Thaddeus Brightwater

Certified Phlebotomist
Phone: (555) 847-2963
Address: 1247 Maple Grove Lane, Denver, CO 80203
Website: https://thaddeus-brightwater-phlebotomist.com
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  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) with 4+ years of experience performing venipuncture and capillary puncture across diverse patient populations in high-volume healthcare settings
  • Demonstrated expertise in pediatric and geriatric phlebotomy with 97% first-stick success rate and proven ability to calm anxious patients using specialized comfort techniques
  • Proficient in specimen handling, laboratory information systems, and infection control protocols with zero safety incidents across 8,000+ blood draws
  • Strong background in mobile phlebotomy services and outpatient clinic environments, consistently reducing patient wait times through efficient workflow management

Work Experience

Rocky Mountain Medical Center

Senior Phlebotomist

March 2022 – Present
  • Perform 45-50 venipunctures daily in busy outpatient laboratory serving adult and pediatric populations, maintaining 97% first-attempt success rate
  • Train and mentor 3 new phlebotomists on proper venipuncture techniques, safety protocols, and patient interaction skills, resulting in 100% certification pass rate
  • Implemented streamlined specimen labeling system that reduced processing errors by 25% and improved laboratory workflow efficiency
  • Collaborate with nursing staff and physicians to accommodate special collection requirements for oncology and cardiac patients

HealthFirst Home Services

Mobile Phlebotomist

June 2021 – February 2022
  • Conducted in-home blood collections for 20-25 patients daily across metropolitan Denver area, ensuring specimen integrity during transport
  • Managed independent scheduling and route optimization to maximize patient visits while maintaining punctual service delivery
  • Provided compassionate care to elderly and mobility-impaired patients, adapting collection techniques for challenging home environments
  • Maintained 100% compliance with OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards and mobile equipment safety protocols

Community Blood Bank of Colorado

Phlebotomist

August 2020 – May 2021
  • Collected blood donations from 30-40 donors per shift during high-volume donation drives and regular collection events
  • Conducted pre-donation health screenings and vital sign assessments to ensure donor safety and eligibility
  • Utilized butterfly needles and vacuum collection systems for successful draws on donors with difficult venous access
  • Achieved 99% accuracy rate in donor information documentation and specimen labeling throughout employment period

Sunrise Family Clinic

Phlebotomy Technician

January 2020 – July 2020
  • Performed venipuncture and capillary puncture for routine laboratory testing in family practice setting serving all age groups
  • Developed specialized techniques for pediatric blood collection that reduced patient distress and improved cooperation
  • Processed and prepared specimens for transport to reference laboratories while ensuring proper chain of custody
  • Maintained sterile work environment and properly disposed of biohazardous materials according to clinic safety protocols

Education

Pikes Peak Community College

Certificate in Phlebotomy Technology

December 2019
  • Completed 120-hour program including 40 hours of hands-on clinical externship
  • Coursework in anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, infection control, and laboratory safety
  • Achieved 3.8 GPA with perfect attendance throughout program duration

Colorado Mountain College

Associate of Science in Health Sciences

May 2018

Technical Skills

Venipuncture techniques including difficult draws and pediatric collections

Capillary puncture and fingerstick procedures

Specimen handling, processing, and transport protocols

Laboratory information systems (LIS) and electronic health records

Infection control and OSHA bloodborne pathogen compliance

Equipment proficiency: butterfly needles, vacuum collection systems, centrifuges

Patient Care Skills

Patient communication and comfort techniques for successful venipuncture in pediatric and geriatric populations

Anxiety management and vasovagal response prevention

Cultural sensitivity and multilingual patient interaction (conversational Spanish)

Crisis management and emergency response procedures

Certifications

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

National Healthcareer Association

Valid through December 2025

CPR/BLS Certification

American Heart Association

Valid through August 2025

OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Training

OSHA

Completed annually, current through March 2025

Awards and Recognition

Employee of the Month - September 2023

Rocky Mountain Medical Center

September 2023
Recognized for maintaining 99% accuracy rate in specimen labeling and reducing patient wait times by 20% through improved workflow efficiency

Patient Satisfaction Excellence Award

HealthFirst Home Services

2022
Achieved highest patient satisfaction scores among mobile phlebotomy team for compassionate care and professional service delivery

Safety Compliance Recognition

Community Blood Bank of Colorado

2021
Completed 12 months of blood collection services with zero safety incidents and perfect adherence to infection control protocols

References

Dr. Miranda Castellanos, MD

Laboratory Director

Rocky Mountain Medical Center
(555) 392-7841
[email protected]
Professional Relationship: Direct Supervisor (2022-Present)

Elena Rodriguez, RN

Clinical Supervisor

HealthFirst Home Services
(555) 756-3294
[email protected]
Professional Relationship: Direct Supervisor (2021-2022)

James Whitfield, MT(ASCP)

Laboratory Manager

Community Blood Bank of Colorado
(555) 481-9627
[email protected]
Professional Relationship: Department Colleague (2020-2021)