Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Coordinator
MAHEC
Asheville, NC
02.2021 - Current
Trained new employees on proper laboratory techniques and safety protocols.
Supervised laboratory operations and safety protocols implementation.
Served as the experienced Phlebotomist (newborns-geriatrics)
Performed CLIA waived testing (HgB, Glucose, a1C, strep A, Mono, COVID, FLU, UA w/o micro, Microalbumins, UPTs)
Experince in COLA waived testing (GeneXpert- COVID/FLU/RSV, Strep A PCR)
Troubleshot problems at all locations within organization
Organized and supervised the daily activities of the laboratory staff, including assigning tasks and providing instruction.
Performed regular maintenance on lab equipment, including calibrating instruments, troubleshooting malfunctions, and ordering supplies as needed.
Participated in meetings with other departments to discuss potential collaborations involving use of laboratory facilities.
Aided as a primary contact as organization onboarded new reference lab
Medical Assistant
MAHEC
Asheville, NC
11.2015 - 02.2021
Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Adhered to strict HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
CNA
Carolina Village Care Center
Hendersonville, NC
05.2013 - 05.2018
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Transported residents within the facility as needed.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through regular repositioning of immobile patients.
Education
Medical Assisting And Phlebotomy
WNC EduTech
Columbus, NC
08-2015
Phlebotomy
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC
05-2015
High School Diploma -
North Henderson High School
Hendersonville, NC
05-2013
Skills
Problem-solving abilities
Teamwork and Collaboration
Multitasking
Excellent Communication
Staff Training
Timeline
Lab Coordinator
MAHEC
02.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant
MAHEC
11.2015 - 02.2021
CNA
Carolina Village Care Center
05.2013 - 05.2018
Medical Assisting And Phlebotomy
WNC EduTech
Phlebotomy
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
North Henderson High School
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