LYRIKA SMALLS
Philadelphia
Summary
Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 10+ years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SR.Phlebotomist
CSL PLASMA
06.2022 - 10.2024
- Creates incident documentation, removes and/or replaces equipment from service
- Monitors donor flow on the donor floor to assure continuous turnover
- Alerts Group Leader of Supervisor of donor flow issues
- Collects arm samples or whole blood samples from donors for testing
Sr Laboratory Assistant
EINSTEIN HOSPITAL
03.2016 - 06.2022
- Collect specimens, run urinalysis, and carry out basic laboratory procedures
- Review that all specimens are properly labeled and that all orders are current
- Make inquiries as needed to ensure that all testing is completed in a timely manner
- Perform clerical tasks such as greeting and informing patients of procedures, answer telephones and emails and maintain records
Laboratory Assistant
Lankenau / Bryn Mawr Hospital
01.2013 - 03.2019
- Provide laboratory testing
- Verify that the correct samples are sent for the test requested
- Produce accurate and reliable data and interpret results
- Follow methodologies in carrying out routine tasks
- Maintain work area and equipment
- Adhere to correct procedures, polices and health safety guidelines
OUTREACH MOBILE PHLEBOTOMIST
BRYN MAWR HOSPITAL
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Collected blood samples from patients
- Labeled vials with the patient's name and date
- Identified patients correctly and followed all safety and infection control rules
- Followed all inventory control policies and kept the laboratory clean, well stock, and generally in good appearance
Education
GED -
Job Crop
Philadelphia, PA06-2008
Phlebotomist -
Thompson Institute
Philadelphia, PA01-2009
No Degree - Phlebotomy Training Instructor
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA11-2023
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Superior team working skills
- Efficient time management skills
- Strong analytical judgment
- Multitasking skills
- Leadership qualities
- Training and mentoring
- Medical records management
Accomplishments
- Educated 100 + phlebotomy students on venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques.
- Supervised team of 10 + staff members.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA standards.
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- National Certified Phlebotomy Technician (NCPT)
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
Timeline
SR.Phlebotomist
CSL PLASMA
06.2022 - 10.2024
Sr Laboratory Assistant
EINSTEIN HOSPITAL
03.2016 - 06.2022
Laboratory Assistant
Lankenau / Bryn Mawr Hospital
01.2013 - 03.2019
OUTREACH MOBILE PHLEBOTOMIST
BRYN MAWR HOSPITAL
01.2010 - 01.2013
GED -
Job Crop
Phlebotomist -
Thompson Institute
No Degree - Phlebotomy Training Instructor
Kaplan University
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