Sarena Houston
Imlay City,MI
Summary
SUMMARY Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Experience in adapting and stepping into new roles to help benefit the team or business as a whole. Adept to new settings and capable of retaining information and skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PHLEBOTOMIST
LAPEER MCLAREN HOSPITAL
04.2023 - Current
- INDEPENDENTLY AND IN TEAM SETTING TO COMPLETE THE JOB
- WORK UNDER FAST PACED ENVIRONMENT
- ADAPTABLE TO CHANGES IN DAY TO DAY JOB EXPECTATIONS
- ABILITY TO ACCURATELY DRAW BLOOD WITH MINIMAL OR NO COMPLICATION
- LABELS AND MANAGES SPECIMEN CORRECTLY
- UNDERSTANDS MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY AND TESTS ASSOCIATED WITH CERTAIN TUBES
- IDENTIFY PATIENTS' IDENTIFICATION ACCURATELY
- ABLE TO EXPLAIN BLOOD DRAWING PROCEDURES TO PATIENTS AND QUESTIONS REGARDING ACT
- DATA ENTRY AND COMPUTER SKILLS
- DETAIL ORIENTED AND COMMITTED TO ENSURING PATIENT CONFIDENTIALITY
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between regulations.
MANAGER
Mcdonalds
05.2020 - 04.2023
- Work in team environment to create best results possible
- Communicate and problem solve for customers and other fellow employees
- Organize paperwork and people to create a stable work environment Manage, oversee, and maintain correct food safety standards Execute and delegate tasks to other employees to keep a clean work environment Keep accurate records of cash and secure money for transportation Serve food desired by patrons and keep up-to-date products
- Followed safety protocols and company processes and procedures
- Performed opening and closing duties as part of the management team and handled cash management
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity
- Directed and led employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency
- Organized schedules, workflows and shift coverage to meet expected business demands
LIFEGUARD, City of Lapeer Community Center
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Managed and maintained pool chemicals and facilities including: open pool area, outside pool area, locker rooms and restrooms Educated customers, provided assistance, and practiced customer service regarding safety in a chaotic environment Organized and contributed to paperwork for the pool's data sheets
- Performed rescues in the event of a drowning or accident
- Assisted and prepared in seasonal family nights and private parties
- Abided and followed the Bloodborne Pathogen Standards
- Additional Accomplishments Academic Excellence and Academic Pins
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Lapeer Educational Center
Lapeer, MI12.2022
No Degree - Nursing
Macomb Community College
Macomb, MI12.2020
High School Diploma -
Imlay City High School
Imlay City 05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Lapeer Education And Technology Center
Lapeer, MISkills
- Training and mentoring
- Attention to detail
- Empathy and interpersonal skills
- Issue resolution
- Advanced written and communication skills
- Venipuncture and Capillary Puncture
- Data Recording
- Patient Support
- Specimen Labeling Procedures
- Equipment and Supply Inspections
- Time Management
- Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Specimen Collections
- HIPAA
- Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Strong Client Relations
- Safety Training
- Organized
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
PHLEBOTOMIST
LAPEER MCLAREN HOSPITAL
04.2023 - Current
MANAGER
Mcdonalds
05.2020 - 04.2023
LIFEGUARD, City of Lapeer Community Center
01.2018 - 12.2020
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Lapeer Educational Center
No Degree - Nursing
Macomb Community College
High School Diploma -
Imlay City High School
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Lapeer Education And Technology Center
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
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