Proficient in a high-volumed, fast paced work environment. Strongly passionate about helping others. Ready to adapt to change, absorb new information, and expand on my skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Specimen Processor
Park Nicollet Clinics
11.2020 - 04.2024
Prepared and processed patient specimen for in-house and reference laboratory testing.
Performed point of care testing including urinalysis (dipstick), rapid A1c, strep PCR, mononucleosis, and occult blood test.
Conducted nasopharyngeal and throat swabs for rapid strep and COVID-19 testing.
Entered test results and specimen data into the patients' charts on EPIC.
Maintained strict adherence to infection control, biohazard handling, and quality assurance procedures.
Collaborated with laboratory and clinical staff to prioritize STAT and urgent specimens to assure patient care efficiency.
Monitored supply levels for test kits and reagents, proactively restocking to avoid interruption in testing services.
Delivered excellent customer service and communication, supporting both internal staff and patients in understanding test procedures when needed.
Cross-trained to work at multiple clinic labs within the organization and hospital.
Lab Assistant
Park Nicollet Clinic
03.2020 - 04.2024
Performed venipuncture and capillary draws for patients across the lifespan, including pediatrics and infants.
Educated patients with collecting specific stool, urine, and sputum samples.
Collaborated with nursing staff to prioritize time-sensitive lab orders.
Accurately documented specimen collection using EPIC system.
Ensured proper labeling, handling, and transport of specimens to maintain sample integrity.
Responded promptly to patients during Code Blue events.
Communicated directly with providers to clarify patients' lab orders.
Entered outside lab orders into patients’ chart on EPIC.
Trained new staff into phlebotomy and client service duties.
Senior Phlebotomist
Biolife Plasma Services
06.2018 - 03.2020
Installed, primed, and disconnected disposable sets on plasmapheresis machines.
Performed venipunctures for plasma donation. Over 10,000 venipunctures.
Collected and prepared blood samples for laboratory testing.
Assisted peers with venipuncture adjustments when needed.
Monitored and responded to donors experiencing a reaction to the donation process. Documenting symptoms and taking vitals for nursing staff to review as well as providing the donor with any additional needs relating to their symptoms.
Placed on lead and new donor processing staff list based on performance through consistently held high yield, high efficiency, and low processing times.
Medical Historian
Biolife Plasma Services
03.2018 - 03.2020
Performed capillary collection and centrifuge, testing for donor eligibility.
Recorded pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and weight into donor information system.
Processed donors within a timely matter to help achieve center goals.
Aided in front desk duties such as answering the phone, scheduling appointments, filing donor charts, and setting up new donor accounts.