Zitrena Fair
Trenton,NJ
Summary
Experienced lab assistant with 15 years of organizing and managing laboratory operations. Strong track record in maintaining accurate records and proficient in specimen collection. Comfortable working with complex and sensitive laboratory equipment to ensure precise and reliable results. Detail-oriented professional dedicated to delivering high-quality outcomes.
Overview
2024
2024
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
- Maintained sterile environments for safe and effective sample collection, reducing contamination risks.
- Consistently followed hospital protocol for proper disposal of biohazardous waste materials, ensuring safety compliance.
- Enhanced patient comfort by maintaining a calm and professional demeanor during blood draw procedures.
- Implemented infection prevention measures while conducting venipunctures or capillary punctures on diverse populations.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Evaluated and determined the most appropriate venipuncture site to minimize patient discomfort during blood collection procedures.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling various types of patients, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and special needs individuals.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards to protect sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Reduced patient wait times with efficient scheduling and timely blood draws.
- Exhibited strong interpersonal skills when interacting with patients from various cultural backgrounds to establish rapport quickly.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and answering questions about the phlebotomy process.
- Provided compassionate care for anxious patients throughout the phlebotomy process, easing fears and creating a positive experience.
- Ensured accurate specimen collection by following established phlebotomy protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted in streamlining workflows by participating in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing phlebotomy department efficiency.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing supplies and maintaining a clean work area to optimize efficiency.
- Supported lab technicians by properly preparing specimens for analysis, expediting results processing times.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
Lab Assistant- Phlebotomist
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Conducted data analysis to identify trends in experiments.
- Prepared specimens for analysis by conducting sample processing and extraction techniques.
- Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards.
- Organized and managed inventory of reagents and other materials used in the lab.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to laboratory equipment or processes.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when performing experiments.
- Monitored quality control measures for accuracy of test results.
- Reviewed literature related to research projects conducted in the lab.
- Maintained inventory and equipment and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
Barista
Starbucks
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Stocked shelves with ingredients needed to make coffee drinks.
- Ground beans for espresso shots according to individual customer specifications.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
Lash Technician
Tha Lash Dollz
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed lash extensions, classic and volume sets, as well as lash lifts for clients.
- Assisted with client consultations to determine the best type of lash extension for each individual's needs.
- Provided aftercare instructions to clients regarding proper care of their eyelash extensions.
- Kept records of all services rendered in order to track customer satisfaction levels.
- Adhered to safety protocols when working with chemicals used in the lash application process.
- Ensured that all products used were within their expiration date and properly stored away from direct sunlight or heat sources.
- Educated clients on the importance of maintaining their lashes through proper cleansing techniques.
- Built strong relationships with customers by providing exceptional customer service.
- Attended training sessions regularly to stay up-to-date on new products and procedures.
Certified Lab Technician
Virtua Memorial Hospital
07.2014 - 04.2017
- Performed routine and specialized tests on biological samples to detect presence of microorganisms.
- Assisted in the preparation of media, reagents, and other materials for laboratory testing.
- Ensured that laboratory equipment was properly calibrated, cleaned, and maintained.
- Followed established protocols for sample processing and analysis.
- Recorded test results accurately in electronic databases or paper files.
Education
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Moshes Inst./National Healthcareer Association
Bordentown, NJGED -
MCCC
Trenton, NJ07.2007
Skills
- Continuous learning mindset
- Order of draw mastery
- Quality control
- Proper labeling techniques
- Infection control standards
- Venipuncture expertise
- Data entry
- Quality assurance practices
- Patient safety
- Needle disposal safety
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Specimen transportation
- Sample storage procedures
- Patient positioning
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Patient confidentiality
- Infection control protocols
- Blood collection techniques
- Venipuncture
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Adaptable to change
- Specimen handling
- HIPAA
- Infection control
- Medical terminology
- Sample collection
- Recording data
- Patient identification accuracy
- Record keeping proficiency
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient support
- Health and safety
- On-site testing
- Blood collection
- Proper labeling
- CPR/AED
- Customer service
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
Certification
BLS Certified #01A6SG2
NHA S4Y2L6R2
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Lab Assistant- Phlebotomist
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
03.2021 - 05.2023
Barista
Starbucks
04.2019 - 03.2021
Lash Technician
Tha Lash Dollz
02.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Lab Technician
Virtua Memorial Hospital
07.2014 - 04.2017
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
Moshes Inst./National Healthcareer Association
GED -
MCCC
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