Tara Groves-Banks
Continuing Education Instructor Health Care & Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Dallas,TX
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills; hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level teaching position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist II
Baylor Scott & White University Hospital
Dallas , TX
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy
- Organized daily work based on collection priority
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 70-100 times per day
Medicaid Specialist I
Mississippi Regional Medicaid
Vicksburg , MS
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Documented all communication with applicants and inputted information into system .
- Followed guidelines when reviewing applicant data to determine eligibility for economic assistance.
- Communicated with people from various cultures and backgrounds on application process.
- Scheduled appointments with applicants to gather information and explain benefits processes.
- Interviewed applicants and explained scope of different available benefits.
- Assessed information gleaned from interviews, educational, and medical records, consultation with other professionals and diagnostic evaluations to identify clients' abilities, needs and eligibility for services.
- Handled 50 calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns
Mental Health Technician-Phlebotomist
Merit Health River Region Hospital
Vicksburg , MS
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Assisted and counseled 25-30 patients daily
Special Education Substitute Teacher
Claiborne County School District
Port Gibson , MS
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Instructed 25-30 students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
- Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
Phlebotomy Instructor
Claiborne County Public Schools
Port Gibson , MS
06.2010 - 07.2018
- Upheld classroom rules and regulations according to campus and department guidelines.
- Coached students on individual level with patience and positive reinforcement.
- Devised plans to support personal growth and improvement for sustained success both within and after program.
- Trained students in industry-leading sanitation and hygiene protocol to improve career readiness.
- Taught vein selection and blood extraction protocol in real-time with demonstration materials and in clinical settings.
- Taught hands-on and didactic portions of lab-based courses in adherence with IEC standards for curriculum development.
- Maintained up-to-date Phlebotomy Technician certification to sustain program relevance.
- Supported students with one-on-one coaching in career pursuits and post-program next steps.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
Child Protective Specialist
State Of Mississippi Department Of Human Service
Brookhaven , MS
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
- Maintained case records and legal documentation.
- Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
- Developed plans to strengthen family units.
- Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05.2019
Bachelors of Social Work -
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS03.2014
Certificate of Clinical Medical Assistant -
Southeastern Career & Technical Institute
Floowood, MS12.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Barbering
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS12.2005
High School Diploma -
Port Gibson High School
Port Gibson, MS06.1991
Skills
- Behavioral Skills Development
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Online Teaching
- Adult Technical & Career Education
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Social Development
- Behavior Redirection
- Home Visits
- Recreational Therapy
Additional Information
- National Honors Society
- Pi Gamma Mu
- Magna Cum Laude
Certification
- PT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Phlebotomy instructor
BLS
BLS/ CPR CERTIFIED
Timeline
Phlebotomist II
Baylor Scott & White University Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2022
Medicaid Specialist I
Mississippi Regional Medicaid
01.2020 - 12.2020
Mental Health Technician-Phlebotomist
Merit Health River Region Hospital
03.2018 - 03.2019
Special Education Substitute Teacher
Claiborne County School District
01.2018 - 12.2018
Child Protective Specialist
State Of Mississippi Department Of Human Service
06.2016 - 12.2016
Phlebotomy Instructor
Claiborne County Public Schools
06.2010 - 07.2018
Master of Business Administration -
Alcorn State University
Bachelors of Social Work -
Alcorn State University
Certificate of Clinical Medical Assistant -
Southeastern Career & Technical Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Barbering
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma -
Port Gibson High School
- PT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Phlebotomy instructor
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