Tierra Huntley
Saint Agatha
Summary
Dedicated phlebotomist with expertise in venipuncture and specimen handling, honed at Family Healthcare Associates. Proven ability to enhance patient experience through compassionate care and effective communication. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and ensuring accurate specimen labeling, contributing to timely laboratory results and improved patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist/Medical Lab Assistant
Family Healthcare Associates
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained sterile environments by following strict hygiene protocols during sample collection procedures.
- Assisted in preparing specimens for laboratory analysis, adhering to established guidelines for accuracy.
- Educated patients on phlebotomy procedures and post-collection care to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Adapted quickly to new tools and technologies used in blood collection processes, ensuring efficiency in operations.
- Participated in training sessions to learn best practices in phlebotomy and infection control measures.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostic Lab
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure timely specimen delivery.
- Educated patients on procedures, alleviating anxiety and ensuring cooperation.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to enhance patient experience during visits.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Improved efficiency with accurate and timely completion of blood draws and specimen labeling.
Phlebotomist
Mercy Hosptial
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Collected blood samples using various techniques ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Performed venipunctures and capillary draws while adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample collection for laboratory processing.
- Implemented quality control measures to improve sample integrity and reduce errors in testing processes.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
Saint Louis Mo05-2007
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Butterfly needle technique
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Venipuncture expertise
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- HIPAA
- Patient support
- Sample and specimen collection
Accomplishments
- Educated 3 phlebotomy students on venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Phlebotomist/Medical Lab Assistant
Family Healthcare Associates
02.2022 - 08.2024
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostic Lab
03.2020 - 07.2022
Phlebotomist
Mercy Hosptial
01.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
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