Dedicated and highly skilled Phlebotomist with 19 years of experience performing venipuncture, capillary punctures, specimen collection, and patient care in hospital, laboratory, and clinical settings. Proven ability to work with patients of all ages while maintaining accuracy, safety, and compliance with healthcare standards. Seeking to leverage extensive experience and strong patient-interaction skills to contribute to a healthcare organization committed to quality patient care.
Perform blood collection procedures for inpatient and outpatient populations.
Ensure accurate patient identification and specimen labeling.
Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and laboratory regulations.
Coordinate specimen transport and processing to ensure timely testing.
Consistently achieve high patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care.
Collected specimens from patients in clinics, physician offices, and hospitals.
Processed and prepared samples for laboratory testing.
Maintained accurate records and documentation within EMR systems.
Assisted in quality control initiatives and inventory management.
Educated patients regarding specimen collection procedures.
Performed venipuncture and finger-stick collections for patients of all ages.
Followed infection-control and safety protocols.
Assisted healthcare teams with specimen collection for diagnostic testing.
Maintained a professional and compassionate environment for patients.