Lekisha Smith
Clark,NJ
Summary
Analytical, detail-oriented, team-player with strong problem-solving skills willing to embrace new opportunities and challenges, while making a significant contribution to the success of the company.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Phlebotomist Technician II
Summit Health-Village MD
02.2022 - Current
- Gained trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures while efficiently collecting blood samples
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
- Practiced and used universal precaution
- Followed infection-control and safety procedures while carrying out daily phlebotomy functions
- Processed Stat specimens according to SMG SOP
- Administered and collected H. Pylori breath tests
- Deleted and canceled orders as necessary with full documentation of reason.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Advanced Patient Care Technician (Oncology)
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
07.2013 - 12.2021
- Executed excellent patient-relation skills, known for having gentle touch and ability to alleviate patient anxieties
- Verified and reviewed on average 20 to 40 patient's demographics and insurance documents for genetic testing
- Reported regularly 35 patients' vital signs to clinical team via CIS/EPIC program
- Collaborated with clinical team, providing-assistance with procedures where needed
- Documented baseline and abnormal measurements via HIS/telecommunication for medical assessment
- Detailed-oriented individual who can properly anticipate, assess and resolve issues with ease
- Facilitated new employees onboarding to phlebotomy team
- Skilled in performing both venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Participated in various sponsored clinical trial and research studies for patients receiving chemotherapy
- Collected and conducted various research samples for clinical trial studies and for genetic testing
- Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently.
Certified EKG Technician
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Delivered electrocardiogram (EKG) testing for patients within hospital setting
- Maintained and provided patient privacy
- Communicated with clinical team on abnormal test results
- Reviewed and edited final test results to provide to physician for analysis
- Cleaned and sterilized equipment after each patient
- Explained procedure of test ordered and answered patient questions clearly and concisely
- Transcribed and entered patient results into office electronic recording system
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team setting.
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Genatom Laboratories
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Labeled aliquot tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily
- Tracked and collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Advanced Patient Care Technician
Mountainside Hospital
07.1998 - 12.2006
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to clinical team to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Performed catheterizations [foley catheters], inserted IV's and nasal gastric tubing for[feeding/ medicating]
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, non-rebreather masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness
- Performed cardiograms/EKGs upon request and participated in cardioversion procedures
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology and Health Education
Kean University
Union, NJ08.2017
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ2011
Certification - Medical Assisting
Eastwick College
Nutley, NJ2011
Skills
- Data Entry
- Patient Preparation and Patient Care
- Infection Control and Quality Control
- Specimen Labeling Procedures
- Communication Abilities
- Medical Terminology and Health Education
- Phlebotomy and Venipuncture Expertise
- Vital Signs proficient
- CIS/Copia/Athena/Epic Systems
- Aseptic and hand-washing Technique
- Clinical trial and research studies
- Hospital and Medical office experience
- HIPAA compliant
- Geriatric and Pediatric care
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- EKG Certification
- RMA
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist Technician II
Summit Health-Village MD
02.2022 - Current
Advanced Patient Care Technician (Oncology)
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
07.2013 - 12.2021
Certified EKG Technician
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2016
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Genatom Laboratories
01.2007 - 12.2009
Advanced Patient Care Technician
Mountainside Hospital
07.1998 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology and Health Education
Kean University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Passaic County Community College
Certification - Medical Assisting
Eastwick College
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- EKG Certification
- RMA
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
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