Kayla Outka
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Certified Phlebotomy Technician, knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician
Byrd Regional Hospital
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency through proper specimen handling and labeling procedures.
- Assisted in training new Phlebotomy Technicians on best practices, contributing to a skilled workforce.
- Performed venipuncture procedures on diverse patient populations, ensuring safety and comfort during the process.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized phlebotomy station, adhering to infection control protocols.
Donor Services Technician
Blood Bank Of Alaska
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors and obtaining medical histories.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Collected blood donations through venipuncture.
- Monitored patients for reactions throughout & after phlebotomy procedure.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Maintained & stored blood donations at the proper temperature.
- Obtained TSA certification to transport blood donations to desired airline.
Dental Assistant
Young Smiles Children’s Dentistry
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Proficient at taking radiographs, charting treatment, & proper sterilization techniques.
- Obtained my coronal polishing certification.
- Educated patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control and postoperative instructions.
- Performed general chair-side duties to assist with various procedures.
Barista
PRIMETIME COFFEE SHOP
06.2015 - 04.2019
- Multi-tasking while working independently and efficiently.
- Inventory supplies and place orders to multiple vendors as needed.
- Properly timing & pulling espresso shots.
- Collecting payment & keeping the til balanced.
- Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
Education
Phlebotomy
Oregon Medical Training, Private Career School
Eugene, OR07.2021
Dental Assisting
MK Education Dental Assisting Program
Online04.2020
High School Diploma -
Willamette High School
Eugene, OR06.2015
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Specimen collection
- Health screening
- Biohazard compliance
- Equipment sterilization
- Dental radiography
- Electronic Charting
- Patient confidentiality
- Time management
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- Basic Life Support
- Infection Control Basic proficiency
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician
Byrd Regional Hospital
06.2022 - 03.2024
Donor Services Technician
Blood Bank Of Alaska
10.2021 - 03.2022
Dental Assistant
Young Smiles Children’s Dentistry
03.2020 - 11.2020
Barista
PRIMETIME COFFEE SHOP
06.2015 - 04.2019
Phlebotomy
Oregon Medical Training, Private Career School
Dental Assisting
MK Education Dental Assisting Program
High School Diploma -
Willamette High School
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