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SOTHIA WALTON

Huntsville,AL

Summary

Patient-oriented Phlebotomist offering 25 years of experience in laboratory and clinical settings. Technically proficient in key phlebotomy techniques, universal precautions and sterilization protocols. Team-oriented and skilled in training students and new hires on policies and procedures. Productive Phlebotomist offering 25 years of experience in collecting blood specimens in healthcare settings. Proven leader with success in recommending and introducing strategies to improve workflow, specimen processing and customer service related to patient care. Calm and comforting with stressed patients. Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients. Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 25 years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level Phlebomist position to help launch career while achieving company goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Phlebotomist/Processer

Crestwood Medical Center
Huntsville, AL
11.2023 - Current
  • Performed phlebotomy procedures on patients in a professional, safe and timely manner.
  • Monitored the inventory of supplies and equipment used for phlebotomy services.
  • Ensured that all laboratory specimens were collected, labeled, logged and stored properly prior to transport.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient test results and other relevant information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Provided feedback to medical staff regarding abnormal or unexpected lab results.
  • Assessed patient conditions before performing venipuncture to determine appropriateness for specimen collection.
  • Adhered to universal precautions guidelines when handling blood specimens according to OSHA standards.
  • Responded quickly and efficiently to any emergency situations related to phlebotomy services or equipment malfunctioning.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to collecting samples, ensuring that appropriate tests were ordered for each individual case.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control guidelines at all times.
  • Coordinated with other departments within the hospital and clinic setting as needed in order to complete tasks related to specimen collection.
  • Documented daily activities including number of specimens collected, quality assurance measures taken.
  • Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
  • Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
  • Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
  • Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
  • Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
  • Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.

Phlebotomist II/Floater

Pathgroup Laboratories
Atlanta, GA
02.2019 - 08.2022
  • Perform blood draws competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible
  • Record phlebotomy requisitions
  • Identify the patient by comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient's identification band before venipuncture is performed
  • Display courteous, professional manner towards patients, co-workers, nursing and medical staff
  • Label and record all test tubes, log procedures and file paperwork
  • Demonstrate knowledge of color top tube to use, volume of blood needed and test requirements
  • Dispose all sharp instruments in sharps container, schedule regular biohazards disposal
  • Clean and supply venipuncture trays to medical provider
  • Maintain clean work area as well as order supplies as needed
  • Complete assigned duties efficiently and in a timely manner
  • Prioritize STAT, scheduled, and outpatient orders
  • Follow policy and procedures for the Clinic and Laboratory.

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Hillandale Primary Care
Lithonia, GA
04.2018 - 01.2019
  • Triage all incoming patients: vitals, record medical history, confirm purpose of visit
  • Perform nursing procedure under the supervision of the Physician and Physician's Assistant
  • Ensure patients comprehend all instructions from the providers
  • Send patient prescriptions ordered by the Physician to the patients pharmacy
  • Perform Phlebotomy as well as administer medications and vaccinations
  • Perform EKGs, vision and hearing screening
  • Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, prepare sterilization as required
  • Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls
  • Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e
  • Refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.)

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Georgia Clinic pc
Norcross, GA
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Perform nursing procedures under supervision of physician or physician assistant
  • Assist physician and physician assistant in exam rooms
  • Escort patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient's chart
  • Perform phlebotomy and administer injections
  • Give instructions to patients as instructed by physician or physician assistant.

Appointment Coordinator

Peachtree Orthopedic Clinic
Atlanta, GA
07.2013 - 05.2015
  • Pre-register each new patient, obtain required PPI
  • Schedule appointment based on Physician availability, location, time, payor mix, and injury status for all locations
  • Communicate with physicians and other clinical staff members regarding schedule change and conflicts
  • Triage calls for on-calls Physician
  • Maintain individual and group voice mail and return both inside and outside calls in a timely manner.

Education

AA in Medical Assistant -

Gwinnett College-Lilburn
03.2017

AA Medical Office Administration in Medical Office Administration -

Gwinnett College-Lilburn
12.2016

Diploma in General High School Completion -

University of Alaska Anchorage
01.2005

Skills

  • Donor screening
  • Specimen handling
  • Health Education
  • Sanitation and sterilization
  • Venipuncture
  • Patient Care
  • Infection Control
  • Venipuncture Expertise
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Data Entry
  • Blood collection
  • Paperwork Processing
  • Patient support
  • HIPAA
  • Quality Control
  • Hemoglobin Testing
  • Communication abilities
  • Medical terminology knowledge

Certification

  • BLS/CPR, 11/01/23
  • Phlebotomy, 10/01/15, 10/01/22

Timeline

Lead Phlebotomist/Processer

Crestwood Medical Center
11.2023 - Current

Phlebotomist II/Floater

Pathgroup Laboratories
02.2019 - 08.2022

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Hillandale Primary Care
04.2018 - 01.2019

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Georgia Clinic pc
05.2017 - 08.2017

Appointment Coordinator

Peachtree Orthopedic Clinic
07.2013 - 05.2015

AA in Medical Assistant -

Gwinnett College-Lilburn

AA Medical Office Administration in Medical Office Administration -

Gwinnett College-Lilburn

Diploma in General High School Completion -

University of Alaska Anchorage

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