Latoya Mcloud

• Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories.
• Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
• Audited specimen integrity and identification classifications to maintain accurate records.
• Gathered biological samples for laboratory tests.
• Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations.

Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.

• Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
• Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
• Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
• Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
• Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.

• Covered Outpatient Units.
• Performing 50-115 sticks per shift.
• Assisted in the Main Hospital to perform venous sticks in ICU, L&D, Covid Unit and ER.
• Reporting All specimen to laboratory for processing.
• Performing all stat orders and assisting co-workers with difficult venipuncture.
• Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.

• Reporting all specimens to Laboratory drop off with proper identification and labeling.
• Performing 10-22 orders per shift.
• Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
• Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
• Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
• Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
• Performed venipuncture and capillary puncture procedures on patients of all ages in a mobile setting.

• Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
• Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
• Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
• Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
• Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.

• Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
• Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
• Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
• Reviewed medical histories prior to performing phlebotomy services in order to determine any potential risks or contraindications.