Markesha Varnell
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Accomplished Lab Services Coordinator and Phlebotomist with a proven track record at ProHealth Care and Lab Corp, specializing in venipuncture and patient care. Demonstrated ability to multitask and organize efficiently, enhancing lab operations and patient experience. Excelled in high-pressure environments, showcasing exceptional decision-making skills and adherence to HIPAA compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Services Coordinator
ProHealth Care
09.2022 - Current
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
- Developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews for staff.
- Delegated tasks to staff to organize and improve lab efficiency.
- Provided backup to front desk to step in to assist with various tasks whenever employee's was absent or at lunch.
- Completed weekly schedules 13 employees.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Phlebotomist
Lab Corp
03.2015 - 08.2022
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Contributed to maintenance of patient records, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information was available for healthcare providers.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-2005
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-2003
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Scheduling
- Decision-making
- Venipuncture
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Blood collection techniques
- Patient confidentiality
- HIPAA compliance
- Venipuncture expertise
- Pediatric phlebotomy
Timeline
Lab Services Coordinator
ProHealth Care
09.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist
Lab Corp
03.2015 - 08.2022
Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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