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Kristin Worden

Bowling Green,KY

Summary

Highly-skilled phlebotomist with [Number] years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis. Dependable [Job Title] effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing [Number]-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. Competent Phlebotomy Technician with [Number] years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomy

Greenview Regional Hospital
12.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
  • Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
  • Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

Phlebotomist Technician

Quest Diagnostics
11.2021 - 11.2023
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate blood collection services.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by processing, labeling, and storing specimens according to established protocols.
  • Ensured timely test results by coordinating with medical staff for proper specimen handling and transport.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Continuously updated phlebotomy knowledge through professional development courses, ensuring best practices were upheld.
  • Provided excellent customer service while verifying patient information and insurance at registration.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure high-quality diagnostic services for patients.
  • Contributed to increased clinic efficiency by maintaining an organized inventory of phlebotomy supplies and equipment.
  • Achieved successful venipunctures even in challenging situations such as pediatric or geriatric patients with difficult veins.

Medical Receptionist/ Lead Lab Tech

Vitality Pain Clinic
03.2019 - 01.2020
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing the front desk operations and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved patient flow and reduced wait times.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating patient information and verifying insurance coverage.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
  • Assisted healthcare providers with administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on quality patient care.
  • Collected Urine samples, running analyzer, entering findings into patients charts
  • Analyzer maintenance, stocking, ordering supplies and reagents



Medical Assistant Extern

Fairview Community Clinic
01.2018 - 02.2018
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently performing clinical tasks such as taking vital signs and administering injections.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance during examinations and treatments.
  • Supported diagnostic procedures with accurate specimen collection, labeling, and documentation.
  • Assisted in the early detection of health issues through routine screenings, such as blood pressure checks and glucose tests.
  • Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.

Education

Medical Assistant Program - Medical Assisting

Ross Medical Educational Center, Bowling Green KY
01.2018

High School Diploma -

Douglas High School , Minden, NV
06.1991

Skills

Vital signs

Injections IM, SQ, ID & insulin

Venipuncture

EKG, spirometer, nebulizers, SPO2

sterile procedures, assisting with sutures, dressing changes

general lab testing, strep A & B swabs, urinalysis, mono, HCG, HGB

Assisting with GYN exam, scribing

Rehab equipment, patient education

Pediatric measurement

EHR/EMR microsoft programs, E clinicals, Quantum

Phlebotomy

ER draws

Timeline

Phlebotomy - Greenview Regional Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist Technician - Quest Diagnostics
11.2021 - 11.2023
Medical Receptionist/ Lead Lab Tech - Vitality Pain Clinic
03.2019 - 01.2020
Medical Assistant Extern - Fairview Community Clinic
01.2018 - 02.2018
Ross Medical Educational Center - Medical Assistant Program, Medical Assisting
Douglas High School - High School Diploma,

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