Phlebotomist
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of donor information and sample integrity in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided education to donors regarding the donation process, enhancing overall experience and understanding.
- Assisted in inventory management of supplies, ensuring availability for efficient daily operations.
- Conducted quality control checks on equipment to maintain operational standards and prevent contamination risks.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to coordinate appointments and streamline donor flow during blood drives.
- 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.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
- Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Participated in cross-training initiatives, bolstering the overall skill set of the team and promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Trained new phlebotomists in proper blood collection techniques and safety protocols, elevating overall quality of care.
- Identified veins suitable for venipuncture with precision, minimizing discomfort for patients.
- Ensured proper identification and documentation of samples, significantly reducing instances of mislabeling.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment, ensuring patient safety.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions post-venipuncture, ready to provide immediate care if needed.
- Enhanced patient experience by performing blood draws quickly and efficiently.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing gentle care and empathetic support during blood collection procedures.
- Improved patient comfort and trust with compassionate communication and professional bedside manner.
- Collected, labeled, and processed blood samples for variety of tests, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to laboratory.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
