TayJa Hill
Independence
Summary
Phlebotomy Technician with over five years in hospital and laboratory settings. Adept in venipuncture, specimen processing, and order verification, consistently ensuring patient safety and satisfaction while meeting operational demands.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician II
Saint Luke's Health System
08.2025 - Current
- Executed venipuncture and specimen collection using vacutainer tubes, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles to ensure accurate diagnostics.
- Verified laboratory orders and resolved discrepancies with nursing staff and physicians to maintain data integrity and patient safety.
- Accurately label, process, and transport specimens according to laboratory protocols.
- Enter patient and specimen information into the electronic medical record.
- Prioritized specimen collections to consistently meet turnaround times and support timely patient care.
- Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
Phlebotomy Technician II
St. Mary's
Blue Springs
09.2022 - Current
- Collect blood specimens from patients using a variety of venipuncture techniques.
- Validate specimen collection orders and communicate discrepancies to clinical staff.
- Logged patient information and test orders into laboratory systems, ensuring accurate tracking and processing.
- Managed workload by prioritizing specimen collections, contributing to streamlined operations.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central laboratory, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
Phlebotomy Technician
University Health
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Collected blood samples from diverse patient populations in inpatient and outpatient settings to ensure accurate diagnoses.
- Labeled and handled specimens according to strict laboratory procedures.
- Verified physician orders and documented patient information to support seamless healthcare delivery.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, fostering a supportive environment for individuals undergoing procedures.
Retail Associate / Online Grocery Shopper / Team Lead Trainee
Walmart
Lee's Summit
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Executed picking and preparation of grocery orders for timely pickup and delivery.
- Supported customers in selecting apparel and fulfilling online grocery orders.
- Ensured inventory accuracy and optimized merchandise displays for improved customer engagement.
- Received nomination for Best Customer Service in November 2019.
- Trained in leadership and team supervision responsibilities.
Education
Associate of Science -
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS08-2026
Phlebotomy Certification -
Metropolitan Community College
Kansas City, MO11-2020
High School Diploma -
Harry S. Truman High School
Independence, MO12-2017
Skills
- Blood collection
- Specimen handling
- Order Verification
- EMR management
- LIS management
- Patient safety
- Specimen shipping
- Patient Care
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Quality Assurance
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician II
Saint Luke's Health System
08.2025 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician II
St. Mary's
09.2022 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
University Health
11.2020 - 05.2022
Retail Associate / Online Grocery Shopper / Team Lead Trainee
Walmart
08.2018 - 11.2020
Associate of Science -
Johnson County Community College
Phlebotomy Certification -
Metropolitan Community College
High School Diploma -
Harry S. Truman High School