Melissa Shannon

Alexander City

Summary

Results-focused [Industry] professional with strength in [Skill]. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging [Area of expertise] and [Area of expertise] knowledge to promote [Result]. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task]. Offering [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

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 compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Lab assistant/Lab assistant /Phlebotomy Technician

Sonic Healthcare USA

Birmingham

05.2022 - Current

Prepared samples for analysis following established laboratory protocols.
Assisted in the calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments.
Prepared samples for analysis by following standard laboratory procedures.
Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.

Lab assistant /Phlebotomy Technician

Grandview Medical Center

Birmingham

04.2021 - 03.2025

Assisted in preparing laboratory samples for testing and analysis.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of laboratory equipment and supplies.
Conducted routine quality control checks on laboratory instruments.
Documented laboratory procedures accurately in compliance with standards.
Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
Collected blood samples efficiently from patients of all ages.
Assisted in laboratory processing and handling of specimens.
Assisted in sample preparation and analysis using laboratory equipment.
Ensured proper labeling and storage of samples to maintain organization.
Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.
Prepared specimens for analysis by conducting sample processing and extraction techniques.

Phlebotomist

Russell MEDICAL CENTER

Alexander City

08.2008 - 07.2011

Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

HI TECH Institute

Orlando

02.2002

Associate of Science - MLT

Valencia College

Orlando, FL

08.1999

Skills

Analytical Thinking
Infection Control
Equipment Setup

Test Reporting
Laboratory Safety Procedures

Timeline