Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Katlyn Etchison

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Certified Apheresis and Phlebotomy professional with hands-on experience performing venipuncture, donor/patient monitoring, and specimen handling in regulated clinical environments. Promoted to Group Lead due to strong technical skill, compliance knowledge, and leadership ability. Adept at infection control, accurate documentation, and patient-centered care in fast-paced hospital and laboratory settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Lead

CSL Plasma
09.2023 - Current

Group Lead, Apheresis

  • Perform and oversee apheresis and phlebotomy procedures, including venipuncture, patient monitoring, and post-procedure care.
  • Ensure correct patient identification, specimen integrity, and accurate documentation throughout the collection process.
  • Monitor patients for adverse reactions and respond according to clinical protocols to maintain safety and comfort
  • Lead and support clinical staff, providing guidance on technique, workflow,and compliance.
  • Train and evaluate staff on CSL- certified phlebotomy and apheresis procedures, infections control, and patient care standards
  • Maintain compliance with FDA regulations, SOP's, HIPAA. and biohazard safety requirements.

Senior Processing Technician

  • Process plasma units while maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and documentation standards.
  • Perform quality checks, labeling verification, and cold-chain handling as required.
  • Cross-trained across production areas to support clinical and operational needs


Warehouse Associate

Walmart Distribution Center
05.2020 - 03.2021

Accurately prepared, packed, and shipped orders by following detailed documentation and safety procedures.

Merchandiser

Sam's Club
05.2020 - 03.2021
  • Provided consistent customer service while maintaining organized. accurate inventory displays.
  • Supported fast-paced operations and daily workflow demands.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Central High School
Indianapolis, IN
07-2018

Skills

    Phlebotomy & Clinical

  • Venipuncture & vein assessment
  • Apheresis procedures
  • Patient/ donor identification
  • Specimen collection & labeling
  • Infection control & PPE
  • Adverse reaction recognition
  • Electronic documentation ( EMR-style systems)
  • HIPAA, FDA, SOP & cGMP Compliance

Certification

Certified in Apheresis and Phlebotomy.

Timeline

Group Lead

CSL Plasma
09.2023 - Current

Warehouse Associate

Walmart Distribution Center
05.2020 - 03.2021

Merchandiser

Sam's Club
05.2020 - 03.2021

High School Diploma -

North Central High School
Katlyn Etchison