Grace Fowler
Chesterfield
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist and Laboratory Technician, seeking hands on experience in the medical field. Trained in anatomy, physiology, biology, bioethics, microbiology, and phlebotomy. Over 3 years of experience in the field. Proficient with medical terminology and patient and donor care. Looking to provide professional care in an healthcare environment with opportunities to succeed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Phlebotomist & Lab Technician
Virginia Urology
10.2023 - Current
- Operated and maintained large-scale hematology analyzer equipment for PSA, Testosterone, and other vital tests.
- Maintained accurate recordkeeping using Athena EMR software.
- Singlehandedly handled all laboratory processes including venipuncture, logging, specimen testing, and manual order entry.
- Directed LabCorp operations by utilizing their proprietary system, processing orders, and recording processes.
- Increased laboratory efficiency by processing and organizing specimens in a timely manner.
- Skillfully performed various tests including PSA, Testosterone, CBC, CMP, and BMP.
- Improved patient comfort by employing efficient and gentle phlebotomy techniques.
Certified Phlebotomist
Commonwealth Primary Care
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Connected with patients personally to accurately gather information, reduce stress, and optimize cooperation.
- Managed the practice's laboratory, and personally handled blood processing and preparation.
- Oversaw laboratory supply management including ordering and organizing of clinical supplies.
- Efficiently handled scheduling and patient records with the EClinical Works platform.
- Interfaced with outside providers including LabCorp and Quest.
- Verified patient insurance information and efficiently routed tests to appropriate locations.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Successfully stuck a daily average of 65 patients.
- Utilized specialized EMR health care software, such as Epic and Atlas.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
Physical Therapy Technician
Phoenix Physical Therapy
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared patients to meet with physical therapists.
- Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
- Assisted with reception duties such as scheduling patients and completing follow up calls.
- Determined therapies, requested materials and received equipment in accordance with patient care initiatives and insurance plans.
- Answered questions from patients via email, phone and in person.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
First Aid Attendant
Cartersville Volunteer Rescue Squad
10.2017 - 07.2021
- Assisted in providing basic life support and first aid
- Responded to an emergency call quickly and efficiently
- Fully stocked supplies on the ambulances
- Comfort patients in stressful situations
Customer Service Associate
Subway
10.2017 - 07.2020
- Assisted customers in choosing menu items by providing food complementing information.
- Operated manual and electric appliances to peel, slice and trim food.
- Organized freezers, refrigerators and storage rooms by receiving, recording and moving food and beverage supplies and products.
- Trained team members to prepare sandwiches and other items according to instructions.
- Greeted guests, promoted specials and took orders.
- Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
Education
NHA Certification - Phlebotomy
AlliedRx Institute of Healthcare
Henrico, VA02.2022
Nursing
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VAHigh School Diploma -
Cumberland County High School
Cumberland, VA05.2020
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- CPR Certified
- Venipuncture
- Specimen Collection
- Documentation/Patient Information Recording
- Patient/Donor Care
- Quality Assurance
- Blood Specimen Storage
- Receptionist/scheduling duties
- Customer Service
- Epic, EClinical, and Athena EMR Trained
- Hematology Analyzer Trained
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist & Lab Technician
Virginia Urology
10.2023 - Current
Certified Phlebotomist
Commonwealth Primary Care
07.2022 - 10.2023
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - 07.2022
Physical Therapy Technician
Phoenix Physical Therapy
09.2021 - 02.2022
First Aid Attendant
Cartersville Volunteer Rescue Squad
10.2017 - 07.2021
Customer Service Associate
Subway
10.2017 - 07.2020
NHA Certification - Phlebotomy
AlliedRx Institute of Healthcare
Nursing
Piedmont Virginia Community College
High School Diploma -
Cumberland County High School
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