Motivated and detail-oriented laboratory worker with 14 years of experience as an assistant to scientists in the fields of the lab. Efficient in multitasking, record keeping, communicating, and proofreading. Adaptable collaborator who provides contributions to projects and shares credit with team members.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist
Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center Laboratory Services
Leitchfield, KY
04.2021 - Current
Achieved zero errors in processing.
Responded promptly to urgent requests from medical staff.
Ensured time-sensitive samples were collected within required time limits.
Processed specimens for Reference labs such as ARUP, LabCorp, and Mayo.
Managed staff with point of care glucometers.
Deciphering & placing orders from care providers into software
Proficient Meditech, Epic, SunQuest, and Putty.
Practiced using all patient identifiers to assure patient identification.
Reception work i.e. phone calls, email, memos, & faxing.
Inventorying and Stocking all work areas to keep work flow smooth.
Receiving, sorting, centrifuging, & distributing specimens to appropriate department.
Researching appropriate specimen collection and volume techniques for specialized testing such as send outs to LabCorp
Electronically ordering lab request in Putty for ARUP, LabCorp, and Mayo.
Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
Contacted physicians, nursing stations, or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.
Phlebotomist/Registration Clerk
Twin Lakes Regional Medical Center
Leitchfield, KY
04.2011 - 12.2021
Obtained knowledge about Medicare, Medicaid, and various insurances
Practiced using all patient identifiers to assure patient identification
In-putting patient information to register for admission, laboratory, surgery & other various procedures
Communication skills with Physicians and patients
Welcomed as many as 30 patients daily, directing to appropriate departments within facility and coordinating assistance with transportation.
Lab Technician
Dr. Kenneth E. Green, MD
Leitchfield, KY
01.2008 - 04.2011
Utilized phlebotomy skills on Dr. Green's patients.
Collected urine specimens.
Practiced using all patient identifiers to assure patient identification.
Observed urines through microscope with Dr. Green's assistance.
Resulted Lipid Panels, CBCs, and PTs with Dr. Green's assistance.
Reception work including phone calls, scheduling, faxing, & memos.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Kentucky Community & Technical College System
Versailles, KY
01-2026
High School - Business and Medical
Breckinridge County High School
Harned, KY
01-1987
Skills
Sample Processing Efficiency
Multi-tasking in fast-paced environments
Performance under stressful situations
Client communication in healthcare
Laboratory safety protocols
Laboratory techniques
Research and documentation
Record preparation
Sterilization techniques
Lab safety protocols
Biohazard management
Phlebotomy
Certification
Phlebotomy Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
CPR Certified, 2026-01
MLT (ASCP), 2026-05
Professional summary
Maintained exceptional patient rapport. Dedicated Lab Assistant Phlebotomist. Compassionate professional committed to patient care. Adhered to all safety guidelines. Experienced in managing high-pressure situations. Researching appropriate specimen collection and volume techniques for specialized testing such as send outs to LabCorp, ARUP, and Mayo.
Dependable Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Timeline
Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist
Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center Laboratory Services
04.2021 - Current
Phlebotomist/Registration Clerk
Twin Lakes Regional Medical Center
04.2011 - 12.2021
Lab Technician
Dr. Kenneth E. Green, MD
01.2008 - 04.2011
High School - Business and Medical
Breckinridge County High School
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Technology