Shanquanek Turner
Houston,TX
Summary
Lead phlebotomy professional with solid background in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient care. Proven track record of improving lab efficiency and accuracy through strong technical skills and meticulous attention to protocol. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing clinical environments. Reliable and results-focused, with commitment to quality and patient safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Phlebotomist
CHI ST.JOSEPH HEALTH
Bryan, TX
04.2023 - Current
- Accelerated at collecting blood samples, Follow order of draw, Ensure all specimens are sent to the lab
- Assisted clinical staff with urgent diagnostic needs, prioritizing STAT tests
- Help increase Patient satisfactory score by 50%
Phlebotomy Instructor
Harper Rand
Conroe, TX
08.2021 - 02.2025
- Accelerated at coaching students on individual levels with patience and positive reinforcement
- Exceeded at training students in industry-leading sanitation and hygiene protocol to improve career readiness
- Taught hands-on and didactic portions of lab-based courses in adherence with IEC standards for curriculum development
Patient Service Representative
LabCorp
Conroe, TX
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Consistently completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients
- Insured all tubes were labeled properly and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
Willis, TX
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures
Phlebotomist/patient Service Representative
BioReference Laboratories Inc.
Bryan, TX
06.2018 - 09.2021
- Served customers in friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service
- Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories
- Increased customer satisfaction by 10%
Phlebotomist Secretary
St.joseph Regional Health Center
Bryan, TX
12.2012 - 06.2018
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Handled insurance verification tasks using Medi tech and to validate patient insurance information
Education
Diploma -
Travis B Bryan High School
Bryan, TX05.2010
Skills
- Order of draw
- Venipuncture
- Lab safety protocols
- Patient care
- Sample and specimen collection
- Specimen handling
Certification
- BLS Certification
- PBT (ASCP)
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- CPR Certification
- ASCP Certification
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Lead Phlebotomist
CHI ST.JOSEPH HEALTH
04.2023 - Current
Patient Service Representative
LabCorp
03.2022 - 04.2023
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics
09.2021 - 02.2022
Phlebotomy Instructor
Harper Rand
08.2021 - 02.2025
Phlebotomist/patient Service Representative
BioReference Laboratories Inc.
06.2018 - 09.2021
Phlebotomist Secretary
St.joseph Regional Health Center
12.2012 - 06.2018
Diploma -
Travis B Bryan High School