Kahlia King
Medical Assistant And Phlebotomist
Killeen,TX
Summary
Skilled Phlebotomist with more than 4 years of experience in fast-paced hospitals. Expert in quickly and accurately collecting specimens using variety of venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques. Exceptional bedside manner and adept in easing patients' fears or anxieties.. Dependable medical anssistant effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Phlebotomist Technician
A-Team Solutions
Temple, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve phlebotomy processes.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
Phlebotomy Technician
CSL Plasma
Temple, TX
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Promoted mission, vision, and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
Medical Assistant
Comanche Community Hospital
Cache, OK
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Education
Associates - Medical Assistant And Phlebotomy
Platt College - Moore
Oklahoma City, OK 02.2017 - 11.2017
Skills
Blood specimen storage
Measuring vital statistics
Infection Control
Health education
Venipuncture
Sample and specimen collection
Recording data
Patient confidentiality
Time management
Quality control guidelines
Specimen labeling procedures
Diagnostic Testing
Medical records review
Medical office administration
Staff Management
Medical Records Management
Teambuilding
Organization and Time Management
Dependable and Responsible
Training and Development
Certification
PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
Phlebotomist Technician
A-Team Solutions
08.2021 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
CSL Plasma
01.2020 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Comanche Community Hospital
03.2018 - 01.2020
Certified [Medical assistant ], [Platt College] - 4years
02-2018
PT - Phlebotomy Technician
01-2018
Associates - Medical Assistant And Phlebotomy
Platt College - Moore
02.2017 - 11.2017