La'Quita Allen
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Productive Phlebotomist offering 6 years of experience in collecting blood specimens in healthcare settings. Proven leader with success in recommending and introducing strategies to improve workflow, specimen processing and customer service related to patient care. Calm and comforting with stressed patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
VA Medical Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
12.2022 - Current
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Calibrated equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Certified Phlebotomist
Valley Hospital
Las Vegas, NEVADA
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Traveling Phlebotomist
LabCorp
Las Vegas, NEVADA
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups
- Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc
- Perform data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner
- Process billing information and collect payments when required
- Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis
- Maintain patient and specimen information logs
- Provide superior customer service to all patients
- Administrative and clerical duties as necessary
- Travel to additional sites when needed
Mobile Phlebotomist
Mobile Lab Services (PRN)
Las Vegas, NV
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of specimens collected, including patient information, specimen type, collection date and time.
- Provided education to patients regarding the collection process and answered any questions they may have had.
- Transported blood samples to designated laboratory or other medical facility for testing purposes.
- Prepared materials for phlebotomy such as antiseptics, gauze pads and tourniquets.
- Followed universal precautions when collecting specimens from different individuals in order to prevent cross-contamination.
- Verified patient identity prior to collecting sample using two forms of identification as required.
- Traveled to patient home, homecare facility, or nursing home to perform blood draw
Patient Care Technician
Physicians Immediate Care
Chicago Heights, IL
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Prepare and assist in Electronic Medical Documentation using an Electronic Medical Record
- Assist providers during examination and treatment
- Provide excellent customer service
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Followed standard precautions while performing venipunctures.
- Performed venipuncture procedures on patients of all ages, including infants and geriatric patients.
Medical Assistant
advanced orthopedics and sports medicine
Las Vegas, NM
08.2015 - 11.2017
- Responsible for both front and back office duties & perform general office duties (filing, data entry, record keeping, etc.)
- Schedule and confirm appointments via phone & prepare medications as directed by physician
- Sterilize instruments and maintain neat and sanitary work area
- Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician
- Record patients' medical history, vitals and information such as test results in medical records
- Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets and physicians' instructions to patients education
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Education
Certified Phlebotomist
Phlebotomy Learning Center
Las Vegas, NV03.2019
Medical Assisting
Carrington College - Phoenix
Las Vegas, NV01.2015
Skills
- Skills & ABILITIES
- Venipuncture
- Medical Terminology
- Capillary Collection
- Data entry
- Excel
- Type 45 WPM
- Take & record vitals
- Facilitate drug testing
- Audiogram
- Ear irrigation
- 10-Key
- Windows XP
- Fingerprinting
- Paternity testing
- Blood culture collection
- EKG
- CPR/First aid certified
- Specimen Processing & Shipment
Interests
Las Vegas, NV License# 51666-AL-0
Regstered medical assistant 1/2015-8/2015 carrington college
Las Vegas, NV
other qualifications
Additional Information
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Timeline
Phlebotomist
VA Medical Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Certified Phlebotomist
Valley Hospital
01.2022 - 09.2022
Mobile Phlebotomist
Mobile Lab Services (PRN)
08.2021 - Current
Traveling Phlebotomist
LabCorp
08.2018 - 08.2021
Patient Care Technician
Physicians Immediate Care
02.2018 - 08.2018
Medical Assistant
advanced orthopedics and sports medicine
08.2015 - 11.2017
Certified Phlebotomist
Phlebotomy Learning Center
Medical Assisting
Carrington College - Phoenix