Mikia Rivers
Houston,TX
Summary
To obtain a position in the medical field as a phlebotomist technician working in a positive compassionate quality care facility environment with a high degree of enthusiasm. Highly-skilled phlebotomist with Number 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
Externship Phlebotomy
07.2019
- B12 shots, Lipo shots, Routine venipuncture, Patient BP, EKG
Patient Service Technician
Kelsey-Seybold
Houston, TX
02.2024 - Current
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Streamlined inventory process for phlebotomy supplies, preventing shortages and overstock situations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment, ensuring patient safety.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
Phlebotomist
Hillcroft Medical Clinic
Sugar Land, TX
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport for Quest and LabCorp specimens
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Perform finger sticks and venipuncture
Phlebotomist
Octopharma Plasma
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Perform venipunctures, Operate automated plasmapheresis machines, Maintain compliance with SOP, regulatory guidelines and sanitation protocols, Monitor patient condition
Education
Phlebotomy Program -
Smithwood Medical Institute, LLC
Houston, TX01.2019
Medical Assistant Program -
Texas School of Business
Webster, TX01.2013
Diploma -
La Marque High School
La Marque, TX01.2011
Skills
- Clinical training
- CPR/BLS certified
- Vitals signs
- Non-Blood specimens and text specimens
- Capillary puncture equipment and procedures
- Qualified in specimen recording knowledge of HIPPA
- Proficient in routine venipuncture
- Coaching other team members
Timeline
Patient Service Technician
Kelsey-Seybold
02.2024 - Current
Phlebotomist
Hillcroft Medical Clinic
04.2021 - 01.2024
Phlebotomist
Octopharma Plasma
02.2020 - 10.2020
Externship Phlebotomy
07.2019
Phlebotomy Program -
Smithwood Medical Institute, LLC
Medical Assistant Program -
Texas School of Business
Diploma -
La Marque High School