Samantha Thomas
Fountain,MN
Summary
Compassionate Phlebotomist known for maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing tasks. Specialize in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient communication, ensuring comfort and clarity during procedures. Excel in time management, adaptability, and empathy, skills that enhance patient experience and streamline laboratory operations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, MN
06.2002 - Current
- Trained new staff on phlebotomy practices, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and sample labeling procedures.
- Utilized venipuncture techniques for various patient demographics and conditions.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Ensured accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens, contributing to high standards of patient care.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
- Performed venipuncture in fast paced work environment.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Built strong rapport with co-workers, management, and patients, enhancing teamwork and communication.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline specimen collection processes, enhancing overall patient care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glenville-Emmons High School
Glenville, MN06-1999
Phlebotomy
Mayo School of Health Sciences
Rochester, MNSkills
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Outcall Phlebotomy
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- JI trained
- Subject matter expertise on instructing patients with various specimen types
Accomplishments
Karis Award
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Mayo Clinic
06.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Glenville-Emmons High School
Phlebotomy
Mayo School of Health Sciences