Patricia Pfeiffer-Odeyemi

Date: June 2018-present

GRADE LEVEL: 5

SALARY: $53,000

Supervisor: Maria Scarfone Ext-6840

Hours Per Week: 40

• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
• Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
• Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
• Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
• Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
• Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
• Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
• Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
• Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Date: February 2015-2018

GRADE LEVEL: 7

SALARY: $53,000

Supervisor: Donna Vogel

Hours Per Week: 40

• Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
• Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
• Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
• Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
• Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
• Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
• Conducted monthly inventories/ordering of supplies and components on work floor.
• Compiled data highlighting key metrics to report information, determine trends and identify methods for improving department needs.
• Evaluated report data to proactively adjust and enhance operations.
• Supported case management, OEF/OIF/OND, and non-institutional programs by administering work structure of several assigned areas
• Hold accountability in preparing status reports, briefings, and presentations; validating computer system information dissemination to providers, consumers and payers.
• Placed work orders
• Set up VANTS line meetings
• Assisted with travel arrangements for department directors.
• Navigated intermittently with POS
• Troubleshooting and minor affixing with hardware and software challenges for staff.
• Helped with staff T&L (time & leave)

Date: Feb 2010-2015

GRADE LEVEL: 6

SALARY: $42,000

Supervisor: Kim Barry

Hours Per Week: 40

• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
• Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
• Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
• Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
• Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
• Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
• Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
• Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.