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Machelle Haight

Astoria,OR

Summary

Dynamic Laboratory Phlebotomist Supervisor at Columbia Memorial Hospital with a proven track record in optimizing workflows and enhancing staff competency. Expert in venipuncture and patient care, I effectively improved laboratory efficiency and compliance, while fostering a supportive environment for team growth and development.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laboratory Phlebotomist Supervisor

Columbia Memorial Hospital
Astoria, OR
07.2015 - Current
  • Reduced turnaround time for test results by optimizing workflows and laboratory procedures.
  • Facilitated skill growth among new team members
  • Facilitated troubleshooting efforts during unexpected challenges or crises while maintaining composure
  • Prepared employee schedules according to individual needs and skills, as well as coverage requirements.
  • Provided technical guidance and training to laboratory staff.

Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff. Performed collection of blood samples for testing .

Phlebotomist

Providence Health & Services
Seaside, OR
09.2007 - 06.2015
  • 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.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.

Veterinary Assistant

Bayshore Animal Hospital
Warrenton, OR
06.2003 - 09.2007
  • 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.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
  • Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

White Pass High School
Randle, WA
06.1987

Skills

  • Order of draw
  • Blood collection techniques
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Adaptable to change
  • Capillary puncture
  • Sample preparation
  • Specimen handling
  • Venipuncture expertise
  • Medical terminology
  • Pediatric phlebotomy
  • Geriatric phlebotomy
  • Patient identification
  • Proper labeling
  • Communication
  • Venipuncture
  • Patient care
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • Specimen labeling procedures
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Health and safety
  • Data entry
  • HIPAA
  • Infection control
  • Staff management
  • Patient preparation

Certification

  • ASCP Certified Phlebotomy Technician
  • Current BLS Certification

Timeline

Laboratory Phlebotomist Supervisor

Columbia Memorial Hospital
07.2015 - Current

Phlebotomist

Providence Health & Services
09.2007 - 06.2015

Veterinary Assistant

Bayshore Animal Hospital
06.2003 - 09.2007

High School Diploma - General Studies

White Pass High School
Machelle Haight