Jada Goforth
Georgetown
Summary
Dedicated Medical Lab Technician with extensive experience at University of Kentucky Healthcare, skilled in specimen collection and quality control. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and teamwork. Certified in BLS, I excel in multitasking and maintaining organized workflows, ensuring timely and accurate lab results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Lab Technician
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
- Drew blood through venous incision or puncture to obtain sample for analysis and diagnosis.
- Processed specimens accurately, adhering to established protocols for quality control.
- Prepared, processed, labeled and stored patient specimens and samples using standard techniques and equipment.
- Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
Medical Assistant
University Of Kentucky Healthcare OBGYN
08.2021 - 02.2024
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Prepared and maintained medical equipment and instruments for various clinical tasks.
- Managed patient scheduling and coordination, patient callbacks. Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill prescriptions.
- Recorded patient histories accurately in electronic health records, enhancing data integrity.
- Phlebotomy.
Medical Assistant
University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Canter HNRC
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning and restocking supplies.
- Phlebotomy.
Mobile Phlebotomist
Kentucky Blood Center
10.2016 - 09.2019
- Screened prospective donors, obtained medical histories and measured vital signs.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Counseled patients to ease fears and explained procedure.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for carrier transport.
- Phlebotomy.
Education
Medical Assistant
Medtech College
Lexington, KY04-2013
Skills
- Specimen collection
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Quality control procedures
- Phlebotomy
- Medical terminology
- Staff training
- Time management
- Team player
- Certified in BLS and first aid
- Punctual
- Multitasking
Timeline
Medical Lab Technician
University Of Kentucky Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
University Of Kentucky Healthcare OBGYN
08.2021 - 02.2024
Medical Assistant
University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Canter HNRC
02.2020 - 08.2021
Mobile Phlebotomist
Kentucky Blood Center
10.2016 - 09.2019
Medical Assistant
Medtech College
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