Karissa Gillespie
Lancaster,OH
Summary
Highly skilled Lab Technician with background in conducting scientific tests and analyses. Demonstrated capability in operating lab equipment, maintaining safety protocols, and documenting results for further study. Strengths include problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and strong familiarity with quality control procedures. Contributed to significant advancements in research projects by providing accurate data collection and interpretation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Tech Lab Assistant
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
Columbus, OH
10.2018 - Current
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Contacted physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
Ohio Region Float Lead
BioReference Laboratories
Columbus, OH
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Participated in promotional opportunities and onboarding of new accounts.
- Recruited talented individuals bringing sticking skills to Ohio region department.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Directed training and retraining of employees to boost performance and enhance business results.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Phlebotomy Technician
Berger Health System
Cirlceville, OH
10.2015 - 02.2017
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Phlebotomy Technician
Genesis Health Care System
Zanesville, OH
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
Manager
McDonald's
Zanesville, OH
08.2010 - 10.2015
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Administration
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO08-2024
Certification - Medical Billing And Coding
U.S. Career Institute
Fort Collins, CO06.2020
Certification - Phlebotomy
Mid-East CTC, Adult Education
Zanesville, OH12.2014
High School Diploma -
Maysville High School
Zanesville, OH05.2012
Skills
- Safety Protocols
- Phlebotomy Functions
- Contributing Team Player
- Specimen Processing
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Mathematics and Calculations
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Biohazard Policy Compliance
- File Management
- Excellent lab practices
- Documentation compliance
- Safety Assurance
- HIPAA Compliance
Accomplishments
- 4.0 Student
Timeline
Tech Lab Assistant
Ohio Health Riverside Hospital
10.2018 - Current
Ohio Region Float Lead
BioReference Laboratories
02.2016 - 10.2018
Phlebotomy Technician
Berger Health System
10.2015 - 02.2017
Phlebotomy Technician
Genesis Health Care System
01.2015 - 10.2015
Manager
McDonald's
08.2010 - 10.2015
Associate of Science - Health Administration
Colorado Technical University
Certification - Medical Billing And Coding
U.S. Career Institute
Certification - Phlebotomy
Mid-East CTC, Adult Education
High School Diploma -
Maysville High School
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