Melinda Angell
Ranger,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using a compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients. 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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
Woodstock , GA
08.2015 - Current
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Phlebotomist
Pathgroup Labs
Woodstock, GA
07.2012 - 08.2015
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Technology Healthcare Practice Management
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA05-2023
Certificate - Healthcare Reimbursement Compliance Specialist
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA05-2023
Certificate - Healthcare Billing Coding Specialist
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA05-2023
Certificate - Healthcare Practice Manager
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA05-2022
Diploma - Business Technology/ Medical Administrative Spec
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA05-2022
Diploma - Business Healthcare Technology
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA12-2021
Certificate - Healthcare Billing Reimbursement Assistant
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA07-2021
Certificate - Administrative Support Assistant
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA12-2020
Certificate - Healthcare Office Assistant
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA07-2020
Certificate - Medical Coding
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA07-2020
Certificate - Medical Front Office
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA12-2016
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA09-2003
Skills
- Specimen Preparation
- Paperwork Processing
- Blood collection
- Venipuncture
- Infection Control
- Data Entry
- Patient support
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Patient Care
- HIPAA
- Health Education
- Medical Records Maintenance
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimen handling
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Anatomy and physiology
- Communication abilities
- Quality Control
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
08.2015 - Current
Phlebotomist
Pathgroup Labs
07.2012 - 08.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Business Technology Healthcare Practice Management
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Healthcare Reimbursement Compliance Specialist
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Healthcare Billing Coding Specialist
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Healthcare Practice Manager
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Diploma - Business Technology/ Medical Administrative Spec
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Diploma - Business Healthcare Technology
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Healthcare Billing Reimbursement Assistant
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Administrative Support Assistant
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Healthcare Office Assistant
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Medical Coding
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Medical Front Office
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Georgia Northwestern Technical College