Colleen Pomerenke
Ipswich,QLD
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist bringing four 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. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
qml
Ipswich, Qld
10.2019 - Current
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Education
PATHOLOGY COLLECTION
LTT
Brisbane, QLD03-2020
Skills
- Blood Collection
- Specimen Preparation
- Venipuncture
- Infection Control
- Patient Support
- Specimen Handling
- Pediatric collection
- Hospital collection
- House call collection
- Training new staff members
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Ecg experience
- Holter monitor experience
- Can work either in a team or independently
Certification
certificate for venepuncture and peripheral intravenous cannulation workshop
Timeline
Phlebotomist
qml
10.2019 - Current
PATHOLOGY COLLECTION
LTT
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