Katrina Check
Bardstown,KY
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Capable human resource experience supporting human resources activities. Smoothly collaborated with HR team to help with daily tasks from recordkeeping to employee relations management. Expert at maintaining confidentiality and boosting positive company culture.
Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.
Personable Medical Assistant bringing 9 years of hands-on experience balancing problematic administrative and clinical duties to achieve patient satisfaction. Offering thorough understanding of medical registration process and procedures to streamline client processing.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Specialist/Phlebotomy Technician
journey pure
Elizabethtown, KY
01.2023 - Current
- We walk with patients during the early steps of recovery and provide resources to support their long-term sobriety. Our mission is to help people hurt by addiction reclaim their dignity and build a better life.
- provide on-site supervision, support, and guidance to patients
- maintain facility rules and curfews in a manner that respects the dignity of our patients
- assist clinicians/therapists with group therapy sessions and activities
- monitor patient vital signs encourage patients to persevere in treatment)
- be prepared for crisis intervention, first aid, CPR
- administration of PICC lines
- collect and review labs ordered by the doctor (urine drug screens and blood work)
- administer medications according to journey pure protocols ( vivitrol shot, sublocade shot
- supervise residential patients
ED Technician
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Elizabethtown, KY
01.2023 - Current
- Performed daily duties such as restocking of supplies and equipment, cleaning, and patient flow activities.
- Monitored patient vital signs during procedures and reported any changes to the physician.
- Provided patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or licensed physician.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests conducted on patients including report filing.
- Conducted basic laboratory testing such as urinalysis, venipuncture and hematology.
- Assisted with special procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheter insertions and specimen collection.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Prepared exam rooms by setting up equipment according to department protocols.
- Assisted physicians in performing minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations.
- Administered injections and medications under the direction of a licensed practitioner.
- Performed various clerical tasks including filing, faxing, photocopying and scanning documents.
- Ordered lab supplies when necessary and maintained inventory levels at an appropriate level.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
- Performed EKG tests on patients of all ages, including neonatal and geriatric.
- Instructed patients on proper positioning for EKG testing and ensured their comfort during the procedure.
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
Bowling Green , KY
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Upheld donor confidentiality throughout intake and collection process.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Processed client payments and collected appropriate billing information.
- Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport .
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Disposed of used needles in sharps containers to avoid accidental needlesticks.
- Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.
- Properly stored and transported specimens to prevent loss and delays.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Used multiple electronic medical software to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence.
MA/Medical Data Entry Analyst/Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist Technician
Norton Audubon Hospital
Louisville , KY
02.2014 - 07.2019
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Conducted insurance verification and pre-certification and pre-authorization functions.
Human Resource /Inventory/Team Lead/Ambassador/
Amazon
Shepherdsville , KY
01.2010 - 12.2014
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
- Collaborated with management team to implement new work procedures or policies.
- Worked closely with shipping, warehouse and other personnel to coordinate movements and keep workflows smooth.
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Followed staffing strategies to achieve production goals.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Motivated and empowered team members to build customer satisfaction and loyalty to support retention and growth.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Conferred with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
- Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
- Conducted employment verification and background investigation to facilitate hiring process.
- Developed and maintained training materials and benefits packets for new hires.
- Reviewed and processed payroll-related actions to drive data accuracy and comply with company policy and federal and state regulations.
- Assisted with planning, organizing and coordinating company events.
- Organized and attended hiring events and participated in job fairs to network with potential candidates.
- Prepared and posted job openings to appropriate job sites and newspapers.
- Automated office operations, record tracking and data communications.
- Submitted monthly, quarterly and weekly reports to management for mandatory reporting.
- Managed all human resource documentation, including new hire letters, employee contracts and corporate policies and procedures.
- Regularly updated HR databases to reflect employee information, changes in benefits and other details.
- Administered employee benefit plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fairdale High School
Fairdale, KY05-2006
Associate of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
Elizabethtown, KYSkills
- Proper storage procedures
- Medical records maintenance
- Strong verbal communication
- Drawing blood
- Team leadership
- First aid/CPR
- Biohazard waste disposal
- Quality control
- HIPAA
- Data entry
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- Hiring and Retention
- Affirmative Action Compliance
- medication
- Recruitment Documentation
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Onboarding and Training
- Company Policies and Procedures Training
- New Employee Orientation
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative Skills
- Understanding of HR Policies
- Word Processing
- Data Entry
- Detail-Oriented
- ADP Workforce Now
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Biohazard Waste Disposal
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Electronic Medical Record Software
- Data Analysis
- Problem-Solving
- Decision Making
- Biohazard Policy Compliance
- Conflict Resolution
- Good Work Ethic
- Organizational Skills
- Customer Service
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Computer Skills
- First Aid/CPR
- Employee Data Record Keeping
- Termination Procedures
- Office Organization
- Medication Schedule Adherence
- Vital Signs Collection
- Injections (vivitrol and sublocade shots)
- Fraud Reviews
- Documentation Abilities
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Strong Problem Solver
Affiliations
- Recognized for Innovation
- Recognized for Collaboration
- Recognized for "Caught in the Act"
- Recognized for "Employee of the month"
Timeline
Recovery Specialist/Phlebotomy Technician
journey pure
01.2023 - Current
ED Technician
Baptist Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
06.2019 - 01.2023
MA/Medical Data Entry Analyst/Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist Technician
Norton Audubon Hospital
02.2014 - 07.2019
Human Resource /Inventory/Team Lead/Ambassador/
Amazon
01.2010 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Fairdale High School
Associate of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
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