlebotomist
Labcorp
College Park, MD
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Offered snacks and beverages to blood and plasma donors to maintain proper sugar levels.
Receptionist
Senior Smile
Bethesda, MD
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Transmitted information or documents to customers through email, mailings or facsimile machine.
- Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
Phlebotomist
Red Cross
Gaithersburg, MD
05.2017 - 10.2019
- Greeted donors and provided information to answer questions about the donation process.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available at the unit prior to collection sessions.
- Collected donor data, verified accuracy of records, and updated existing files with new information.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
Education
Associate of Science -
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD06-2025
PBT(ASCP) - Phlebotomy
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC12-2019
Skills
- Paperwork Processing
- Donor Screening
- Data Entry
- Venipuncture
- Infection Control
- Patient Support
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Holycrosshealth
07.2023 - Current
Site Lead
Quest Diagnostics
08.2022 - 08.2023
Phlebotomist
Johns Hopkins Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022
Phlebotomist
Labcorp
01.2021 - 02.2022
Receptionist
Senior Smile
10.2019 - 11.2020
Phlebotomist
Red Cross
05.2017 - 10.2019
Associate of Science -
Montgomery College
PBT(ASCP) - Phlebotomy
Central Carolina Community College