Allison Cummings
Fort Mill,SC
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist bringing over 35 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.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Phlebotomist
Piedmont Hospital And Medical Center
Rock Hill, SC
03.2021 - Current
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Prepared supplies needed for specimen collection including tourniquets, gauze pads, alcohol swabs.
- Followed infection control guidelines when handling biohazardous materials such as needles, tubes.
- Reported any incidents or irregularities observed during specimen collection process according to lab policies.
- Responded promptly to requests from medical personnel regarding urgent blood draws or special needs.
- Adhered to quality standards set by the laboratory for specimen collection techniques.
- Processed specimens according to laboratory instructions while adhering to safety regulations.
Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
Northwell Health System
Glen Cove, NY
04.1989 - 02.2021
- Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in technology or scientific methodologies relevant to the field.
- Maintained records of laboratory testing results and prepared reports for review by medical staff.
- Provided guidance to laboratory personnel on specimen collection techniques, quality control practices, and instrument maintenance.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to ensure proper operation and safety compliance.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with applicable federal, state, local laws, regulations, guidelines, standards and accreditation requirements.
- Served as a liaison between the lab department and other departments within the organization.
- Evaluated test methods for efficiency and accuracy before implementing them into practice.
- Trained new employees on proper use of laboratory equipment and safety protocols.
- Supervised clinical laboratory personnel during daily operations to ensure accuracy of testing processes.
- Conducted staff meetings to discuss laboratory policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Coordinated with external vendors for purchase orders related to lab supplies or services.
- Monitored inventory levels of reagents and supplies used in the laboratory setting.
- Conducted performance evaluations for subordinate staff members on a regular basis.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from internal and external customers regarding any technical or operational matters pertaining to the lab environment.
- Followed laboratory guidelines for handling biological specimens.
- Collected blood or tissue samples from patients for lab work.
Education
Technical License - Phlebotomy
American School of Phlebotomy Tech
Hempstead, NY09-1984
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt Junior Senior High School
Roosevelt, NY06-1984
Skills
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Sample Preparation
- Communication Abilities
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Specimen Handling
- Data Entry
- Specimen Preparation
- Blood Collection
- Infection Control
- Quality Control
- Staff Management
- Health Education
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Patient Care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Laboratory Phlebotomist
Piedmont Hospital And Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
Northwell Health System
04.1989 - 02.2021
Technical License - Phlebotomy
American School of Phlebotomy Tech
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt Junior Senior High School
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