Tamika Smith
Ft. Pierce,FL
Summary
Dynamic lab professional with proven expertise in specimen handling and phlebotomy at Aya Healthcare. Recognized for enhancing laboratory efficiency and maintaining safety protocols. Strong interpersonal communication skills foster positive relationships with patients and staff. Adept at adapting to fast-paced environments while ensuring accurate and timely specimen processing.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist
Aya Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
- Actively participated in lab safety inspections, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Improved laboratory efficiency by streamlining sample processing and data recording procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Facilitated timely completion of experiments by maintaining a well-organized workspace and efficient workflow.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
COVID Testing
Whole Family Health Care
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Lab Assistant
Saint Lucie Medical Center
07.2013 - 06.2022
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Education
Cpt -
Indian River State University
Ft. Pierce, FL05.2000
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Park Aczdemy
Ft. Pierce, FL05-1992
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Laboratory techniques
- Specimen handling
- Sterilization techniques
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Specimen processing
- Sample preparation
- Centrifugation techniques
- Sample accessioning
- Laboratory documentation
- Specimen collection
- Phlebotomy
Timeline
Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist
Aya Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
COVID Testing
Whole Family Health Care
07.2023 - 12.2023
Lab Assistant
Saint Lucie Medical Center
07.2013 - 06.2022
Cpt -
Indian River State University
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Park Aczdemy