Kendra Boykin
Carlsbad,NM
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Specimen Collector
Lux Diagnostics
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Collected and labeled specimens according to established protocols.
- Maintained up-to-date records of specimen collection activities.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of new specimen collection procedures.
- Ensured that all collected specimens were stored properly and securely.
- Performed quality control tests on completed specimens to ensure accuracy of results.
- Performed basic procedures using in-office testing equipment.
- Delivered collected specimens promptly to designated laboratories for analysis.
- Investigated discrepancies between requested tests and actual tests performed on collected samples.
- Implemented quality assurance measures designed to reduce errors in sample collections.
- Responded quickly to inquiries from healthcare professionals regarding test results or other issues related to sample collection.
- Coordinated with medical personnel regarding specimen collection schedules, policies, and procedures.
- Prepared necessary paperwork related to specimen collections such as requisitions, manifests, and forms.
- Trained new staff members in proper specimen collection techniques and processes.
- Labeled and numbered specimens for accurate recordkeeping and blind testing.
Specimen Collector
Lifebrite Laboratories
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Collected and labeled specimens according to established protocols.
- Maintained up-to-date records of specimen collection activities.
- Performed quality control tests on completed specimens to ensure accuracy of results.
- Performed basic procedures using in-office testing equipment.
- Delivered collected specimens promptly to designated laboratories for analysis.
- Implemented quality assurance measures designed to reduce errors in sample collections.
- Interacted with patients during the process of obtaining blood samples or other bodily fluids.
- Verified patient information accuracy on specimen labels.
- Monitored inventory levels of laboratory supplies needed for collecting specimens.
- Handled hazardous materials following strict safety protocols.
- Responded quickly to inquiries from healthcare professionals regarding test results or other issues related to sample collection.
- Prepared necessary paperwork related to specimen collections such as requisitions, manifests, and forms.
- Trained new staff members in proper specimen collection techniques and processes.
- Processed specimens and prepared each for shipment to testing laboratories.
Education
Basic
Carlsbad High School
Carlsbad, NMSkills
- Managing Forms
- Shipping Procedures
- Supporting Physician Needs
- Clinical Documentation
- Biohazard Disposal
- Labeling Packages
- Answering Questions
- Patient Interaction
- Performing Oral Swabs
- Quality Control Procedures
Timeline
Specimen Collector
Lux Diagnostics
08.2023 - 03.2025
Specimen Collector
Lifebrite Laboratories
01.2017 - 08.2023
Basic
Carlsbad High School
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