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Amanda Artmore

Houston,TX

Summary

Highly skilled Phlebotomist possessing relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare environments. Strong abilities in patient care, quality control and data management make for efficient and safe blood collection procedures. Demonstrated skills in building rapport with diverse patients, ensuring comfort during venipuncture processes. Previous roles have resulted in increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction rates.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

LabCorp
Houston , Texas
03.2024 - Current
  • Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
  • Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
  • Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
  • Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
  • Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.

Lab Assistant

HCA Healthcare: Methodist Hospital
Houston , TX
04.2019 - 03.2024
  • Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
  • Identified and fixed issues with lab equipment to achieve more accurate lab results.
  • Participated in regular laboratory meetings to discuss test results, quality control issues, and process improvements.
  • Organized and managed inventory of reagents and other materials used in the lab.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
Beaumont, Texas
08.2004 - 01.2018
  • Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
  • Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX

Skills

  • Medical records handling
  • Venipuncture
  • Donor screening
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Recording data
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Health and safety
  • Sample storage
  • Proper labeling
  • Medical terminology
  • Patient preparation
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Specimen preparation
  • Multi-sample collection
  • Specimen handling
  • Butterfly needle technique
  • Syringe method
  • Venipuncture expertise
  • HIPAA
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Laboratory procedures understanding
  • Order of draw
  • Data entry
  • Capillary puncture

Timeline

Phlebotomist

LabCorp
03.2024 - Current

Lab Assistant

HCA Healthcare: Methodist Hospital
04.2019 - 03.2024

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
08.2004 - 01.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Lamar Institute of Technology
Amanda Artmore