Kimberly Barksdale
Cleveland Heights,OH
Summary
Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 33-year 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
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
Donor Center Technician
BPL Plasma
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Enhanced donor experience by providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Contributed to increased donation rates by effectively educating donors on the importance of regular donations.
- Maintained accurate donor records through diligent data entry and documentation efforts.
- Assisted in achieving center goals by successfully processing a high volume of donors daily.
Phlebotomist
American Health Associates Inc.
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Phlebotomist
American Health Associates Inc.
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Phlebotomist
Solon Medical Laboratories,Inc
02.2000 - 07.2010
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Remington College
Cleveland, OH10.2007
No Degree - Medical Assisting/ Phlebotomy
Cleveland Institute of Dental-Medical Assistants
Cleveland, OH10.1991
Skills
- Order of draw
- Data Entry
- Specimen Preparation
- Patient Care
- Specimen handling
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Goal Minded
Timeline
Phlebotomist
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
11.2023 - 03.2024
Donor Center Technician
BPL Plasma
03.2023 - 07.2023
Phlebotomist
American Health Associates Inc.
10.2022 - 03.2023
Phlebotomist
American Health Associates Inc.
03.2021 - 08.2022
Phlebotomist
Solon Medical Laboratories,Inc
02.2000 - 07.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Remington College
No Degree - Medical Assisting/ Phlebotomy
Cleveland Institute of Dental-Medical Assistants
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