Vickie Quinn
Owings Mills
Summary
Newly Certified Phlebotomist with extensive training and hands-on experience in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection techniques. Quick to build rapport with patients and successful at reducing patients' anxiety or discomfort.
Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.
Productive Phlebotomist offering several years of experience in collecting blood specimens in healthcare settings. Proven leader with success in recommending and introducing strategies to improve workflow, specimen processing, and customer service related to patient care. Calm and comforting with stressed patients.
Patient-oriented Phlebotomist offering several years of experience in laboratory and clinical settings. Technically proficient in key phlebotomy techniques, universal precautions, and sterilization protocols. Team-oriented and skilled in training students and new hires on policies and procedures.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Phlebotomist
GBMC Hospital
Baltimore
08.2020 - Current
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques for patient safety.
- Prepared and maintained equipment to ensure cleanliness and readiness.
- Assisted patients by explaining procedures and addressing concerns.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
Phlebotomist
Medatar/ Franklin sq hospital
Baltimore
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques for patient safety.
- Prepared and maintained equipment to ensure cleanliness and readiness.
- Assisted patients by explaining procedures and addressing concerns.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
Senior lead/ phlebotomist
LabCorp
Baltimore
01.1995 - 01.2014
- Supervised daily phlebotomy operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained new phlebotomists on techniques and patient interaction skills.
- Managed scheduling for staff to optimize patient flow and service delivery.
- Collaborated with laboratory staff to streamline specimen processing workflows.
- Conducted quality control checks on equipment and supplies for accurate testing.
Education
Laboratory Tech
Bryan Campus/ National Education Ctr
Boston, MA 04.1987 - 02.1989
Skills
- blood collection
- venipuncture techniques
- equipment sterilization
- patient verification
Timeline
Phlebotomist
GBMC Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Phlebotomist
Medatar/ Franklin sq hospital
01.2015 - 04.2018
Senior lead/ phlebotomist
LabCorp
01.1995 - 01.2014
Laboratory Tech
Bryan Campus/ National Education Ctr
04.1987 - 02.1989