CANDY PELZ
Cromwell
Summary
Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 30 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.30 Dependable PHLEBOTOMIST effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist and Processing
Caredx
01.2016 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
- Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
- Contributed to the development of phlebotomy training materials, enhancing the skillset of new employees and improving overall team performance.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Lead Phlebotomist
Pelz Paramedical Inc
01.1998 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients by fostering trust during the blood collection process.
- Led initiatives aimed at optimizing workflows which resulted in increased productivity within the department.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through active engagement in team meetings and events.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Utilized various venipuncture techniques depending on each patient''s needs for optimal results.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing efficient and accurate blood collection services.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Education
No Degree - PHLEBOTOMIST
PARKVEIW HOSPITAL
FT WAYNE, IN05.1982
High School Diploma -
Leo Junior/Senior High School
Leo-cedarville, IN05.1977
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient Care
- Specimen handling
Timeline
Phlebotomist and Processing
Caredx
01.2016 - Current
Lead Phlebotomist
Pelz Paramedical Inc
01.1998 - Current
No Degree - PHLEBOTOMIST
PARKVEIW HOSPITAL
High School Diploma -
Leo Junior/Senior High School
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