Latoya Woodberry
Delran,United States
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Patient Care Technician with over 13 years of diverse healthcare experience, including extensive expertise as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician. Proficient in delivering direct patient care within fast-paced clinical environments while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and dignity. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily patient needs, supporting dialysis treatments, and maintaining accurate patient records in compliance with infection control standards and HIPAA regulations. Recognized for exceptional communication skills that alleviate patient anxiety and foster a collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere, ensuring reliable, high-quality patient care that leads to positive outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
Willingboro, NJ
02.2025 - Current
- Provided direct, compassionate care under RN supervision during life-sustaining dialysis treatments.
- Monitored patients' conditions before, during, and after dialysis sessions.
- Maintained and set up dialysis equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Recorded vital signs and patient data accurately and promptly.
- Educated patients regarding treatment protocols and kidney health.
- Collaborated with nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other care team members for comprehensive patient support.
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
Mantua, NJ
04.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Perform administrative and clerical duties as necessary.
- Travel to additional sites when needed.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Aculabs, Inc
Cherry Hill, NJ
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Performs venipuncture in response to an order by a medical professional.
- Ensures optimal quality of specimen is obtained for the ordered test.
- Provides patients with the highest level of care.
- Ensure order updates are performed timely through the phone app.
- Document required information of a venipuncture on the order form.
- Adheres to assigned schedule and completes work in an efficient manner.
- Maintain a clean supply kit with an adequate amount of supplies at all times.
Direct Support Professional
ResCare, Inc
Mount Laurel, NJ
03.2012 - 01.2024
- Providing direct personalized support, ensuring supported individuals' safety and health is maintained. Include basic living skills, communication, community interaction, and recreation.
- Additional responsibilities include maintaining a clean, safe, stimulating living environment, providing transportation, and supporting individuals to become active members of their community.
- Service provisions focus on maintaining or enhancing the individual's dignity, well-being, autonomy, personal choice, self-esteem, and teaching functional skills that are alternatives to maladaptive behavior.
Medical Assistant (Externship)
Southern Jersey Family Medical Center
Burlington, NJ
09.2011 - 11.2011
- Glucose Testing.
- Vital signs
- Medical Records
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Patient Preparation/Positioning
- Office/Human Resource Administration
- Clerical Duties
Education
Phlebotomy - CPT -
Expertise Phlebotomy & CPR School
Clementon, NJ05-2023
Undergraduate Bachelor Of Business Administration - Health Care Management
Strayer University
New Jersey09-2020
Professional Medical Assistant - undefined
Harris School of Business
Cherry Hill, NJ01-2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Plainfield High School
Plainfield01-2004
Skills
- I am versatile and adept, with a strong ability to grasp new concepts quickly
- I am self-motivated and collaborative, and I excel as a team player
- CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and the Healthcare Provider (American Red Cross)
- Proficient in Data Entry
- Skilled in the proper handling of equipment for drawing blood specimens
- Adherence to Infection Control & HIPAA Guidelines
- Proficient in identifying suitable veins for Blood Collections
- Ensuring the integrity of collected specimens
- Proficient in providing exemplary patient care
- Preparation of specimens for transport to the Laboratory, ensuring the safe handling and storage of blood samples
- Understanding and addressing common patient anxieties related to needles and blood collection, providing reassurance and comfort during the process
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
02.2025 - Current
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
04.2024 - Current
Mobile Phlebotomist
Aculabs, Inc
08.2023 - 04.2024
Direct Support Professional
ResCare, Inc
03.2012 - 01.2024
Medical Assistant (Externship)
Southern Jersey Family Medical Center
09.2011 - 11.2011
Undergraduate Bachelor Of Business Administration - Health Care Management
Strayer University
Professional Medical Assistant - undefined
Harris School of Business
High School Diploma - undefined
Plainfield High School
Phlebotomy - CPT -
Expertise Phlebotomy & CPR School