Keeshia Johnson
Reidsville,NC
Summary
Dedicated and experienced phlebotomy specialist with knowledge of comprehensive venipuncture techniques. Strives to create a comfortable and safe environment for patients. Provides a high level of care with a personal and professional manner while displaying dedication and determination in all tasks. Dependable PST Team Lead effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 14-years background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist Team Lead
Labcorp
11.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Contributed to the development of phlebotomy training materials, enhancing the skillset of new employees and improving overall team performance.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Participated in cross-training initiatives, bolstering the overall skill set of the team and promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
Phlebotomist Float
LabCorp
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
Phlebotomist
Accu Reference Medical Lab
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Phlebotomist
Wake Forest Urology
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
Lead Phlebotomy Tech
Quest Diagnostics
05.2011 - 07.2018
- Supervise other site phlebotomist
- Collect specimens on patients ranging in age from pediatrics to geriatrics
- Process specimens for testing
- Data entry, filing, and insurance verification
- Supervised employees at multiple sites and reporting locations to maintain consistent practices across company.
- Improved patient experience by efficiently and accurately drawing blood samples in a timely manner.
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when labeling specimens correctly to avoid errors that could lead to misdiagnosis.
- Performed tasks as member of line staff to reduce wait time.
- Assisted in training new phlebotomy technicians, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure high-quality performance.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
Phlebotomist
Kernersville Medical Center
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Collect patient specimens
- Process specimens for testing
Education
Certified Phlebotomist -
Priority Nursing Academy
Greensboro, NC01.2010
High School Diploma -
Brittian Academy
High Point, NC02.2004
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient Care
- Specimen handling
- Butterfly needle technique
- Patient confidentiality
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Communication abilities
- Data Entry
- Pediatric phlebotomy
References
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Timeline
Phlebotomist Team Lead
Labcorp
11.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist Float
LabCorp
11.2020 - 11.2023
Phlebotomist
Accu Reference Medical Lab
05.2019 - 09.2020
Phlebotomist
Wake Forest Urology
10.2018 - 05.2019
Phlebotomist
Kernersville Medical Center
05.2012 - 01.2013
Lead Phlebotomy Tech
Quest Diagnostics
05.2011 - 07.2018
Certified Phlebotomist -
Priority Nursing Academy
High School Diploma -
Brittian Academy
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