Tina Vanhuyse
Lake Orion,MI
Summary
Organized lab assistant with several years of hands-on experience and exceptional skills in recordkeeping and specimen collection. Well-trained and comfortable dealing with complex and sensitive laboratory equipment. Accurate in extracting reliable and valuable results. Hardworking and competent professional with extensive knowledge in clinical laboratory operations. Punctual and professional, willing to work various shifts and driven to perform successfully in solitary role or as part of team. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Excellent patient- relations skills- known for gentle touch, and ability to alleviate patient anxieties.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lab Assistant/Medial Assistant
Michigan Center For Fertility & Women's Health
Plymouth, MI
10.2019 - Current
- Calibrated instruments according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Provided technical guidance to junior staff members regarding laboratory procedures and protocols.
- Performed routine laboratory tests, such as cell culturing, PCR and ELISA assays.
- Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when performing experiments.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory equipment or processes.
- Prepared specimens for analysis by conducting sample processing and extraction techniques.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.
- Conducted routine maintenance on lab equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
- Recorded and reported test results accurately according to established procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Processed specimens to ensure accurate results.
- Prepared paperwork for laboratory orders, including appropriate coding.
- Verified patient identification prior to collection of specimens using two forms of ID verification.
- Stored collected specimens according to established protocols for transport to the laboratory.
- Educated patients regarding the procedure and answered any questions they had.
- Labeled specimen containers with patient information accurately and legibly.
- Performed venipuncture and skin puncture on patients of all ages.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper phlebotomy techniques.
- Provided assistance to medical personnel when needed during emergency situations.
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Prepared and Collected specimens for Genetics Kits to send to outside Lab- Natera
Medical Lab Assistant/Medical Assistant
Preferred Family Medicine
Madison Heights, MI
03.2014 - Current
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper phlebotomy techniques.
- Participated in continuing education programs designed to improve technical skills related to phlebotomy services.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.
- Performed preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Prepared laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, process, or quality control.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Used time management and adaptability skills to prioritize and run multiple tests.
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples.
Phlebotomist
Beaumont Hospital
Royal Oak, MI
06.2007 - 03.2014
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Reported any abnormal results or trends to supervisor or laboratory manager.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
Phlebotomy
River District Hospital
Saint Clair, MI
11.1998 - 06.2002
- Performed phlebotomy procedures including venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Conducted daily maintenance of phlebotomy equipment including autoclave sterilization processes.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper phlebotomy techniques and safety protocols.
- Trained new employees on proper phlebotomy techniques, as needed.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures for laboratory testing.
- Provided phlebotomy services to patients in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated with supervisors and managers regarding any changes needed in existing policies or procedures related to phlebotomy services.
- Inpatient and Outpatient Knowledge, skills, compassion and patience
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Baker College
Flint, MISkills
- Test Results Interpretation
- Sample checking
- Specimen handling protocols
- Documentation requirements
- Lab equipment calibration
- Specimen Processing
- Proficient in Phlebotomy
- Patient-focused care
- Patient Scheduling
- Indirect Patient Care
- Data Entry
- Patient Flow Management
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Care Coordination
- Stocking supplies
- CPR Trained
- Patient Assessments
- Genetic Testing- Natera
- New Employee Training
- Team Leadership
Certification
- 2023 - BLS Certificate Completion Course
- 2019-2021 Certificate Completion Course - Tosoh Medical Instrument/Analyzer
- 2017 Certificate Completion Course - Access Medical Instrument/Analyzer
- 2015 Certificate Completion Course - Horiba Instrument/Analyzer - Hematology and Chemistry
- 1994 Certificate Completion Course - Phlebotomy Program - Lanse Cruise, Clinton Twp. MI
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lab Assistant/Medial Assistant
Michigan Center For Fertility & Women's Health
10.2019 - Current
Medical Lab Assistant/Medical Assistant
Preferred Family Medicine
03.2014 - Current
Phlebotomist
Beaumont Hospital
06.2007 - 03.2014
Phlebotomy
River District Hospital
11.1998 - 06.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Baker College