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Kari Schweizer

Summary

Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR, including Cerner Sunrise and Epic maintenance. Veteran Phlebotomist with proven track record of excellence working in clinic and mobile settings. Expert in all aspects of venipuncture with success in working with difficult or needle-adverse individuals. Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Collector/Certified Phlebotomist

Gravity Diagnostics
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Collect urine samples for toxicology screening.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Stocked and ordered laboratory with appropriate supplies.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.

Certified Phlebotomist Technician

PathGroup
09.2022 - 01.2023


  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Stocked and ordered laboratory with appropriate supplies.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.

Lab Assistant II

Orlando Health
05.2017 - 06.2022
  • Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
  • Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
  • Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
  • Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
  • Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
  • Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system (Cerner and Epic).
  • Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.

Donor Service Specialist

OneBlood
07.2016 - 04.2017


  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Stocked blood donation bus with appropriate supplies.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
  • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.

Medical Assistant

Calla SlimSpa
12.2012 - 07.2016
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure, heart rate, and weight.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Administered injections
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.

Education

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Training Center
Winter Park, FL
03.2016

No Degree - Medical Assisting

Lincoln Technical Institute - Fern Park
Casselberry, FL
05.2011

Skills

  • Patient Relations
  • Client Satisfaction
  • Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
  • Medical History Taking
  • Patient Identification
  • Donor Screening
  • Measuring Vital Statistics
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Sample and Form Matching
  • Medical Office Administration
  • Medical Screening
  • Time Management
  • Epic Software
  • Safety Assurance
  • Supply Requisition and Inventory
  • Processing Specimens
  • Package Specimens
  • Staff Phlebotomy Training
  • Phlebotomy Functions; venipuncture capillary puncture, heel stick, blood cultures
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Specimen Labeling Procedures
  • Maintaining Confidentiality
  • Sharps Disposal
  • Goal Minded
  • Laboratory Information System (LIS)
  • Specimen Collection and Storage
  • Patient History Documentation
  • Suture Removal
  • HIPAA
  • Sanitation and Sterilization
  • File Documents
  • Specimen Collection
  • Biohazard Waste Disposal
  • On-Site Testing
  • Urinalysis Testing
  • Insurance Information Collection
  • EMR Systems
  • Pulse Oximetry

Certification

  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician CPT (ASPT)

Timeline

Collector/Certified Phlebotomist

Gravity Diagnostics
01.2023 - 08.2023

Certified Phlebotomist Technician

PathGroup
09.2022 - 01.2023

Lab Assistant II

Orlando Health
05.2017 - 06.2022

Donor Service Specialist

OneBlood
07.2016 - 04.2017

Medical Assistant

Calla SlimSpa
12.2012 - 07.2016

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Phlebotomy Training Center

No Degree - Medical Assisting

Lincoln Technical Institute - Fern Park

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