Tayana Kalima
‘Aiea,HI
Summary
Dedicated phlebotomist with extensive experience at Diagnostic Laboratory Services, skilled in venipuncture and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols. Recognized for training new staff and improving workflow efficiency, contributing to a high-quality laboratory environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Clinical Labs of Hawaii
07.2024 - 07.2025
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques to ensure patient safety and sample integrity.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by accurately labeling and organizing samples.
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
Phlebotomist
Diagnostic Laboratory Services
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Responded promptly to patient inquiries, enhancing overall satisfaction with services provided.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Phlebotomist
Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
01.2019 - 04.2023
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Documented patient information and collection details accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
Phlebotomist
Kaiser Permanente
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques to ensure patient safety and sample integrity.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
Phlebotomist
Diagnostic Laboratory Services
01.2007 - 08.2016
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
- Supported laboratory technicians by preparing and organizing samples for analysis, facilitating smoother workflow.
- Trained new phlebotomists in proper blood collection techniques and safety protocols, elevating overall quality of care.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Waianae Health Academy
Waianae, HI01-2005
No Degree - High School Diploma
Waianae High School
Waianae, HI05-2004
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- HIPAA compliance
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Blood collection techniques
- Capillary puncture
- Data entry
- Specimen preparation
- Quality control
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Syringe method
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Medical terminology
- Emergency response training
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Clinical Labs of Hawaii
07.2024 - 07.2025
Phlebotomist
Diagnostic Laboratory Services
04.2023 - 07.2024
Phlebotomist
Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center
01.2019 - 04.2023
Phlebotomist
Kaiser Permanente
08.2016 - 08.2018
Phlebotomist
Diagnostic Laboratory Services
01.2007 - 08.2016
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Waianae Health Academy
No Degree - High School Diploma
Waianae High School