Samantha Williams
Wytheville,VA
Summary
- Reliable individual with skills and experience as Laboratory Technician.
- Smart and committed to job well done and offering exceptional drive. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
- To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time-management, and problem-solving skills.
- Highly skilled phlebotomist with 2 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing them for further analysis.
- Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician/ Phlebotomist
Forest Family Care
Wytheville, VA
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
- Assisted in the implementation of new electronic medical record systems for efficient patient tracking and accurate documentation.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
- Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Contributed to the development of phlebotomy training materials, enhancing the skillset of new employees and improving overall team performance.
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
Babysitter
Private Families
Wytheville, VA
05.2018 - 08.2022
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Collaborated closely with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies that improved overall behavior patterns.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Administration
Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VA05.2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA05.2026
Associate of Science - Health Science
Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VA12.2023
High School Diploma -
George Wythe High School
Wytheville05.2022
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Specimen Preparation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Lab result interpretation
- Test Planning
- Sample Preparation
- Antibody screening
- Data Collection
- Documentation And Reporting
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Attention to Detail
- Coagulation tests
- File and RecordKeeping
- Team Management
- Laboratory Testing
- Mathematics
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Machine Calibration
- Butterfly needle technique
- Sample and specimen collection
- Blood collection techniques
- Blood Culturing
- Customer Service
- Specimen handling
- Sample Processing
- Decision-Making
- Lab Reporting
- Goal Minded
- Communication abilities
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Skin puncture
- Diagnostic Testing
- Sample storage
- Butterfly Venipuncture
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Venipuncture
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Adaptable approach
- Finger Stick Method
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- HIPAA
- Medical Records Review
- Patient Care
- Patient support
- Relationship Building
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Capillary puncture
- HIPAA Compliance
- Injection Administration
- Instrument Sterilization
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Medical Records Maintenance
- Syringe method
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Patient preparation
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Monitoring
- Standardized Testing
- EClinicalWorks Software Proficiency
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Google Drive
- Problem Resolution
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Cultural Awareness
- Intravenous therapy
- EMR Systems
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Valid Driver's License
- ICD-10 codes
Timeline
Laboratory Technician/ Phlebotomist
Forest Family Care
08.2022 - Current
Babysitter
Private Families
05.2018 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Health Administration
Wytheville Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
Associate of Science - Health Science
Wytheville Community College
High School Diploma -
George Wythe High School