Matthew Schick
Charleston,SC
Summary
Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 2 plus's years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Laboratory Sciences Of Arizona
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
- Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Supported quality assurance efforts by diligently documenting all relevant information during the collection process, ensuring accurate test results for patients and providers alike.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Shift Manager
Five Guys Burgers And Fries
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Achieved consistent customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Managed employee schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours, resulting in a smoother workflow.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Monitored inventory levels closely, maintaining optimal stock availability while minimizing waste and costs.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Education
GED -
Fossil Ridge High School
Fort Collins, CO07.2017
Skills
- Medical Testing
- Venipuncture
- Infection Control
- Data Entry
- Specimen Preparation
- Patient Confidentiality
- Paperwork Processing
- Quality Control
- Specimen Labeling Procedures
- Sample and Specimen Collection
- Patient preparation
- Venipuncture expertise
- Communication abilities
- Medical terminology knowledge
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Blood collection techniques
- Blood culture collection
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Laboratory Sciences Of Arizona
05.2021 - 08.2023
Shift Manager
Five Guys Burgers And Fries
09.2017 - 05.2021
GED -
Fossil Ridge High School
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