Odessa Turay
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Phlebotomy professional with hands-on experience in venipuncture, capillary draws, and patient identification. Supports accurate specimen labeling, sample processing, and calm patient care in busy clinical settings while maintaining organized workflow and clear communication with medical staff.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Raleigh, NC
08.2026 - Current
- Verifying patient identity (cross-checking names birthday and medical records).
- Reviewing medical name and history making sure specific testing requirements are met confirming the patient has fast if required.
- Managing patient anxiety explaining procedures clearly , providing a compassionate bedside manner and calming nervous patients or young children .
- Perform venipuncture and capillary draws, selecting the correct needle gauge and method based on the patient age and vein conditions
- Drawing the correct order of draw utilizing the proper color coded vials .
- Processing and laboratory logistics , labeling samples immediately printing and placing barcodes or handwritten labels on vials at the side of the patient to ensure complete accuracy.
- Processing specimens using a centrifuge to separate blood components .
- Data entry inputting collection time patients details and diagnostic note into the clinic electronic medical records .
- Preparing samples for transport packing and securing specimens under controlled temperatures to be safely shipped to centralized testing laboratory.
Phlebotomist
Lower Buck Hospital
Bristol, PA
10.2025 - 08.2026
- Sample collection: Performing Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture to obtain blood samples.
- Patient Identification and safety: Verifying patient identity using two identifiers and ensuring proper patient preparation.
- Labeling and processing: Accurately labeling specimens logging them into computer systems and prepping them for analysis.
- Patient care: Calming nervous patients and monitoring for adverse reactions such as dizziness during the procedure.
- Maintenance: Maintaining a clean organized and stocked workspace while adhering to safety protocols ( CDC and OSHA standards).
- Clerical Task: Answering Phones handling patient orders and communicating with medical staff.
Phlebotomist
Lower Buck Hospital
Bristol, PA
10.2025 - 08.2026
- Sample collection: Performing Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture to obtain blood samples.
- Patient Identification and safety: Verifying patient identity using two identifiers and ensuring proper patient preparation.
- Labeling and processing: Accurately labeling specimens logging them into computer systems and prepping them for analysis.
- Patient care: Calming nervous patients and monitoring for adverse reactions such as dizziness during the procedure.
- Maintenance: Maintaining a clean organized and stocked workspace while adhering to safety protocols ( CDC and OSHA standards).
- Clerical Task: Answering Phones handling patient orders and communicating with medical staff.
Phlebotomist Technician
Temple University Hospital Jeanes and Fox chase campus
Philadelphia, PA
06.2022 - 08.2026
- PERFORM A VARIETY OF GENERALLY ROUTINE DUTIES INVOLVING IN DRAWING AND COLLECTING OF BLOOD SPECIMEN FROM IDENTIFIED PATIENTS.
- RECORD NECESSARY INFORMATION FOLLOWING ESTABLISHED METHODS AND PROCEDURES AND ALL HOSPITAL RULES AND REGULATIONS.
- RECEIVING AND PROCESSING SPECIMENS AND MAINTAINING LABORATORY SUPPLIES.
- IDENTIFIES SPECIMENS COLLECTED WITH LABEL CONTAINING PROPER PATIENT'S IDENTIFIERS AND OTHER REQUIRED REGULATED INFORMATION.
- DELIVER AND/OR SEES THAT SPECIMENS ARE DELIVERED TO APPROPRIATE OR DESIGNATED AREA.
Phlebotomist Technician
Temple University Hospital Jeanes and Fox chase campus
Philadelphia, PA
06.2022 - 08.2026
- PERFORM A VARIETY OF GENERALLY ROUTINE DUTIES INVOLVING DRAWING AND COLLECTING OF BLOOD SPECIMENS FROM IDENTIFIED PATIENTS.
- RECORD NECESSARY INFORMATION FOLLOWING ESTABLISHED METHODS AND PROCEDURES AND ALL HOSPITAL RULES AND REGULATIONS.
- RECEIVING AND PROCESSING SPECIMENS AND MAINTAINING LABORATORY SUPPLIES.
- IDENTIFIES SPECIMENS COLLECTED WITH LABEL CONTAINING PROPER PATIENT'S IDENTIFIERS AND OTHER REQUIRED REGULATED INFORMATION.
- DELIVER AND/OR SEES THAT SPECIMENS ARE DELIVERED TO APPROPRIATE OR DESIGNATED AREA.
Patient Care Associate/Preceptor -phlebotomist
Einstein Medical Center
East Norriton, PA
04.2016 - 04.2025
- Assisting with vital signs, EKGs, mobility assistance, bladder scans, phlebotomy, and monitoring of blood glucose levels. Providing care to designated patients and aid in supporting the patient care team by performing and assisting with activities of daily living, and continuous observation including suicide prevention and patient safety.
