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Leslie French
PHLEBOTOMIST
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced Lab Technician and Phlebotomist with a proven track record in drug testing, DNA testing, blood work, and various health-related procedures. Skilled in client account management, billing, invoicing, and reporting. Adept at maintaining accurate records, performing specialized collections, and ensuring compliance with DOT and non-DOT regulations.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
6
Certifications
Work History
ARCpoint Labs
Lab Technician/Phlebotomist
10.2020 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Conducted DOT and non-DOT drug testing for corporate and individual clients
- Performed DNA testing, blood collection, and hair specimen collection for health needs and personal use
- Managed early gender blood collections and serum tears collection processes
- Administered breath alcohol tests and coordinated DOT and sports physicals
- Created and maintained corporate accounts, assisting with billing and invoicing for employee drug testing services
- Prepared and sent out monthly/daily payment reports using Excel, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Compiled end-of-month reports for management and accounting purposes
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Identified areas for process improvement, implementing changes that increased overall lab performance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
PHLEBOTOMIST
02.2018 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Education
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
Bachelor of Science
Skills
- Proficient in phlebotomy and specimen collection techniques
- Knowledge of DOT compliance and physical testing protocols
- Experienced in account setup, billing, and invoicing
- Strong organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Quality control monitoring
Certification
- PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFICATION
- NON-REGULATED URINE TEST
- ETG ALCOHOL SPECIMEN COLLECTIONS
- DOT URINE DRUG SCREEN COLLECTOR
- BREATH ALCOHOL OVERVIEW COURSE
- URINE DRUG SCREEN COLLECTOR
- MED CERT PHYSICAL
Timeline
Lab Technician/Phlebotomist
ARCpoint Labs
10.2020 - 12.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
02.2018 - 08.2020
- PHLEBOTOMY CERTIFICATION
- NON-REGULATED URINE TEST
- ETG ALCOHOL SPECIMEN COLLECTIONS
- DOT URINE DRUG SCREEN COLLECTOR
- BREATH ALCOHOL OVERVIEW COURSE
- URINE DRUG SCREEN COLLECTOR
- MED CERT PHYSICAL
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelor of Science
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