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Tyesha Blocker

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

  • Seeking to establish a responsible challenging position as a Phlebotomy Technician. It is my goal to apply my vast knowledge to be utilized as well as enhanced.
  • Draws quality blood samples from patients and prepares those specimens for lab testing while following established practices and procedures.
  • Creates an atmosphere of trust and confidence while explaining procedures to patients and drawing blood specimens in a skillful, safe and accurate manner.
  • Focuses on process excellence skills and sensitivity to confidentiality and accuracy to patient information.
  • Communicates laboratory results and responds to specimen-related questions from physicians and various other caregivers.
  • Collects blood specimens for routine and special laboratory procedures.

Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 5+ years background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist Technician

Millennium Physician Group
11.2021 - Current
  • Reduced patient anxiety through compassionate communication and expert venipuncture techniques.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Continuously updated phlebotomy knowledge through professional development courses, ensuring best practices were upheld.
  • Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Minimized patient discomfort during blood draws by utilizing proper tourniquet application, needle selection, and insertion techniques.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate blood collection services.
  • Achieved successful venipunctures even in challenging situations such as pediatric or geriatric patients with difficult veins.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Assisted in training new phlebotomists, sharing expertise on proper technique and safety protocols.
  • Strengthened rapport with patients using clear explanations of procedures to alleviate concerns or confusion.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.

Phlebotomist

Dynamic Phlebotomy Training
03.2020 - Current
  • - Assists Instructor with training new students learning live blood draws - Provides assistance with new students with blood draws on volunteers - Performs venipunctures in a competent manner, demonstrated by minimum of pain. - Instructs phlebotomy procedures clearly and precisely using aseptic technique on manikins - Demonstrates patient-centered and student focus by treating volunteers, and colleagues as top priority to meet or exceed needs and expectations

CNA

Care Center of Nassau
02.2015 - Current
  • - Collects information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses and doctors. - Provides physical support for patients or residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed. - Reminds patients to take medications and nutritional supplements. - Examines patients to detect issues requiring medical care - Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience

Medical Assistant

Statewide Chiropractic
04.2008 - 02.2015
  • - Contributed to the resident assessment and care plans - Set up medical equipment and assisted with some medical procedures - Observed residents and note physical condition, attitude reactions, and appetite - Assisted nurse with care of residents

CNA

St. Mary’s Retirement Home
02.2006 - 04.2008
  • - Measured and recording weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rated - Served, feed and collected food trays - Assisted patients/ residents with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, transferring other residents

Education

Phlebotomy Training -

Dynamic Phlebotomy Training
01.2020

Certified Phlebotomy Technician -

American Allied Health
01.2020

High School Diploma -

School??
01.2008

Skills

Venipuncture

Order of draw

Data Entry

Proper tourniquet use

HIPAA

Needle disposal

Specimen labeling

Quality Control

Sample Preparation

Patient Care

Specimen handling

Communication abilities

Medical terminology knowledge

Customer Service

Butterfly Venipuncture

Decision-Making

Sample Collection

Specimen Collection

Finger Stick Method;

CPR/AED

Multitasking

Reliability

Organizational Skills

Excellent Communication

Problem-solving abilities

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Multitasking Abilities

Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Phlebotomist Technician

Millennium Physician Group
11.2021 - Current

Phlebotomist

Dynamic Phlebotomy Training
03.2020 - Current

CNA

Care Center of Nassau
02.2015 - Current

Medical Assistant

Statewide Chiropractic
04.2008 - 02.2015

CNA

St. Mary’s Retirement Home
02.2006 - 04.2008

Phlebotomy Training -

Dynamic Phlebotomy Training

Certified Phlebotomy Technician -

American Allied Health

High School Diploma -

School??

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