Laura Childress
Warner,OK
Summary
Dynamic phlebotomist with proven expertise at Wellness Labs, enhancing patient care through compassionate communication and strict adherence to infection control protocols. Recognized for improving team efficiency and training new staff, while maintaining high accuracy in specimen handling and labeling. Committed to continuous education and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Traveling Phlebotomist
Wellness Labs
09.2022 - Current
- Increased overall efficiency by accurately labeling, processing, and storing blood specimens for timely analysis.
- Assisted in training new phlebotomists on proper techniques, resulting in increased team competency levels.
- Enhanced the accuracy of collected samples by strictly adhering to proper phlebotomy techniques and protocols.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the phlebotomy department, leading to improved productivity among team members.
- Provided exceptional patient care by addressing concerns and answering questions about the blood draw process.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through active participation in team meetings, trainings, and events.
- Promoted a comforting atmosphere for patients experiencing anxiety or fear related to blood draws with empathetic demeanor.
Phlebotomist
Saint Francis Hospital South
11.2019 - 09.2022
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Phlebotomist
Hilcrest Hospital
03.2019 - 11.2019
Education
Warner Public Schools
Warner, OK05.2013
Skills
- Safe driving practices
- Organizational growth
- Blood collection techniques
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Valid Driver's license
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Adaptable to change
- Specimen handling
- Infection control protocols
- Venipuncture expertise
- Medical terminology
- Route planning
- OSHA standards
- Vehicle maintenance
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Healthcare regulations
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Interpersonal relations
- Continuing education
- Equipment sterilization
- Problem-solving capacity
- Communication proficiency
- Patient identification
- Proper labeling
- Phlebotomy certification
Timeline
Traveling Phlebotomist
Wellness Labs
09.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist
Saint Francis Hospital South
11.2019 - 09.2022
Phlebotomist
Hilcrest Hospital
03.2019 - 11.2019
Warner Public Schools
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