TASHA R. BROWN
Jackson,MS
Summary
To use my skills and expertise to promote quality health care with customer service and knowledge in the field of medicine.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Assistant
FMOLHS-Franciscan Missionaries Of Our Lady of the Lake- St Dominic
05.2023 - 09.2025
- Conducted laboratory tests with precision, ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols.
- Assisted in specimen collection and processing, maintaining a sterile environment for accurate results.
- Collaborated with medical staff to streamline sample handling procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained junior staff on laboratory techniques and best practices, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
Medical Assistant
Next Level Urgent Care
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures, and patient education to enhance healthcare delivery.
- Managed patient check-ins and coordinated appointments to enhance clinic efficiency.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Completed EKGs, ear irrigations, venipunctures, employee drug screens, health screens, physicals, breath tests, and other laboratory tests based on patient presentation in office.
PATIENT SERVICE TECHNICIAN
LABCORP
06.2017 - 10.2022
- Collected, processed, packaged, and shipped patient samples for laboratory testing.
- Ensured accuracy and compliance with safety protocols, with an expertise in pediatric and geriatric draws, including hard to stick patients.
- Administered medical and pre-employment drug screens, health physicals screens, collected payments,registered & checked-in patients.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Collected forms, insurance card, and co-pay to facilitate registration process and prepare patient for appointment.
PHLEBOTOMIST
Merit Health Central
04.2012 - 03.2015
- Collected & processed blood & urine samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, preparing them for laboratory analysis.
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques to ensure patient safety and specimen integrity, with a focus on patient comfort and procedure efficiency.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
PHLEBOTOMIST, LAB ASSISTANT
ST. DOMINIC HEALTH HOSPITAL
06.2009 - 04.2012
- Collected & processed blood, urine, and other bodily fluids specimens for laboratory analysis servicing in patient and out patient setting.
- Adhered to standard operating procedures and quality control and safety measures.
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and compliance.
- Streamlined specimen handling processes, improving turnaround times for laboratory results.
Education
Medical Assistant Program -
Delta Technical College
Ridgeland, MS01-2012
Phlebotomy -
Hinds Community College Nursing Allied
Jackson, MS05.2009
Skills
- Expertise in Pediatric & Geriatric venipuncture/capillary sticks
- Specimen processing, packaging and shipping of all bodily fluids
- Excellent Customer Service Provider
- Direct Patient Care including preparing and administering medications
- Patient registration and check-ins management & operations, including collecting payments and insurance
- Receptionist skills (Microsoft Office, handling calls, data entry) & patient charting
- Time management/ Organizing and ordering department supplies
- Supervising/Leadership/Teaching & Training Abilities
- ER & Laboratory protocol/Standard Operating Procedures Expert
- Oral/Written Communication skills/Medical terminology knowledge
- Pre-Employment and Medical Drug Screens/ Physical and Health Screens
- POC Testing / DNA Testing- Breath Tests / EKGs
- Home Health Care Service Provider
- Experience in fast paced environment able to service 75 patients in a shift
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Assistant
FMOLHS-Franciscan Missionaries Of Our Lady of the Lake- St Dominic
05.2023 - 09.2025
Medical Assistant
Next Level Urgent Care
10.2022 - 05.2023
PATIENT SERVICE TECHNICIAN
LABCORP
06.2017 - 10.2022
PHLEBOTOMIST
Merit Health Central
04.2012 - 03.2015
PHLEBOTOMIST, LAB ASSISTANT
ST. DOMINIC HEALTH HOSPITAL
06.2009 - 04.2012
Medical Assistant Program -
Delta Technical College
Phlebotomy -
Hinds Community College Nursing Allied