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Overview
Work History
Education
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Key Qualifications
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Sakirah DeVaughn

Augusta,GA

Summary

Seeking a career path where I can utilize my skills and talents with a forward leaning organization that respects and rewards loyalty and competence. Team-driven professional successful supervising staff members, organizing great recreational activities and building lasting relationships. Multitasking Life Enrichment Director offering compassion and respect while communicating effectively. Creative in developing activities and expeditions that spark interest. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Phlebotomist & Receptionist

Grifols Plasma Center
Augusta, GA
06.2020 - Current
  • Responsible for efficient and effective collection of plasma from donors by venipuncture, monitor pheresis process and following standard operating procedures.
  • 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.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve phlebotomy processes.
  • Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.

Medical Assistant

Vine street medical associates
Philadelphia, PA
08.2016 - 11.2017
  • Hired as a temporary medical assistant
  • Patient care, injections, CBC, A1c, EKG's, vital signs, blood pressure, office assistant, urinalysis etc.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.

Mental Health Direct Support Professional

Cohmar
Philadelphia, PA
02.2014 - 07.2015
  • Assist staff with administering various medications to residents
  • Escorted residents to and from workshops
  • Light housekeeping
  • Assisted with all daily living, organized medications and performed blood pressure and vital signs.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
  • Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
  • Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Marketing Assistant

Southern Siding & Window Company
Augusta, GA
06.2018 - 05.2020

Data Entry, scheduled appointments, product descriptions in great detail, customer service relations, answered all incoming calls, made outgoing phone calls to customers involving company products.

  • Contributed to weekly team meetings, brainstorming sessions and staff appraisals.
  • Generated leads through phone calls, emails and face-to-face interactions.
  • Worked closely with product development teams to create and maintain marketing materials for sales presentations and client meetings.
  • Input new data, updated old records and cross-checked information to keep marketing database up-to-date.
  • Maintained documentation, detailing assignments, in-progress work and completed project milestones.

Medical Assistant

Park Side Family Medicine - Clinicals
Philadelphia, PA
02.2013 - 03.2014
  • Highly trained in venipunctures, capillaries, injections, EKG's, blood pressure and vital signs
  • Understand and comprehend all medical terminology and patient care.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.

Life Enrichment Manager

Sunrise Assisted Living
Playa Vista, CA
09.2006 - 07.2011
  • Assisted residents with all daily living
  • Baked homemade cookies and desserts
  • Escorted and accompanied residents for fine dining
  • Performed vital signs, temperatures and weights daily
  • Light housekeeping and completed other various task as needed.
  • Increased resident socialization through implementation of wide range of fun, educational and family-oriented activities.
  • Provided one-on-one programs and activities for residents unable to participate in group settings.
  • Planned zoo trips, shopping excursions and religious worship opportunities for residents.
  • Collaborated closely with residents, using effective communication to better understand favorite activities.

Education

A.S.N Currently Enrolled - Registered Nurse

Aiken Technical College
Graniteville, SC

Certified Phlebotomist -

Tender Care Training LLC

Medical Assistant -

Harris School of Business, Upper Darby Campus

Medical Assistant Refresher Courses - Medical Assisting

Breath Of Life Training
Martinez, GA

Diploma - General Education

Martin Luther King High School
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • Computer Literacy
  • Customer Service
  • Cooking Demonstrations
  • Staff Supervision
  • Venipuncture
  • Sample and Specimen Collection
  • Capillary puncture
  • Order of draw knowledge
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Continuous learning
  • Proper labeling procedures
  • Team collaboration
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Specimen handling
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Injection Administration
  • Butterfly Venipuncture
  • Specimen Collection
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)

Key Qualifications

  • Certified Phlebotomist
  • Proficient in Medical Terminology
  • Operation and maintenance of bio-medical equipment
  • PC and Microsoft office literate
  • Pre & Post- operational care and monitoring
  • Knowledge of HIPPA Rules and Regulations
  • Comprehension of safety precautions, quality improvement methods, and prolonging of a tourniquet
  • CPR & Basic Life Support Certified.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Phlebotomist & Receptionist

Grifols Plasma Center
06.2020 - Current

Marketing Assistant

Southern Siding & Window Company
06.2018 - 05.2020

Medical Assistant

Vine street medical associates
08.2016 - 11.2017

Mental Health Direct Support Professional

Cohmar
02.2014 - 07.2015

Medical Assistant

Park Side Family Medicine - Clinicals
02.2013 - 03.2014

Life Enrichment Manager

Sunrise Assisted Living
09.2006 - 07.2011

A.S.N Currently Enrolled - Registered Nurse

Aiken Technical College

Certified Phlebotomist -

Tender Care Training LLC

Medical Assistant -

Harris School of Business, Upper Darby Campus

Medical Assistant Refresher Courses - Medical Assisting

Breath Of Life Training

Diploma - General Education

Martin Luther King High School
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