Robyn Langone Forbes
Phlebotomist
Massapequa,NY
Summary
Professional with expertise in phlebotomy, skilled in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient interaction. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs, ensuring precision and reliability in fast-paced environments. Strong focus on team collaboration, maintaining high standards, and driving results. Efficient in handling biohazard materials and maintaining sterile conditions, contributing to optimal patient care and laboratory accuracy.
Healthcare professional skilled in phlebotomy procedures and patient interactions. Proven ability to perform blood draws and handle specimens with care and accuracy. Valued for collaborative team efforts and achieving results in dynamic environments. Known for excellent patient rapport and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Chemotherapy Unit
09.2021 - Current
- Drawing Blood
- Vitals
- EKG's
- Assist In Bone Marrow procedures
- BLS Certified
- Support Nursing Team
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by properly labeling and processing collected specimens for testing.
- Upheld strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
- Reduced specimen collection errors with thorough patient verification and accurate order interpretation.
- Kept work area clean and organized, adhering to strict standards for sanitation and infection prevention.
- Increased patient comfort during blood draws by utilizing effective communication skills and gentle techniques.
- Accurately documented relevant information within electronic health records systems, contributing towards smooth clinical workflow.
- Supervised inventory management, ensuring adequate stock of supplies for seamless daily operations.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through teamwork, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Assisted in training new phlebotomists, leading to increased staff proficiency and overall team performance.
Certified Phlebotomy Team Lead
Enzo Clinical Labs
11.2018 - Current
- Drawing blood from all ages
- Accessioning
- Stocking rooms
- Place orders
- Bagging blood
- Recording temperatures
- Blood cultures
- Breath tests maintaining HIPAA compliance
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Medical Assistant
Oncology a Division of Prohealth
12.2016 - Current
- Obtain blood specimen by venipuncture and finger sticks
- Run CBC in Micro 60 and Pentra 60, record results in chart
- Accession blood using LabGen program
- Set up and assist with bone marrow procedure and staining
- Bring patient into room confirm name and DOB, take all vitals
- Maintain equipment, order and stock supplies, manage inventory
- Maintain log books (temperature, refrigerator, centrifuge etc.)
Medical Assistant
Oncology a Division of Prohealth
04.2018 - 10.2018
- EMR
- Urinalysis
- Throat cultures
- Taking patient histories
- Drawing blood
- Patient call backs
- Vitals
- Stocking rooms
- Ordering supplies
- EKG
- Blood sugars
- Accessioning
- Other lab testing
Phlebotomist
Island Cardiac Specialists
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Obtain blood specimen by venipuncture and finger sticks
- Run CBC in Cell-dyn 1800
- Preformed urine culture, blood culture, Guaiac testing, Coumadin level
- Accession blood LabDaq and Harvest
- Confirm name and DOB, take all vitals
- Educate patients on health tips for specified reasons
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Medical Assistant
South Shore Hematology/Oncology
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Obtain blood specimen by venipuncture and finger sticks
- Confirm name and DOB, take all vitals
- Set up and assist with bone marrow procedure and staining
- Preformed urine culture, blood culture, Guaiac testing, Coumadin level
- Administer Aranesp, Procrit, B12
- Performed phlebotomies
- Run CBC in Cell-dyn 1800
- Prepare and stained blood smears
- Handled physicians phone calls and messages
Education
High school diploma -
Medical Assisting
Ultrasound Diagnostics
Glen Cove, NY01-1998
Phlebotomy Certification - Phlebotomy
National Phlebotomy Assoc
01-1996
Skills
- Healthcare Records Organization
- Experience with EMR Implementation
- Hospital experience
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Patient Care
- Specimen collection / processing
- Experience Administering Injections
- Venipuncture
- Service Excellence
- Medical terminology
- Laboratory Experience
- Prioritization Expertise
- ORGANIZATION SKILLS
- Medical Office Experience
- Clinical laboratory experience
- Think and solve problems quickly on feet and under pressure
- Vital Signs
- HIPAA
- Order of draw
- Venipuncture technique
- Blood culture collection
- Specimen labeling
- Capillary puncture
- Patient preparation
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Equipment sterilization
- Anatomy
- Proper tourniquet application
- Blood collection
- Patient identification
- Glucose testing
- Blood smear preparation
- Needle selection
- Patient care
- Sample and specimen collection
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Patient confidentiality
- HIPAA compliance
- Data entry
- Specimen handling
- Health and safety
- Technical troubleshooting
- Quality control
- Staff management
- Paperwork processing
- Quality assurance
- Recording data
- Emergency response training
- Specimen preparation
- Patient assessment
- Medical records management
- Medical records maintenance
- Hemoglobin testing
- Medical records review
- Medical records handling
- Therapeutic phlebotomy
- Specimen collection and storage
- EMR recordkeeping
- Proper labeling
Certification
- Phlebotomist, 07/01/96, Present
- BLS Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Medical Assistant Certificate
Additional Information
Reiki 1 Practitioner, Reiki 2 Practitioner, Practicing End of life Doula
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Chemotherapy Unit
09.2021 - Current
Certified Phlebotomy Team Lead
Enzo Clinical Labs
11.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant
Oncology a Division of Prohealth
04.2018 - 10.2018
Medical Assistant
Oncology a Division of Prohealth
12.2016 - Current
Phlebotomist
Island Cardiac Specialists
01.2011 - 01.2015
Medical Assistant
South Shore Hematology/Oncology
01.2003 - 01.2011
High school diploma -
Medical Assisting
Ultrasound Diagnostics
Phlebotomy Certification - Phlebotomy
National Phlebotomy Assoc
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