High School Diploma:
Nazareth School
Ethiopia
Some College (No Degree):
Phlebotomy
AlliedRx Institute Of Healthcare
Henrico, VA
ad76z7@r.postjobfree.com
Ruther Glen, VA 22546
Skills
• Manual and finger dexterity
• Sanitation and sterilization
• Tracking specimens
• Medical records maintenance
• Quality control
• Proper storage procedures
Education And Training
Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 18 years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.
HCA Healthcare Inc. - Phlebotomist Technician
Fredericksburg, VA
07/2018 - Current
INOVA Alexandria Hospital - Patient Care Technician Alexandria, VA
10/1999 - 09/2017
Abeba Waugh
Summary
Experience
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
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Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
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• Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
• Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
• Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
• Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light. Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.
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• Disposed of used needles in sharps containers to avoid accidental needlesticks.
• Used aseptic techniques to maintain specimen integrity.
• Labeled patient samples, double-checking information for accuracy. Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
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Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
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Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
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Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
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