Rebecca Kendell Knight
Morristown,TN
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist with broad experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Skilled in blood collection, specimen processing, and patient interaction to ensure comfort and accuracy during procedures. Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of safety and hygiene, leading to improved patient satisfaction and efficiency in sample collection processes. Known for strong communication skills and teamwork, enhancing operational flow and patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Immunotek Bio Centers
Morristown, TN
05.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on specimen collection procedures and post-draw care.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Calibrated equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision on patients of varying ages and health statuses.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
Sr. Lab Assistant
Morristown Hamblen Hospital
Morristown, TN
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Identified the best, appropriate needle size and location for each blood draw.
- Ensured the correct use of collection tubes and containers for the requested lab orders.
- Took collected blood samples, a UA, and swabs to the lab for testing.
- Correctly labeled blood vials with patient information, initials, and time of draw.
- Verbally and manually identified patients.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
Specimen Collector
AEGIS SCIENCES CORPORATION, SE Region
Kodak, TN
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Identified the patient's name and date of birth for urine drug screens and/or pregnancy tests.
- Entered patient information and results into the computer system.
- I observed UA drug screens when advised by the facility manager.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for shipping.
- Stocked, took inventory and placed orders for materials needed.
Medical Assistant/Technician
Tazewell Orthopaedic And Arthritis Clinic
Tazewell, TN
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Assisted patients with scheduling appointments, filling out forms and providing instructions for follow-up care.
- Maintained accurate patient records by updating information in electronic health record systems.
- Administered medications as directed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Ordered supplies and maintained inventory levels as needed.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
East Tennessee Center For Orthopaedic Excellence
Morristown, TN
10.2014 - 02.2021
- Entered patient information into the EMR system (Modernizing Medicine).
- Escorted patients to exam room, pulled up MRI/CT/X-rays for physicians diagnostic review.
- Applied a wide range of splinting/casting and traction techniques in accordance with physicians instructions.
- Positioned patients to properly apply cast, splints, dressings and removal of the same.
- Proficient knowledge of a wide variety of braces, boots and immobilizers, etc.
- Delegated and provided training to new hires on daily routines, EMR system, drawing up steroid injections and demonstrated how to correctly fit braces to patients.
- Contacted suppliers to place orders for all bracing equipment and responsible for keeping up to date inventory.
- Collected blood draws for PRP injections.
Phlebotomist
Morristown Hamblen Hospital
Morristown, TN
11.2012 - 10.2014
- As previously stated with my job experience at Morristown Hamblen, my duties were very similar. The only major difference is we had COWs we took to collection and scanned off the labels.
Phlebotomist
Jefferson Memorial Hospital
Jefferson City, TN
03.2011 - 10.2012
- As previously stated with my job experience at Morristown Hamblen, my duties were very similar.
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy Technician
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN09-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management/Marketing
Carson Newman College
Jefferson City, TN07-2000
Associate of Science - Elementary Education K-8
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN08-1998
High School Diploma -
Morristown West High School
Morristown, TN05-1995
Skills
- Clinical Training
- Cast/Splint/Dressing application and removal
- EMR proficient
- Escribe medications
- UA drug screen/oral swab collections
- Suture/Staple removal
- Responsible for all chemo blood draws
- Knowledge of different types of bracing and how to fit them correctly
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Immunotek Bio Centers
05.2024 - Current
Sr. Lab Assistant
Morristown Hamblen Hospital
10.2021 - 04.2024
Specimen Collector
AEGIS SCIENCES CORPORATION, SE Region
05.2021 - 10.2021
Medical Assistant/Technician
Tazewell Orthopaedic And Arthritis Clinic
02.2021 - 04.2021
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
East Tennessee Center For Orthopaedic Excellence
10.2014 - 02.2021
Phlebotomist
Morristown Hamblen Hospital
11.2012 - 10.2014
Phlebotomist
Jefferson Memorial Hospital
03.2011 - 10.2012
Certificate - Phlebotomy Technician
Walters State Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management/Marketing
Carson Newman College
Associate of Science - Elementary Education K-8
Walters State Community College
High School Diploma -
Morristown West High School
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