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Tracy Smith

810-285-0695
Mandan,ND

Summary

Highly-skilled phlebotomist that provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Phlebotomist

CHI Alexis Hospital
02.2025 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to strict sanitation protocols.
  • Continuously expanded knowledge of phlebotomy best practices through participation in ongoing training programs and workshops.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Ensured proper identification of patients through diligent verification of personal information before each blood draw procedure.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.

Laboratory Phlebotomist

Sanford Health Hospital
02.2023 - 01.2025
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to varying patient needs, including accommodating special requests or working with individuals who have severe needle anxiety or unique medical conditions.
  • Provided excellent customer service with effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and hospital staff.
  • Enhanced laboratory efficiency by accurately labeling and organizing specimens for timely processing.
  • Improved patient comfort by utilizing a gentle, empathetic approach during blood draw procedures.

Certified Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

Certified Phlebotomist

American Red Cross
02.2018 - 11.2021
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
  • Set up equipment for Blood drives at different locations.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.

Education

Certified Phlebotomist

Genesee Health Careers
02.2018

GED -

My Morris Adult
10.2006

Skills

  • Hemoglobin Testing
  • Butterfly Venipuncture
  • Specimen Collection
  • Specimen Labeling Procedures
  • Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use
  • Blood Culturing
  • Proper Storage Procedures
  • Peak and Trough Tests
  • Data Recording
  • Patient Confidentiality
  • Patient Identification

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