Summary
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Work History
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Skills
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Karsonja Odums

Summary

Experienced phlebotomist/lab assistant with a strong record of specimen collection, accessioning, and dispatch support. Delivered accurate records, careful specimen handling, and clear communication to help maintain efficient lab operations and reliable testing readiness.

Overview

1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor

Duke Raleigh Hospital
Raleigh, NC
08.2021 - Current

Delivered 15-patient-per-hour draw pace during morning rounds.

Preserved patient comfort and specimen integrity through accurate blood collection.

Supported faster lab processing through organized specimen preparation.

Supported testing readiness through careful specimen preparation.

Maintained accurate and current patient records through timely data entry, enhancing data reliability.

Improved daily coordination through clear written and verbal communication.

Enabled smooth completion of solo and collaborative tasks through adaptable work habits.

Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant

WakeMed Cary Hospital
06.2020 - 06.2021

Collected, identified, and handled laboratory specimens with precision to ensure reliable results.

Confirmed, identified, and secured logistics of histology specimens; processed, sorted, labeled, and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis.

Coordinated dispatch duties and maintained accurate documentation to support smooth lab operations.

Phlebotomist

Willis Knighton Medical Center
06.2019 - 01.2020

Collected blood samples to facilitate timely diagnosis while strictly following infection control and safety procedures.

Verified patient identity and labeled specimens to ensure accurate test results and adherence to hospital standards.

Coordinated specimen collection with nursing staff, laboratory teams, and physicians.

Maintained phlebotomy carts and supplies to ensure availability and readiness across medical center units.

Education

GED -

Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA
12-2018

Skills

Specimen Collection

Specimen Accessioning

Specimen Aliquoting

Specimen Coordination

Specimen Handling

Electronic Records Management

Patient Management Systems

Clinical Data Entry

Certification

  • PBT certification

Timeline

Phlebotomist/Specimen Processor

Duke Raleigh Hospital
08.2021 - Current

Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant

WakeMed Cary Hospital
06.2020 - 06.2021

Phlebotomist

Willis Knighton Medical Center
06.2019 - 01.2020

GED -

Bossier Parish Community College
Karsonja Odums