Patient Care Associate/Preceptor -phlebotomist
Einstein Medical Center
East Norriton, PA
04.2016 - 03.2024
- Assisting with vital signs, EKGs, mobility assistance, bladder scans, phlebotomy, and monitoring of blood glucose levels. Providing care to designated patients and aiding in supporting the patient care team by performing and assisting with activities of daily living, and continuous observation including suicide prevention and patient safety.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, and daily hygiene on Einstein Medical Center units.
- Recorded vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Transferred patients safely using lifts, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pine Run Community
Doylestown, PA
12.2012 - 04.2016
- Delivered direct patient care and supported activities of daily living to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Assisted Pine Run Community residents with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene.
- Monitored resident vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Repositioned residents to support comfort and prevent skin breakdown.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Visiting Angels
Jenkintown, PA
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Provided direct patient care, assisted with activities of daily living, supported mobility, monitored vital signs, transported patients to appointments, reminded patients about medications, and prepared meals while ensuring patient safety and maintaining clean, orderly surroundings.
- Skills: Medical Assistant, CNA & BLS.
- Assisted Pine Run Community residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Supported residents during meals, hydration, and special dietary routines.
Float Phlebotomist
labcorp
Philadelphia, PA
02.2012 - 09.2013
- Perform blood collection by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups.
- Collected specimens for drug screening procedures, ensuring compliance with testing protocols
- Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis
- Perform data entry of patients' information in an accurate and timely manner
- Delivered exceptional customer service to patients, enhancing their experience and satisfaction
- Entered billing information and collected payment.
- Traveled to various sites to fulfill project requirements and ensure timely service delivery
Certified Nursing Assistant
Comfort Keepers
Jenkintown, PA
03.2011 - 06.2013
- Provided direct patient care and assisted with daily living activities, facilitating mobility and monitoring vital signs.
- Supported Pine Run Community residents with daily personal care and comfort
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting needs
- Monitored resident vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff
Education
Phlebotomy (CERTIFICATE) -
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Philadelphia, PA10-2021
Phlebotomy (Certificate) -
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Philadelphia, PA10-2021
Medical Assistant (High school diploma) -
Prism Career Institute
Philadelphia, PA01-2011
NURSE ASSISTANT (CERTIFICATE) -
Job Corps Opportunity Center
Foothill, PA01-2009
Biology, Science, English, Math, Physics, Business etc (Certificate) -
BRYANT HOUSE SECONDARY
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA06-2005
BIOLOGY, SCIENCE, ENGLISH, MATH, PHYSICIS, BUSINESS ETC (CERTIFICATE) -
BRYANT HOUSE SECONDARY
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA06-2005
Skills
- Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy experience (11-15 years)
- English
- Customer service
- Microsoft Outlook
- GPS
- Epic
- Triage
- STRONG COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- Vital Signs
- Heavy lifting
- Computer skills
- Medical Terminology
- INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
- Communication skills
- Medical Assistant, CNA & BLS
- Patient Care - Patient care experience (16-20 years)
- Microsoft Excel
- CNA
- Computer operation
- Blood sampling - Largest number of blood draws completed daily (More than 30 blood draws)
- Basic life support
- Windows
- Laboratory Experience - Laboratory experience (6-10 years)
- Patient transport
- Nursing administration
- Nursing
- Quality control
- Venipuncture
- GPS navigation
- Medical Assistant
- Data entry
- Home health
- Clerical experience
- Insurance Verification
- Microsoft Word
- Organizational skills
- Hospital Experience
Personal Information
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- CPR Certification
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Driver's License
- AED Certification
- CNA
- Certified Home Health Aide
- ASCP Certification
- Medical Technologist
- AHA Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Phlebotomist
WakeMed Health & Hospitals
08.2026 - Current
Phlebotomist
Lower Buck Hospital
10.2025 - 08.2026
Phlebotomist
Lower Buck Hospital
10.2025 - 08.2026
Phlebotomist Technician
Temple University Hospital Jeanes and Fox chase campus
06.2022 - 08.2026
Phlebotomist Technician
Temple University Hospital Jeanes and Fox chase campus
06.2022 - 08.2026
Patient Care Associate/Preceptor -phlebotomist
Einstein Medical Center
04.2016 - 04.2025
Patient Care Associate/Preceptor -phlebotomist
Einstein Medical Center
04.2016 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pine Run Community
12.2012 - 04.2016
Float Phlebotomist
labcorp
02.2012 - 09.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Visiting Angels
01.2012 - 12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Comfort Keepers
03.2011 - 06.2013
Phlebotomy (CERTIFICATE) -
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Phlebotomy (Certificate) -
GET PHLEBOTOMY
Medical Assistant (High school diploma) -
Prism Career Institute
NURSE ASSISTANT (CERTIFICATE) -
Job Corps Opportunity Center
Biology, Science, English, Math, Physics, Business etc (Certificate) -
BRYANT HOUSE SECONDARY
BIOLOGY, SCIENCE, ENGLISH, MATH, PHYSICIS, BUSINESS ETC (CERTIFICATE) -
BRYANT HOUSE SECONDARY