Megan Beach
Asheville,NC
Summary
I started phlebotomy in 2013 and have enjoyed my experiences.
I stared working for Mission Hospital in Asheville. I was able to have the experience of working in the hospital and later transferred to the off campus urgent care facility and doctors offices where I was cross trained in POC lab techniques.
I finished my stay with Mission Hospital November of 2022.
I was the recruited by UNC Healthcare Blue Ridge Hospital in January of 2023 until July 9th 2023. I had to briefly resign to help my family after my father had a heartache.
I was able to return October 7th of 2023 and resume my duties.
I am currently with UNCBRHC as a weekend phlebotomist.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician
UNC Health Care Blue Ridge Hospital Grace Morganton
01.2023 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in identifying patients and matching them with their corresponding lab orders.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient confidentiality by upholding strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all phlebotomy procedures.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with both colleagues and patients.
Phlebotomy Technician
Mission Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
- Reduced patient anxiety by using effective communication skills and demonstrating empathy during blood draws.
Phlebotomy Technician
Mission Health System
12.2013 - 04.2019
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
- Reduced patient anxiety by using effective communication skills and demonstrating empathy during blood draws.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in identifying patients and matching them with their corresponding lab orders.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient confidentiality by upholding strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with both colleagues and patients.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all phlebotomy procedures.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Supported laboratory operations by maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas for optimal efficiency.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a comfortable experience for all individuals encountered during blood draws.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and improve job performance.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
Education
Phlebotomy Technician - Allied Health
Cleveland Community College
Shelby, NC12.2012
CNA 1 &2 - Allied Health
Cleveland Community College
Shelby, NC05.2011
Skills
- Blood collection techniques
- Venipuncture
- Patient preparation
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Specimen handling
- Order of draw
- Sample and specimen collection
- Anatomy knowledge
- Capillary puncture
- Patient confidentiality
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Infection Control
- Data Entry
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Patient Flow Management
- Quality Control
- Diagnostic Testing
- Recording data
- Biohazard Disposal
- Sample storage
- Medical Records Review
- Supply Restocking
- Documentation Management
- Quality control guidelines
- Medical Records Maintenance
- HIPAA
- Communication abilities
- Health Education
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimen Preparation
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient Care
- Patient support
- Paperwork Processing
- Butterfly Venipuncture
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Phlebotomy Technician
- Specimen Collection
- Sample Collection
- Decision-Making
- Blood Culturing
- Finger Stick Method
- Phlebotomy Technician (PT)
- Appointment Scheduling
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician
UNC Health Care Blue Ridge Hospital Grace Morganton
01.2023 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
Mission Hospital
06.2021 - 11.2022
Phlebotomy Technician
Mission Health System
12.2013 - 04.2019
Phlebotomy Technician - Allied Health
Cleveland Community College
CNA 1 &2 - Allied Health
Cleveland Community College
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