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Krista Tomlinson

Summary

  • Veteran Phlebotomist with proven track record of excellence working in clinic and mobile settings. Expert in all aspects of venipuncture with success in working with difficult or needle-adverse individuals.
  • Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

Exacta Laboratories
10.2023 - 02.2025
  • Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • 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.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.

Phlebotomist

Jordan Valley Community Health Center
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.

Phlebotmist

Mercy Diagnostics
06.2017 - 12.2022
  • Managed an independent lab inside of an urgent care facility
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
  • Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
  • Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.


Phlebotomist

Ethos Laboratories
02.2016 - 05.2017
  • Collected urine drug screens for a pain management clinic
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.


Office Support Assistant

Department of Social Services
03.2016 - 09.2016
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.

Phlebotomist

Phelps County Regional Medical Center Medical Group
02.2001 - 12.2003
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
  • Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles, to include arterial blood gases.

Phlebotomist

St. Francis Hospital
04.1997 - 04.2000
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Assisted the pathologist in performing autopsies to determine cause of death.

Combat Medical Specialist

U. S. Army
05.1995 - 10.1996
  • Educated patients and families about health conditions and treatments.
  • Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
  • Utilized medical instruments to perform minor surgeries and other procedures.
  • Helped with preparation of medical equipment and supplies for use in hospital procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
  • Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
03-2024

Skills

  • Experienced in venipuncture techniques
  • Service excellence
  • Effective communication

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Phlebotomist - Exacta Laboratories
10.2023 - 02.2025
Phlebotomist - Jordan Valley Community Health Center
02.2023 - 10.2023
Phlebotmist - Mercy Diagnostics
06.2017 - 12.2022
Office Support Assistant - Department of Social Services
03.2016 - 09.2016
Phlebotomist - Ethos Laboratories
02.2016 - 05.2017
Phlebotomist - Phelps County Regional Medical Center Medical Group
02.2001 - 12.2003
Phlebotomist - St. Francis Hospital
04.1997 - 04.2000
Combat Medical Specialist - U. S. Army
05.1995 - 10.1996
Liberty University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology

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