«I am fully trained in all clinical areas of caring for pediatrics, such as giving correct immunizations, taking vital signs and administering medications; however, I'd really like the ability to perform
venipuncture on children to better my skill.»
Performs
venipuncture on patients as directed by the Physician following medical group practice protocols related to safety and infection control
Performed
venipunctures on patients on various age groups
Not exact matches
Externs get hands
on experience with physical examinations,
venipuncture and other basic medical techniques.
(Training must include successfully performing a minimum of 30
venipuncture and 10 capillary sticks
on live individuals.)
(This work experience must include successfully performing a minimum of 30
venipuncture and 10 capillary sticks
on live individuals.)
Description The Phlebotomist / Lab Assistant collects blood specimens for laboratory tests
on inpatients and outpatients by
venipuncture or capillary puncture technique.
• Skilled in verifying patient information and handling testing and sample collection activities accordingly • Committed to maintain specimen integrity by using dedicated aseptic techniques • Proficient in observing specimen isolation procedures and collaborating with nursing personnel to ensure appropriate collection times • Demonstrated expertise in performing bleeding - times by following exceptionally well - placed laboratory procedures • Focused
on maintaining quality results by following dedicated department procedures and testing schedules • Proficient in resolving unusual test orders by liaising with physicians, pathologists and nursing stations • Hands -
on experience in using a variety of needles and procedures to draw blood, depending
on the quantity of blood required for sampling • Excellent skills in completing specimen data and recording it succinctly into laboratory databases • Adept at disposing of laboratory waste and contaminated sharps in accordance to applicable laws, standards and procedures • Competent at using vacuum tubes, syringes and butterfly
venipuncture methods
• Demonstrated ability to carry out arterial, capillary, and
venipunctures for medical purposes
on patients including pediatrics • Professionally trained in the appropriately and accurately identifying, labeling blood specimen • Hands -
on experience in setting up and operating automated plasma - pheresis machines • Familiar with blood collector equipment and infection control methods • Thorough understanding of medical terminology • Outstanding patient servicing ability pedestal
on the empathetic and compassionate conduct
Executed
venipuncture's
on all applicable donors.
Lab Assistant — Parker Children's Hospital — March 2007 — May 2012 • Prepared specimens for analysis and distribution following laboratory procedures; performed laboratory functions and worked with quality and regulations indicators • Obtained blood from patients using fingerstick, heelstick, or
venipuncture in order to procure blood samples for analysis; ensured correct patient identification through registration system and made sure that correct tests were ordered • Responded to patient needs, including attention to phone calls, courier deliveries, and removal of pneumatic tubes; referred unresolved issues to supervisory
on duty • Filed and pulled pathology slides and performed proper tissue disposal when necessary; assisted supervising medical technologist with post-mortem specimens • Performed inventory and general maintenance of lab area; reported equipment repair needs and supplies required for efficient running of the lab
MOUNTAIN WEST MEDICAL CENTER, Brookfield, WI (3/2013 to Present) Phlebotomist • Greet patients and review lab request forms to determine what tests need to be performed • Schedule testing appointments and prepare specimen labels • Verify patient information by inquiring into patient identity and check patient tags to re-verify patient information • Use a variety of blood obtaining procedures such as
venipunctures and butterfly needle punctures to draw blood • Collect samples in pre-labeled sample bottles and ensure that they are properly stored • Affix appropriate labels
on specimens and prepare specimens for delivery / shipment purposes • Dispose of biological waste and needles in an appropriate and safe manner • Handle patient registration and order entry into the laboratory database system • Log in drawn specimens and add footnotes where appropriate • Provide patients with information
on what to expect during blood drawing and when to expect results
• Verified patients by looking through their files, asking questions and referring to arm bands • Educated patients
on what to expect during and after sample taking procedures and provided support to traumatized patients • Assisted phlebotomists in obtaining blood samples through fingersticks and
venipuncture processes • Maintained integrity of samples by handling them according to procedure and ensuring that they were labeled properly • Followed up
on results to ensure that they are delivered
on time and ensured that all tested samples were properly disposed of
Responsibilities cover recording vital signs
on patients, performing
venipuncture and finger sticks
on adults and children, preparing rooms and patients for examination by doctor, assisting during GYN procedures, performed pregnancy tests, preparing and sending out specimens for laboratory testing and scheduling appointments for office and out - patient procedures.
Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital • Houston, TX 2010 — 2011 Phlebotomist Perform
venipuncture, PKU, and capillary puncture
on adults, children and infants.
For completion of the program, students must attend instructional lectures, pass the written examination and perform at least three supervised
venipunctures and three supervised skin punctures
on live subjects.
Offering a track record of performing
venipunctures, finger - sticks and heel sticks
on patients to obtain samples of blood.
The Phlebotomist assumes the responsibility for performing
venipuncture and related procedures
on patients of all ages under the philosophy, policies, and procedures established by the hospital and department.
Responsible for various specimen collection procedures, which may include
venipunctures, fingersticks,
on inpatients, ER and outpatients.
Recently certified Phlebotomist with extensive training and hands -
on experience in
venipuncture, capillary puncture, and special collection techniques.