Lanette Fontenot
Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist
DeRidder,LA
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist/ Laboratory Assistant well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture, and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for maintenance. Insightful Laboratory Assistant brings dedication to excellence and calm demeanor. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces.
- Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 6 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
Byrd Regional Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Implemented lab procedures to prevent errors and protect staff.
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
- Analyzed test data and presented findings using charts and graphs.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Prepared blood smears and determined levels of normalcy.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab
- Prepared, embedded, cut, stained, mounted, labeled and catalogued tissue sections
Certified Phlebotomist
Byrd Regional Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
Phlebotomist
Beauregard Health System
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.
- Handled insurance verification tasks using Medi Tech and Quest to validate patient insurance information.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Housekeeping Attendant
Beauregard Health System
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Completed pre-cleaning duties by setting up cleaning carts with fresh linens, cleaning supplies and requested guest supplies.
- Trained new employees on all departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
- Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Sanitized all surfaces, wiped down cabinets and swept and mopped floors
Caterer
Cotton Catering Service
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment and furniture per contract specifications.
- Cleared dishes and glassware quickly following each course.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Replenished banquet stations and verified food temperatures and cleanliness of service areas.
- Communicated with event coordinators and facility management to obtain appropriate catering accommodations.
- Transported meal and beverage trays from kitchen and bar areas to serve guest tables.
- Maintained flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends and on-call to meet event needs.
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
Business Owner
Nats Tamales
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
Substitute Teacher
St. Landry Parish School Board
03.2011 - 01.2016
- Used software to maintain detailed records of student progress, attendance and assignments in teachers absence.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Education
CLS - Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
2022.05 - 2023.12
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Rosepine Louisiana Medical Training LLC
Rosepine Louisiana10.2017
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
National Healthcareer Association
Leawood, KS10.2017
Louisiana Responsible Vendors Server Permit - Vendor Certification
Louisiana Alcohol And Tobacco Control
Cedar Park, TX07.2017
SubDiploma - Substitute Teaching
Utah State University
Utah03.2011
GED -
Louisiana Department of Education
Opelousas, LA05.2005
Skills
- Recording Data
- HIPAA
- Specimen Labeling Procedures
- Venipuncture
- Drawing Blood
- Blood Culturing
- MEDITECH Laboratory and Microbiology
- MedHost Laboratory and Microbiology
- Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use
- Specimen Collection and Storage
- Clinical Laboratory Assistant License
- Processing Specimens
- Knowledgeable in Chemistry
- Testing Lab Samples
Certification
- Certified SubstituteTeacher, Substitute Teaching Division - 75108-La
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician, - F3S9B9Q7
- CLS- Laboratory Assistant
Timeline
CLS - Laboratory Assistant - Laboratory
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners
2022.05 - 2023.12
Laboratory Assistant
Byrd Regional Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2023
Certified Phlebotomist
Byrd Regional Hospital
01.2022 - 06.2023
Phlebotomist
Beauregard Health System
10.2021 - 12.2021
Housekeeping Attendant
Beauregard Health System
06.2021 - 10.2021
Caterer
Cotton Catering Service
07.2020 - 09.2020
Business Owner
Nats Tamales
01.2017 - 03.2020
Substitute Teacher
St. Landry Parish School Board
03.2011 - 01.2016
Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Rosepine Louisiana Medical Training LLC
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
National Healthcareer Association
Louisiana Responsible Vendors Server Permit - Vendor Certification
Louisiana Alcohol And Tobacco Control
SubDiploma - Substitute Teaching
Utah State University
GED -
Louisiana Department of Education
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