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Shameika L. Davis

Newberry,FL

Summary

  • To secure a position that will give me an opportunity to utilize my extensive experience, and exceptional verbal communication skills. Qualifications
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician
  • Customer Service Specialist
  • Working fast and efficiently in an environment that demands professionalism.

Endearing Medical Technician committed to ensuring patients are comfortable and at ease while under hospital supervision. Gifted with superb oral and written communication skills. Hands-on experience preparing treatment rooms, performing medical administrative duties and retrieving and interpreting laboratory and procedure results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Technician Phlebotomy

Malcom Randall Va Hospital
03.2019 - Current
  • Clerical duties checking patients in and out answering phones call transferring to appropriate department
  • Processing and collecting urines to be analyzed
  • Conducting urine drug screens for in house and pre -employment
  • Prepare packages and ship specimens to testing laboratory
  • Ensure safety requirements are met for the proper use, storage, and disposal needles and medical equipment
  • Perform phlebotomy procedures to obtain blood samples
  • Staying up to date on all SOP’s and Media Lab
  • Performing venipuncture using order of draw techniques in accordance with draw and safety guidelines
  • Experience in CPRS and Vista with corresponding with Nurses and physicians
  • Proficiency in adding orders and deleting in Vista and or CPRS
  • Effective communication accurate documentation to improve patient care
  • Communicating with the nurses and physicians through Teams using medical terminology
  • Efficient and proficiency demonstrate organizational, time management, analytical, delegation, written, and verbal skills
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards appropriate to position
  • Identifies problems and implements and/or recommends solutions
  • Demonstrate organizational, time management, analytical, delegation, written, and verbal skills.
  • Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
  • Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.

Lead Phlebotomist Technician

Southeastern Integrated Medical Clinical Laboratory
10.2014 - 02.2019
  • Clerical duties checking patients in and out of the clinic
  • Collecting urine samples and performing venipuncture
  • Performing venipuncture in the order of draw in accordance with safety guidelines
  • Instructing patients on how to correctly collect samples.
  • Conducted quality control checks on equipment, ensuring proper functioning and consistent results.
  • Increased efficiency by maintaining organized workstations and well-stocked inventory levels.
  • Managed daily operations, including staff scheduling, budgeting, and lab maintenance tasks.
  • Assessed patients'' conditions prior to phlebotomy procedures, identifying potential complications or contraindications before proceeding safely with the procedure.
  • Streamlined workflow by implementing innovative processes and procedures.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients by fostering trust during the blood collection process.
  • Led initiatives aimed at optimizing workflows which resulted in increased productivity within the department.
  • Regularly reviewed latest research in phlebotomy techniques to stay current on industry advancements.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture through active engagement in team meetings and events.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Implemented best practices for specimen handling to minimize contamination risks.

Traveling Phlebotomist

Ecco Lab Clinical Laboratory Outpatient
02.2011 - 12.2015
  • Performing 50 sticks or more daily as well as packaging specimens to state standards for transporting Performing venipuncture using order of draw techniques
  • In accordance with draw and safety guidelines Performing venipuncture using order of draw techniques in accordance with draw and safety guidelines
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Lab Assistant Phlebotomy

Shands Hospital Clinical Laboratory, Outpatient Laboratory
03.2009 - 04.2012
  • Currently performing finger sticks and heel and capillary draws on varies patients including infants, adolescents, and geriatrics
  • Instructing students through mentorship and technical skills to phlebotomy interns assigned to draw station and improving techniques and building confidence in students by graduation date also performing EKGs.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
  • Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
  • Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
  • Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
  • Provided assistance in training new lab personnel on proper techniques, safety guidelines, and protocol adherence for smooth integration into the team environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newberry High School
Newberry, FL
06.1995

Skills

  • Specimen handling
  • Infection control protocols
  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Specimen Collection
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • Phlebotomy expertise
  • Sample Collection
  • Specimen Processing

Timeline

Medical Technician Phlebotomy

Malcom Randall Va Hospital
03.2019 - Current

Lead Phlebotomist Technician

Southeastern Integrated Medical Clinical Laboratory
10.2014 - 02.2019

Traveling Phlebotomist

Ecco Lab Clinical Laboratory Outpatient
02.2011 - 12.2015

Lab Assistant Phlebotomy

Shands Hospital Clinical Laboratory, Outpatient Laboratory
03.2009 - 04.2012

High School Diploma -

Newberry High School
Shameika L. Davis