Keiarra Williams
Mobile,AL
Summary
Detail-focused Lab Phlebotomist known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in venipuncture, specimen handling, and patient comfort techniques. Excel at communication, empathy, and adaptability ensuring positive patient interactions and seamless lab operations.
Certified Phlebotomist with broad experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Skilled in blood collection, specimen processing, and patient interaction to ensure comfort and accuracy during procedures. Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of safety and hygiene, leading to improved patient satisfaction and efficiency in sample collection processes. Known for strong communication skills and teamwork, enhancing operational flow and patient care.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Phlebotomist
Springhill hospital
Mobile, AL
03.2023 - Current
- Performed venipuncture, fingersticks and heel sticks on patients of all ages.
- Maintained laboratory equipment in good working order and reported malfunctions to supervisor.
- Collected specimens from pediatric and adult patients for laboratory testing.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Labeled and stored specimens according to established protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies necessary for specimen collection.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Assisted with training new phlebotomists in proper sample collection techniques.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations such as HIPAA, CLIA and OSHA standards.
- Administered vaccinations according to protocol guidelines while ensuring patient comfort during the process.
- Developed positive relationships with patients while providing quality care in a professional manner.
- Provided assistance during blood drives by setting up stations, preparing paperwork, registering donors, collecting samples and delivering them to the lab for analysis.
- Processed specimens accurately within established time frames.
- Prepared reports summarizing collected data for laboratory review.
- Assisted in maintenance of records related to patient visits.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times.
- Inspected syringes and needles before use to ensure sterility.
- Performed basic clerical duties including filing, faxing documents and answering phones.
- Responded promptly to inquiries regarding test results or other matters related to patient care.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
Phlebotomist
Biomat U S A
, AL
02.2020 - 03.2023
- Performed venipunctures and skin punctures on patients to draw blood for laboratory tests.
- Demonstrated excellent patient care by providing comfort and assurance during the procedure.
- Maintained accurate records of all specimen collection, labeling and transport procedures.
- Ensured that specimens were collected in accordance with established protocols and standards.
- Processed specimens according to laboratory instructions while adhering to safety regulations.
- Followed infection control guidelines when handling biohazardous materials such as needles, tubes.
- Prepared supplies needed for specimen collection including tourniquets, gauze pads, alcohol swabs.
- Adhered to quality standards set by the laboratory for specimen collection techniques.
- Inspected equipment used in phlebotomy procedures before each use and reported any problems or malfunctions immediately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Citronelle High School
Citronelle, AL05-2016
Skills
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Patient identification
- Equipment Sterilization
- Communication abilities
- Data entry proficiency
- Specimen handling
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Proper labeling
- Sample Preparation
- Paperwork Processing
- Specimen Preparation
- Patient confidentiality
- Data Entry
- Infection Control
- Venipuncture
- Blood collection
- Quality Control
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient preparation
- Sample and specimen collection
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Sample labeling
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Specimen collection and storage
- Patient support
- Patient Care
- Sanitation and sterilization
- HIPAA
Timeline
Lab Phlebotomist
Springhill hospital
03.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
Biomat U S A
02.2020 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Citronelle High School