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Julie Tarm

Wichita,KS

Summary

Compassionate phlebotomist with proven expertise at Labcorp in specimen handling and patient care. Demonstrated adaptability and accuracy in blood draws across diverse populations, ensuring timely results and compliance with HIPAA standards. Skilled in venipuncture and fostering positive patient experiences through effective communication and support.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

Labcorp
01.2023 - 11.2024
  • 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.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.

Nurse / Lab Tech

Internal Medicine Specialists
06.1996 - 12.2016
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Accounting Assistant

Conoco
08.1983 - 10.1986
  • 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.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.

Shift Lead

Dairy Queen
06.1987 - 12.1992
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
  • Oversaw cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation at all times.
  • Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.

Waitress

Donovans
08.1990 - 12.1991
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.

Education

Associate Of Arts - Computer Science

Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KS
1997

Skills

  • Venipuncture
  • Order of draw
  • Patient care
  • Specimen handling
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • Butterfly needle technique
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Blood culture collection
  • Capillary puncture
  • Data entry
  • Specimen preparation
  • Infection control
  • Quality control
  • Pediatric phlebotomy
  • Syringe method
  • Geriatric phlebotomy

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Labcorp
01.2023 - 11.2024

Nurse / Lab Tech

Internal Medicine Specialists
06.1996 - 12.2016

Waitress

Donovans
08.1990 - 12.1991

Shift Lead

Dairy Queen
06.1987 - 12.1992

Accounting Assistant

Conoco
08.1983 - 10.1986

Associate Of Arts - Computer Science

Hutchinson Community College

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