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Lena Graves

Charlottesville ,VA

Summary

Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist Technician

CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE PROFESSION
Philadelphia Pa
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

Phlebotomist

Pharmakenetic
Baltimore, MD
08.1992 - 12.1997
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.

Education

HUMAN SERVICE

The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD

CERTIFICATE - MEDICAL Assistance

MEDIX School
1406 Crain Highway Glen Burnie Md21061
06.1981

DIPLOMA - GENERAL ACADEMIC

SOUTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL
400 Font Hill Rd Baltimore Md
06.1979

Skills

  • Manual and Finger Dexterity
  • Donor Screening
  • Stress Management
  • Specimen Labeling Procedures
  • Tracking Specimens
  • Proper Storage Procedures

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Pharmakenetic
08.1992 - 12.1997

Phlebotomist Technician

CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE PROFESSION

HUMAN SERVICE

The Community College of Baltimore County

CERTIFICATE - MEDICAL Assistance

MEDIX School

DIPLOMA - GENERAL ACADEMIC

SOUTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL
Lena Graves