Vicky Kincaid
Murrells Inlet,SC
Summary
Skilled clinical professional with extensive experience in medical assisting, phlebotomy, and laboratory coordination. Brings strong vitals collection, Epic charting, and specimen handling skills. Supports efficient patient flow, accurate records, and safe, organized care environments.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
PPLA/Medical Assistant
Tidelands Health
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
12.2019 - Current
- Achieved medical assistant certification in November 2023
- Collected vital signs and updated patient records to ensure accurate documentation for Tidelands Health clinic visits.
- Documented patient histories and medication lists in electronic health records.
- Assisted providers with injections, procedures, and routine clinical support.
- Collected venous blood samples following clinic safety and infection control procedures.
- Verified patient identity and prepared collection supplies for phlebotomy visits.
- Explained collection steps and comfort measures to patients before blood draws.
- Followed order requests, tube requirements, and collection priorities in busy clinic workflows.
- Coordinated specimen transport with laboratory staff and nursing teams.
- Maintained clean, safe, organized work environment to support efficient clinic operations.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Trained new phlebotomy staff on sample collection and patient interaction standards to enhance team readiness and patient care.
- Prepared exam rooms and sterilized equipment for Tidelands Health providers.
- Monitored inventory of needles, tubes, and antiseptic supplies for daily phlebotomy needs.
Medical Assistant
Granger Medical Center
Draper, Utah
10.2016 - 07.2019
- Recorded vital signs, histories, and chief complaints during intake.
- Assisted providers with examinations, procedures, and minor treatments.
- Administered injections and medications under provider direction.
- Updated electronic health records and verified patient information.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated follow-up visits with staff.
- Greeted Grainger Medical Center patients and prepared examination rooms.
- Collected specimens and prepared samples for laboratory processing.
- Sanitized equipment and maintained clinic supplies and readiness.
Lab Coordinator/Medical Assistant
ST.Marks Family Medicine
Salt Lake City, Utah
04.2011 - 10.2016
- Coordinated laboratory workflow for ST.Marks Family Medicine patient testing services.
- Prepared specimens for processing following clinic laboratory procedures and safety standards.
- Maintained inventory for reagents, supplies, and lab equipment within family medicine operations.
- Scheduled daily lab tasks with providers, nurses, and front desk staff.
Lab coordinator/Medical Assistant
LabCorp/Alta View Medical Center
Sandy, Utah
09.2000 - 03.2010
- Coordinated daily laboratory workflow for ST.Marks Family Medicine patient testing.
- Prepared specimens for analysis under clinical laboratory procedures and safety standards.
- Reviewed test requests for accuracy before processing and reporting.
- Maintained laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment for family medicine operations.
Lab Coordinator
Quest Diagnostics
Salt Lake City, Utah
10.1995 - 09.2000
- Coordinated specimen accessioning and processing in Quest Diagnostics laboratory workflows.
- Monitored quality control procedures and documented compliance with laboratory standards.
- Managed laboratory information system entries for specimen tracking and reporting.
- Verified requisitions, labels, and patient information for accurate laboratory records.
Lab Coordinator
Quest Diagnostics
Vineland, New Jersey
06.1989 - 10.1995
- Coordinated specimen accessioning and processing in Quest Diagnostics laboratory workflows.
- Verified requisitions, labels, and patient information for accurate laboratory records.
- Managed laboratory information system entries for specimen tracking and reporting.
Laboratory Technician
Harbor Medical Center
Somers Point, New Jersey
05.1984 - 06.1989
- Operated analyzers and microscopes for clinical chemistry and hematology work.
- Verified specimen labels, requisitions, and accessioning records for accuracy.
- Prepared patient specimens for Harbor Medical Center laboratory testing procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Juniata College
Huntingdon Valley, PA05-1984
Skills
- Venipuncture technique
- Specimen processing
- Specimen handling
- Vital signs
- Patient intake
- Patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Infection control
- EMR / EHR
- Epic documentation
- Lab coordination
- Sample analysis
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Clinical communication
- HIPAA compliance
Custom Section 1
- Phlebotomy Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant/November of 2023
Timeline
PPLA/Medical Assistant
Tidelands Health
12.2019 - Current
Medical Assistant
Granger Medical Center
10.2016 - 07.2019
Lab Coordinator/Medical Assistant
ST.Marks Family Medicine
04.2011 - 10.2016
Lab coordinator/Medical Assistant
LabCorp/Alta View Medical Center
09.2000 - 03.2010
Lab Coordinator
Quest Diagnostics
10.1995 - 09.2000
Lab Coordinator
Quest Diagnostics
06.1989 - 10.1995
Laboratory Technician
Harbor Medical Center
05.1984 - 06.1989
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Juniata College