Shanikqua Houston
Southern Pines
Summary
Dedicated phlebotomist skilled in venipuncture and specimen management. Proven track record of resolving discrepancies and ensuring regulatory compliance while delivering excellent patient communication and care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Specimen Processor/Phlebotomist
FirstHealth of the Carolinas-Moore Regional Hospital
Pinehurst, NC
04.2013 - Current
- Perform venipuncture collections on patients of all ages with high accuracy and patient-centered care.
- Process, label, and prepare for transport ensuring strict adherence to laboratory protocols.
- Independently manage daily operations of a lab collection center within a Primary Care setting.
- Coordinate specimen transport and ensure timely delivery to main laboratory
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA,and safety regulations.
- Troubleshoot specimen issues and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Support workflow efficiently by prioritizing tasks and managing high patient volumes.
- Perform 40-60+ patient collections daily with accuracy and compassion.
Education
Medical Assistant And Phlebotomy -
Allen School of Allied Health
Queens, NYSkills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Workload prioritization
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Centrifuge operation
- Blood collection
- Proper labeling
- Patient identification
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Laboratory techniques
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Specimen Processor/Phlebotomist
FirstHealth of the Carolinas-Moore Regional Hospital
04.2013 - Current
Medical Assistant And Phlebotomy -
Allen School of Allied Health