Samantha Reese
Centralia,WA
Summary
Versatile healthcare and and medical professional with extensive experience providing both direct patient care in multiple settings and patient/client support in-laboratory. Proficient in the management of multiple tasks while ensuring the quality and accuracy of all duties performed, including basic clerical responsibilities. Expert in phlebotomy skills, specimen processing, and communication with patients and medical providers. Proficient in data entry, charting and documentation procedures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
10.2022 - Current
- Label transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport
- Complete proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients
- Establish and maintain positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie
- Receive and route messages or documents such as laboratory results to appropriate staff
- Determine source of payment by verifying program eligibility in government or insurance plans
- Organize and maintain patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff
Laboratory Assistant 2
Providence Health & Services
09.2019 - 10.2022
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols
- Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive laboratory operations
Phlebotomist
Providence Centralia Hospital
04.2013 - 04.2018
- Used multiple electronic medical software, including EPIC and MISYS to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence
- Labeled blood vials with critical information such as collection, date, and patient name
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self
- Conducted insurance verification and preauthorizations and managed patient charts
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents
- Documented patient medical information, case histories, and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing
- Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments
Home Health Manager
Self Employed
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement e ective treatment plans
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed
- Worked with vendors on provision of medical equipment, supplies and services
- Sterilized equipment and supplies using germicides and autoclaves to protect patients and sta from infection
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
- Managed schedules of di erent home healthcare nurses
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence St. Peter Hospital
01.2011 - 07.2012
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
- Preserved patient dignity and minimized discomfort by carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering and bathing
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding
- Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
Education
Associate: Associate of Applied Science -
North Seattle Community College
Bachelor's - Nursing
Washington State University
Skills
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Medical Terminology
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
Phlebotomist
LabCorp
10.2022 - Current
Laboratory Assistant 2
Providence Health & Services
09.2019 - 10.2022
Home Health Manager
Self Employed
10.2015 - 12.2016
Phlebotomist
Providence Centralia Hospital
04.2013 - 04.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence St. Peter Hospital
01.2011 - 07.2012
Associate: Associate of Applied Science -
North Seattle Community College
Bachelor's - Nursing
Washington State University
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