LEKISHA SMITH
Summary
Highly proficient, astute, and meticulous Registered Medical Assistant & Laboratory Support Specialist, offering 15+ years of experience in patient relations, phlebotomy, and clinical research in various healthcare settings. Strong collaborator with excellent communication skills and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of medical science.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Phlebotomist Technician II
Village MD-Summit Health
02.2022 - Current
- Performed up to 40+ phlebotomy medical screenings, biometric tests, and sample collections per day
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and results
- Adhered to quality assurance standards set by the laboratory facility
- Mentored newly hired medical personnel in phlebotomy techniques and protocols.
Patient Care Technician (Oncology)
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
07.2013 - 12.2021
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN
- Collected various samples for clinical trials & research studies such as hair, nail, and saliva samples for genetic testing purposes according to established protocols
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
EKG Monitor Technician
Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Performed EKG tests on patients according to established protocols
- Monitored patient's heart activity during stress testing, Holter monitoring, cardiac catheterization, and pacemaker insertions
- Reported any abnormal results or findings to physicians for further evaluation and diagnosis
- Collaborated with other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal care for each patient.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology & Health Education
Kean University
2017
Skills
- Donor screening
- Specimen Preparation
- Data Entry & MS Office
- Infection Control
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient Care & Health Education
- Communication abilities
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Therapeutic phlebotomy
- Quality Control
- Pharmacokinetics studies
Certification
- Registered Medical Assistant
- CPR & Basic Life Support, AHA
Affiliations
American Medical Technologist (AMT)
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist Technician II
Village MD-Summit Health
02.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician (Oncology)
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
07.2013 - 12.2021
EKG Monitor Technician
Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
01.2013 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Psychology & Health Education
Kean University
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