Johnnitta Ross
Kimbrough Clinic Fort Mead Military Base
Alexandria ,VA
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Dedicated and highly skilled certified phlebotomy technician with 8+ years of experience providing exceptional patient care in fast paced hospital , outpatient ,military healthcare and blood donor settings. Extensive experience in performing high volume venipunture. Strong back ground in patient identification and medical documentation. Recognized for professionalism, accuracy, efficiency, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Work History
Phlebotomist
4 Months- Work in accordance with military treatment facility procedures and Joint Commission requirements.
- perform venipuncture/blood collection using the appropriate techniques based on conditions.
- properly identify patients before specimen collection.
- prepare, process, and route specimens to the appropriate testing location.
- provide professional patient care and customer service in a fast paced outpatient military health care environment.
- accurately label blood specimens and ensure specimen are matched to the correct patient and laboratory orders
- Newborn screen and heel sticks
Phlebotomist/Lab Technician
11 Months- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of specimen collection and labeling procedures, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and minimizing errors.
- Collaborated with laboratory personnel to ensure timely processing of specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Collaborated with laboratory personnel to expedite processing of specimens for timely diagnostic testing.
- Entered and processed laboratory orders, adhering strictly to hospital protocol to ensure efficient workflow.
- Maintain compliance with infection control, safety, and quality standards
Phlebotomist/Donor Center Technician
1 Year 9 Months- perform donor health screenings and determine donor eligibility/qualifications.
- collect whole blood and blood components, including platelets/plasma collections
- perform apheresis procedures.
- recognize adverse donor reactions and respond promptly and appropriately
- properly identify donors and label blood specimens and blood products
- provided Doctors ordered treatment through therapeutic phlebotomy.
Phlebotomist(inpatient)
1 Year 6 Months- Executed inpatient venipuncture with strict adherence to aseptic technique to ensure patient safety
- Confirmed patient identification and test requisitions to facilitate accurate testing
- Preserved specimen integrity and addressed discrepancies to maintain diagnostic accuracy
Phlebotomist
1 Year 3 Months- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of specimens and patient information in electronic health systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to enhance specimen processing workflows, improving overall efficiency.
- Trained new phlebotomists on effective sample collection techniques and patient interaction protocols, fostering a supportive training environment.
Phlebotomist
2 Years 5 Months- Conducted newborn screenings, heel sticks, blood cultures, and routine draws to ensure accurate diagnosis and timely treatment
- Performed strep test in a clinical setting, urinalysis, stool cultures and flu testing
Phlebotomist/Donor Technician
- Set up, operate and disconnect automated plasmapheresis machines.
- Adherers to federal company regulations good manufacturing practices
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and detailed records of donor actions
- Cleans work areas, manages biohazardous waste, and keep the donation floor stocked .
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy
Skills
Venipuncture& blood collection
High Volume phlebotomy
Whole blood collection
Difficult draws
Laboratory safety & Quality assurance
Pediatric
adult and geriatric phlebotomy
Insurance verification
Time management
Appointment scheduling
Patient registration
Electronic medical records
processing specimens
Certification
Medca National Certification- expires 10/2026
Work History
01-2015
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Kimbrough Clinic Fort Mead Military Base
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Phlebotomist/Lab Technician
George Washington University Hospital
05.2025 - 04.2026Read More
Phlebotomist/Donor Center Technician
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
07.2023 - 04.2025Read More
Phlebotomist(inpatient)
Washington Hospital Center
01.2022 - 07.2023Read More
Phlebotomist
Anne Arundel Medical Center
12.2020 - 03.2022Read More
Phlebotomist
Northern Virginia Pediactrics
07.2017 - 12.2019Read More
Phlebotomist/Donor Technician
Octapharma Plasma Center
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Prevent First
Certificate of Technical Studies from Phlebotomy
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