Sadaitra Hope
Department of Veterans Affairs
Cross City,FL
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Language
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Certification
10
years of professional experience
Dedicated Lead Medical Technician with extensive experience in phlebotomy, infection control, and laboratory documentation. Recognized for mentoring staff, improving specimen workflows, and supporting high standards in patient care and safety.
Work History
Lead Medical Technician
4 Years 2 Months- Performed routine and STAT laboratory testing while maintaining accuracy, quality control, and compliance with CLIA requirements.
- Performed routine and STAT laboratory testing
- Coordinated specimen collection, labeling, and transport using laboratory information systems and patient identification protocols.
- Verified test orders, accessioned specimens, and resolved discrepancies in CPRS and VistA workflows.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of junior technicians, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a collaborative team environment in the laboratory setting.
- Coordinate and provide staff training.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Successful Venipuncture
- Order of Draw
- Teamwork
Medical Technician
5 Months- Collected specimens following VA laboratory and infection control protocols.
- Prepared patients forr a successful blood draw
- Monitored sample integrity during transport, labeling, and chain-of-custody handling.
- Phlebotomy
- Communication skills
- Sanitized and maintained clean work areas
- Verified orders, matched specimens, and resolved documentation discrepancies before testing.
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Collected laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
1 Year 3 Months- Assisted with daily patient care, hygiene, mobility, and comfort measures.
- Delivered compassionate bedside care, monitoring vital signs and reporting condition changes promptly.
- Maintained accurate charting in electronic health records, ensuring timely documentation and compliance.
- Responded quickly to patient needs, de-escalating concerns and escalating urgent issues appropriately.
- Provided personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities.
- Assisted in feeding
- Show compassion and respect
- Maintained a clean environment by changing linens and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights in a timely manner.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Record fluid intake and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
1 Year 7 Months- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Vital signs
- Recorded fluid intake and output.
- Change of linens and disposal of trash
- Assisted in bathing
- Assisted in oral hygiene.
- Assisted in feeding
- Hoyer Lift
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Accurate documentation of patient information daily.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Laboratory management
Advanced phlebotomy
Specimen processing
Specimen handling
Verbal communication
Electronic documentation
HIPAA
Direct patient care
Care coordination
Patient interaction
Communication skills
HIPPA
Patient assessment
Training development
Specimen management
Phlebotomy techniques
Managing schedules
Communication skills
Laboratory workflow
Specimen processing
Certification
CPR/BLS
Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Medical Technician
Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
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