Venita Edmondson

• Process biological samples for diagnostic testing, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

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• Prepared specimens for in-house testing and for transport to off-site to reference laboratories.
• Unloaded, unpacked and routed incoming specimens by type to different staging areas for further processing.
• Adhered to safety procedures when handling specimens and working in laboratory.

• Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
• Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
• Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
• Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
• Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
• Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
• Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.

• Fielded inquiries from clients and phlebotomists regarding specimen requirements and testing protocols.
• Adhered to safety procedures when handling specimens and working in laboratory.
• Performed data entry tasks and utilized statistical analysis programs to find data trends.