Kayla Silcox
Marion
Summary
Dynamic phlebotomist with expertise in specimen collection and patient education, honed at Crittenden Community Hospital. Proven ability to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations while delivering exceptional customer service. Skilled in venipuncture and maintaining accurate records, contributing to efficient laboratory operations and patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Crittenden Community Hospital
Marion
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
Shipping and Receiving Associate
At Home
Temecula
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted in the development of procedures related to shipping and receiving operations.
- Followed all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials during the shipping and receiving process.
- Picked materials from warehouse shelves based on customer orders for shipment preparation.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of goods.
- Received and verified incoming shipments to ensure accuracy of order quantities and product types.
- Inspected products to ensure they met quality standards prior to shipment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using a forklift or pallet jack in a safe manner.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Burlington
Murrieta
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Coordinated with vendors on shipping schedules and backorders.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, dusting, mopping.
- Ensured that stock was properly stored in designated areas according to safety regulations.
- Organized materials into appropriate storage areas based on product type or size.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks or forklifts as needed.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Science Technology
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KYSkills
- Specimen collection
- Patient education
- Customer service
- Venipuncture expertise
- Laboratory procedures understanding
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Teamwork
Certification
- CNA
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Crittenden Community Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Associate
At Home
08.2021 - 03.2022
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Burlington
02.2021 - 08.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Health Science Technology
West Kentucky Community And Technical College