JACOB NYARKO
Kumasi
Summary
To be able to cope with any challenging situation as a way of personal development and national development.
A team player and ready to work under any pressure while keeping focus on task and deadline. Has considerable good communication skills and relate well with people at all levels. Has a good sense of humor and able to work for long hours with minimum or no supervision.
Certified Phlebotomist with broad experience in fast-paced healthcare settings. Skilled in blood collection, specimen processing, and patient interaction to ensure comfort and accuracy during procedures. Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of safety and hygiene, leading to improved patient satisfaction and efficiency in sample collection processes. Known for strong communication skills and teamwork, enhancing operational flow and patient care.
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.
Compassionate professional in healthcare, adept at performing venipuncture and blood collection tasks with precision and care. Known for maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing procedures to uphold patient comfort and accuracy. Skilled in specimen handling, data entry, and patient education, ensuring safe and effective practices. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, fostering positive patient experiences and efficient clinical workflows.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
11.2011 - Current
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and provided immediate care as needed.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and improve specimen collection processes.
- Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Conducted patient interviews and verified medical records to confirm test requisitions.
Health Care Assistant
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
08.2009 - Current
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Assisted in transferring patients from wheelchair or bed using appropriate techniques.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Performed routine tests, such as blood glucose monitoring, height and weight measurements and vision screenings.
- Transported patients to different locations within the facility or to appointments outside the facility.
- Prepared beds and equipment for use by healthcare professionals.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Agona Secondary Technical School
Agona Ashanti 05-2005
Skills
- IT
- Communication Skills
- Honesty
- Confidentiality
- Ability to Establish Priorities
- Ability to Work under Limited or no Supervision
- Ability to Work under Pressure
- Attention to Detail
- Team Player
- Team Work
- Accountability
- Ethical
- Good Customer Relation
- Venipuncture techniques
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Data entry
- Quality assurance
- Time management abilities
- Goal minded
- Professionalism
- Workload management
- Adaptability and flexibility
References
- Mr. Eric Adjei Osekre, Deputy Chief Biomedical Lab. Scientist, Chemical Pathology Department, KATH – Kumasi, +233 208 326 370
- Rev. Michael Adjei Poku, Deputy Chief Biomedical Lab. Scientist, Chemical Pathology Department, KATH – Kumasi, +233 244 758 379
Training
- Health extension worker’s, 03/01/07, 09/30/07
- Phlebotomy training, 06/01/08, 08/31/08
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 06/10/86
Additional Competencies
- Team Work
- Ability to Work under Pressure
- Accountability
- Ethical
- Good Customer Relation
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
11.2011 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
08.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Agona Secondary Technical School