Markayla Trimmings
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomy Specialist
LabCorp
Houston, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared and maintained phlebotomy equipment, including needles, tourniquets, gauze, cotton balls, and other supplies.
- Collected blood specimens for laboratory analysis according to established procedures.
- Observed universal safety precautions in order to prevent exposure to infectious diseases.
- Verified patient information by comparing the collected specimen labels with patient identification bracelets.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down surfaces and disposing of used materials properly.
Patient Access Coordinator 3
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UAMS
Little Rock, AR
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Greeted patients, verified patient identification and collected demographic information.
- Scheduled appointments for outpatients using the electronic health record system.
- Verified insurance eligibility and ensured coverage of services to be provided.
- Processed referrals from primary care physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Assisted in obtaining prior authorizations from insurance companies.
- Coordinated with clinical staff to ensure timely completion of registration process.
Phlebotomy Specialist
LabCorp
Benton, AR
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Verified patient information by comparing the collected specimen labels with patient identification bracelets.
- Observed universal safety precautions in order to prevent exposure to infectious diseases.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down surfaces and disposing of used materials properly.
- Prepared and maintained phlebotomy equipment, including needles, tourniquets, gauze, cotton balls, and other supplies.
Phlebotomy Specialist
LabCorp
Miami, FL
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared and maintained phlebotomy equipment, including needles, tourniquets, gauze, cotton balls, and other supplies.
- Performed venipuncture on patients of all ages utilizing proper techniques.
- Collected blood specimens for laboratory analysis according to established procedures.
- Observed universal safety precautions in order to prevent exposure to infectious diseases.
- Verified patient information by comparing the collected specimen labels with patient identification bracelets.
- Labeled tubes accurately with patient's name, date of birth and other relevant information as required by the lab.
Phlebotomy Team Lead
One Blood Incorporated
Kendall, FL
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Directed and coordinated the work of phlebotomists to ensure efficient department operations.
- Provided training, mentoring and coaching to new team members in order to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Performed daily quality control checks on laboratory equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient specimens collected and processed during shift.
- Implemented corrective action plans when needed to improve staff performance or processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Beach Senior High
Miami Beach, FL06-2015
Skills
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Specimen handling
- Appointment Scheduling
- Injection Administration
- Machine Calibration
- Customer Service
- Diagnostic Testing
- Medical Records Management
- Paperwork Processing
- Goal Minded
- Workload Management
- Relationship Building
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Self Motivation
- Professional Demeanor
- Effective Communication
- Staff Collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Phlebotomy Specialist
LabCorp
01.2024 - Current
Patient Access Coordinator 3
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, UAMS
04.2023 - 11.2023
Phlebotomy Specialist
LabCorp
03.2022 - 03.2022
Phlebotomy Specialist
LabCorp
11.2021 - 01.2022
Phlebotomy Team Lead
One Blood Incorporated
02.2020 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Miami Beach Senior High