Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 20 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Phlebotomist 2
Tampa General Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
Phlebotomist 1
Kindred Central Tampa
01.2023 - 05.2023
Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Developed and implemented strategies to improve phlebotomy processes.
Supported quality assurance efforts by diligently documenting all relevant information during the collection process, ensuring accurate test results for patients and providers alike.
Medical Doctor
Mofumahadi Manapo Mopeli Regional Hospital
06.2016 - 04.2022
Conducted thorough physical examinations and diagnostic tests, leading to accurate diagnoses and timely medical interventions.
Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.
Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
Established strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and commitment to the healthcare plan.
Medical Doctor
Jimmy Hirzel Clinic
09.2003 - 05.2016
Conducted thorough physical examinations and diagnostic tests, leading to accurate diagnoses and timely medical interventions.
Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.
Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
Established strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and commitment to the healthcare plan.
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