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Melba Davis

Lancaster,Texas

Summary

Dedicated Phlebotomy Technician attentive to hospital protocols for blood handling samples and patient information. Expertise in venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen storage and quality assurance. Consistently relieves patient anxieties and maintains safety.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

QLT

Biolife Plasma Center
Arlington, TX
09.2022 - Current
  • Also perform blood draws,Completed recordkeeping, filing, and data entry duties.
  • Performed technical and quality systems audits of laboratory.
  • Performed routine preventive maintenance on equipment parts and materials.
  • Reported problems and concerns to management.

Phlebotomy Technician

Biolife Plasma Center
Arlington, Texas
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks daily.

Security Officer

USA PD
Dallas, TX
06.2021 - 10.2021

Observe and report (Dallas County Post)

Security Officer

City Of Dallas
Dallas, TX
03.2021 - 06.2021
  • Evaluated customer account information to assess current issues and determine potential solutions
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Operated detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.

Security Officer

DFW Security
Dallas, Texas
03.2017 - 03.2021
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
  • Reviewed camera and system feeds and alerted proper respondents regarding discrepancies.
  • Warned offenders about rule infractions and violations and verbally evicted violators from premises.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.

Unit Secretary

Select Speciality Hospital
Dallas, TX
09.2014 - 02.2017
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Completed skilled administrative work to support all office staff and operational requirements.
  • Executed administrative duties to facilitate unit tasks and meet team goals.
  • Developed training protocols for new unit secretaries.
  • Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests and care plans.
  • Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
  • Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
  • Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for over [Number] patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
Dallas, TX
02.2012 - 09.2014
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.

Patient Care Technician

Baylor Hospital Of Grapevine
Grapevine, TX
06.2011 - 02.2012
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.

Patient Care Technician

Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital
Dallas, TX
07.2008 - 09.2011
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
  • Transported elderly patients to and from facilities and performed essential ambulatory care.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Education

No Degree - Medical Assisting

National Education Center
Dallas, TX

Phlebotomy

Texas Career Institute
Dallas, TX
09.2017

High School Diploma -

A Maceo Smith New Tech High School
Dallas, TX
06.1990

Skills

  • MS Office proficiency
  • Inbound and outbound calling
  • Effective communication
  • Customer relationship management
  • Project management
  • Quality assurance
  • Sales techniques

Timeline

QLT

Biolife Plasma Center
09.2022 - Current

Phlebotomy Technician

Biolife Plasma Center
10.2021 - 09.2022

Security Officer

USA PD
06.2021 - 10.2021

Security Officer

City Of Dallas
03.2021 - 06.2021

Security Officer

DFW Security
03.2017 - 03.2021

Unit Secretary

Select Speciality Hospital
09.2014 - 02.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
02.2012 - 09.2014

Patient Care Technician

Baylor Hospital Of Grapevine
06.2011 - 02.2012

Patient Care Technician

Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2008 - 09.2011

No Degree - Medical Assisting

National Education Center

Phlebotomy

Texas Career Institute

High School Diploma -

A Maceo Smith New Tech High School
Melba Davis