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Kendra Hamilton

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

To obtain a position as a Medical Laboratory Assistant III within Baptist OUtreach with the expectations of being an

experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Laboratory Assistant II

Baptist Health Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
  • Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

Medical Technician

James A Haley Veterans Hospital
11.2019 - 06.2020
  • Performing data entry duties
  • Identifying patient using at least two identifiers
  • Select correct supplies in order to perform phlebotomy procedure successfully
  • Correctly labeling each specimen
  • Observe infection control & biohazard protocol

Lab Assistant

Watson Clinic
01.2014 - 11.2019
  • Performing data entry duties
  • Identifying patient using at least two identifiers
  • Select correct supplies in order to perform phlebotomy procedure successfully
  • Correctly labeling each specimen
  • Observe infection control & biohazard protocol
  • Dismiss patient appropriately
  • Worked in Specimen Processing Department for the first 5 years while assisting in phlebotomy
  • Duties in Processing: A laboratory assistant performing specimen processing enters specimen data into the LIS, receives specimens, prepares specimens for further laboratory analysis, transports the specimens to the appropriate clinical departments, processes all send out tests, process Study specimens, processes specimens from or for Histology/Pathology/Cytology
  • Assist doctor's office, Regional Labs, Reference Labs, Data Entry, Phlebotomy, with ordering, processing and researching testing information

Lab Assistant

Vista Clinical Diagnostics
08.2011 - 10.2013
  • Identifying patient using at least two identifiers
  • Select correct supplies in order to perform phlebotomy procedure successfully
  • Correctly labeling each specimen
  • Observe infection control & biohazard protocol
  • Dismiss patient appropriately
  • Count petty cash before and after shift

Education

Diploma -

Fort Meade High School
05.1997

Associates of Science - Medical Assisting

Keiser University
05.2008

Skills

  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Phlebotomy expertise
  • Specimen collection
  • Biohazard waste disposal
  • Laboratory information systems
  • Sample preparation
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Quality control procedures
  • Medical terminology proficiency

Timeline

Medical Laboratory Assistant II

Baptist Health Medical Center
12.2021 - Current

Medical Technician

James A Haley Veterans Hospital
11.2019 - 06.2020

Lab Assistant

Watson Clinic
01.2014 - 11.2019

Lab Assistant

Vista Clinical Diagnostics
08.2011 - 10.2013

Associates of Science - Medical Assisting

Keiser University

Diploma -

Fort Meade High School

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