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Sharmell Easley

St. Louis,Missouri

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

PHLEBOTOMIST II

Quest Diagnostics
St. Louis
11.2021 - Current
  • Processing specimens including: labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, freezing and preparing for transport as required by test order
  • Perform all non-patient facing duties, including inventory, stock supplies, sanitizing, filing, answering phones and utilizing email as appropriate
  • Maintain all appropriate phlebotomy logs in a timely manner and based on frequency, such as maintenance logs and temperature logs.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories
  • Collect specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs
  • Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
  • Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
  • Manage patient flow to minimize wait times.
  • Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture using butterfly and straight needles.
  • Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments, and provided payment option setup assistance.

COLLECTION SPECIALIST II

American Red Cross
St. Louis, MISSOURI
12.2005 - 11.2021
  • Maintain and operate machines, such as those used for platelet collection
  • Determine donor suitability, according to interview results, vital signs, and medical history
  • Provide quality customer service
  • Charge of daily operations.
  • Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
  • Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test
  • Identified best veins for blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
  • Checked hemoglobin levels of individuals prior to blood donation.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using butterfly and straight needles.
  • Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
  • Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to
  • Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA

Education

A.O.S IN MEDICAL ASSISTING -

Vatterott College - Berkeley
St Louis, MO
04.2005

Timeline

PHLEBOTOMIST II

Quest Diagnostics
11.2021 - Current

COLLECTION SPECIALIST II

American Red Cross
12.2005 - 11.2021

A.O.S IN MEDICAL ASSISTING -

Vatterott College - Berkeley

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