Porchia Brown
Chicago,United States
Summary
Compassionate phlebotomist with proven expertise. Excelling in venipuncture and patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and adaptability in diverse situations. Maintained strict infection control protocols, ensuring specimen integrity and timely results. Committed to delivering high-quality, personalized phlebotomy services in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
08.2016 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Performed urine and hair drug screening.
- Performed DNA and fingerprint test.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
Phlebotomist
Alexian Brothers Hospital
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
Education
Certificate Of Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Stars Academy School of Phlebotomy
Hickory Hills, IL08.2008
High School Diploma - General Studies
Proviso East High School
Maywood, IL05.2006
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Drug screening
- DNA testing
- Fingerprint
Certification
Certified Phlebotomist
Timeline
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
08.2016 - Current
Phlebotomist
Alexian Brothers Hospital
01.2014 - 08.2016
Certificate Of Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Stars Academy School of Phlebotomy
High School Diploma - General Studies
Proviso East High School