Tamika Johnson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Lead Phlebotomy Technician at Rush University Medical Center, skilled in venipuncture and EMR recordkeeping. Enhanced lab efficiency by mentoring staff and implementing safety protocols. Proven leader with a focus on patient confidentiality and teamwork, driving a 20% improvement in specimen processing accuracy.
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in phlebotomy and team management, poised for impactful contributions. Proven record of managing efficient workflows and maintaining high-quality patient care standards. Exhibits strong team collaboration and adaptability to dynamic healthcare environments, ensuring reliable and flexible support.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LEAD PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
01.2019 - Current
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols for blood collection procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation standards.
- Supported team by preparing equipment and ensuring cleanliness of workspaces.
- Gained proficiency in using phlebotomy tools and techniques under supervision.
- Collected blood samples following strict safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Processed and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring compliance with laboratory standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on phlebotomy techniques and patient interaction strategies.
Phlebotomist
University of Illinois at Chicago
08.2006 - 12.2018
- Collected blood samples efficiently, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of specimens and patient information for effective tracking and reporting.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for venipuncture techniques and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline specimen processing workflows, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards in laboratory procedures.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
Education
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Illinois School of Health Careers
Chicago, IL05-2006
Skills
- Order of draw
- Lab safety protocols
- Blood collection techniques
- Needle disposal
- HIPAA compliance
- Specimen handling
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Patient confidentiality
- EPIC
- Proper labeling
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- EMR recordkeeping
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Team leader
- Professionalism
Certification
- PBT, American Society of Clinical Pathologist
Certification #25693956
- RPT, American Medical Technologist
Certification # 204475
Timeline
LEAD PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
01.2019 - Current
Phlebotomist
University of Illinois at Chicago
08.2006 - 12.2018
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Illinois School of Health Careers
Similar Profiles
Nicole MendozaNicole Mendoza
Patient Access Representative at Rush University Medical Center, RUMCPatient Access Representative at Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
Aidan RochaAidan Rocha
Hospital Volunteer at Rush University Medical Center, RUMCHospital Volunteer at Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
MICHELLE A. KEMPMICHELLE A. KEMP
Medical Assistant at Rush University Medical Center, RUMCMedical Assistant at Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
Jason FigueroaJason Figueroa
Firefighter at ELK MOUNTAIN HOTSHOTS Mendocino National ForestFirefighter at ELK MOUNTAIN HOTSHOTS Mendocino National Forest
Jason FigueroaJason Figueroa
Sales Associate at Macy'sSales Associate at Macy's