Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Completed thorough chart reviews to ensure proper documentation of all pertinent medical information.
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.
Supported quality assurance efforts by diligently documenting all relevant information during the collection process, ensuring accurate test results for patients and providers alike.
Collected, labeled, and processed blood samples for variety of tests, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to laboratory.
Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
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.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Phlebotomist/Certified Medical Assistant
Comprehensive Medical Services
09.2022 - 11.2023
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.
Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Education
Phlebotomist Certification - Science Education
Austin Phlebotomy School
Forest Hills, NY
03-2024
Graduate Certificate - Science
Allen's School of Science
Queens, NY
09-2021
High School Diploma -
Dinthill Technical High School
St. Catherine, Jamaica
06-1998
Skills
Medical terminology
Immunization administration
HIPAA compliance
Laboratory specimen collection
Certification
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT).
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
CPR/AED Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Pediatric Training - Northwell Goheath Urgent Care [2024]
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Medical Assistant
Northwell Gohealth Urgent Care
12.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist/Certified Medical Assistant
Comprehensive Medical Services
09.2022 - 11.2023
Phlebotomist Certification - Science Education
Austin Phlebotomy School
Graduate Certificate - Science
Allen's School of Science
High School Diploma -
Dinthill Technical High School
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