Teressa Martin
Reynoldsburg,OH
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Laboratory Technician
Veterans Administration
Columbus, Ohio
06.2018 - 03.2022
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Analyzed bodily fluids with laboratory equipment and detected anomalies related to diseased states or acute injuries.
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
- Conducted evaluations for as many as 50 patients daily.
- Collect blood samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Phlebotomist
Mount Carmel East Hospital
Columbus, OH
10.2017 - 06.2019
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.
- Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.
Patient Care Technician
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, OH
04.2007 - 10.2018
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies.
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OHAssociate of Applied Science - Certified Medical Assistant
Kaplan College - Columbus
Columbus, OHHigh School Diploma -
Walnut Ridge High School
Columbus, OHSkills
- Blood and Tissue Sample Collection
- Quality Control Analysis
- Processing Specimens
- Aseptic Techniques
- Blood and Urine Analysis
- Universal Precautions
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- BAC and Drug Screening
- Sharps Disposal
- Glucose Monitors and Meters
- Patient Records Documentation
- Urinalysis
Certification
BLS and CPR certified
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Technician
Veterans Administration
06.2018 - 03.2022
Phlebotomist
Mount Carmel East Hospital
10.2017 - 06.2019
Patient Care Technician
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center
04.2007 - 10.2018
No Degree - Nursing
Columbus State Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Certified Medical Assistant
Kaplan College - Columbus
High School Diploma -
Walnut Ridge High School
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