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Shauntrell Brown

Houston,TX

Summary

Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Experienced with laboratory techniques and standardized testing procedures. Utilizes precision and attention to detail to ensure accurate and reliable results. Knowledge of safety protocols and quality control measures ensures safe and efficient work environment.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Technician

LabCorp
05.2024 - Current
  • Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
  • Improved patient comfort and trust with compassionate communication and professional bedside manner.
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
  • Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Increased patient satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of professional phlebotomy services tailored to individual needs.
  • Actively engaged with patients to educate them on proper post-draw care, reducing potential complications and ensuring their comfort throughout the process.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Handled insurance verification tasks using [Software] and [Software] to validate patient insurance information.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.

Floater Phlebomist

Quest Diagnostics
06.2020 - 05.2024
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample
  • Travel to additional sites when needed.
  • Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
  • Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
  • Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Trained new phlebotomists in proper blood collection techniques and safety protocols, elevating overall quality of care.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
04.2007 - 06.2020
  • Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups
  • Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc.
  • Perform data entry of patient information in accurate and timely manner
  • Process billing information and collect payments when required
  • Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis
  • Maintain patient and specimen information logs
  • Provide superior customer service to all patients
  • Administrative and clerical duties as necessary
  • Travel to additional sites when needed.

Education

GED -

Certificate of High School Equivalency
07.1999

Skills

  • Specimen labeling procedures
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • Safety Compliance
  • Phlebotomy
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Data Entry
  • Specimen Processing
  • Specimen Collection
  • Laboratory safety protocols

Timeline

Laboratory Technician

LabCorp
05.2024 - Current

Floater Phlebomist

Quest Diagnostics
06.2020 - 05.2024

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
04.2007 - 06.2020

GED -

Certificate of High School Equivalency
Shauntrell Brown