Rebecca Ellis
Warsop,Nottinghamshire
Summary
Healthcare professional with hands-on experience in venepuncture, sample handling, and patient care. Proven ability in maintaining sterile environments and following strict protocols to ensure accurate diagnostics and patient safety. Excellent communication skills, ensuring patients feel at ease during procedures.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Major Oak Medical Practice
01.2025 - Current
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Labelled blood vials with clear and necessary information for accurate testing.
- Followed appropriate collection procedures for different types of samples.
- Maintained a sterile environment for all phlebotomy procedures, reducing the risk of cross-contamination.
- Collected required signatures and obtained verbal consent prior to collecting blood samples.
- Processed and labelled blood samples accurately, facilitating timely and correct laboratory analysis.
- Monitored phlebotomy supplies inventory, ensuring all necessary equipment was readily available for procedures.
- Responded promptly to emergency blood draw requests, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to patient care.
- Observed patient responses and behaviour during health assessments.
- Provided compassionate support and reassurance to patients experiencing anxiety about blood draws.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, colleagues and self.
Phlebotomist
Welbeck Road Medical Centre
01.2020 - 01.2025
Phlebotomist
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Hairdresser
Employed and self employed
09.2000 - 01.2019
- Maintained a clean and hygienic work station, adhering to health and safety regulations to safeguard client well-being.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering loyalty and encouraging repeat business through personalised service.
- Pre-booked appointments to guarantee repeat business.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a positive and supportive salon environment, contributing to team success.
- Handled client feedback constructively, resolving any issues promptly to ensure their continued satisfaction with salon services.
- Created repeat business by developing long-term relationships with regular customers.
- Completed continuing education and training to stay up to date with new trends and techniques.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Phlebotomy
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Chesterfield, DBY2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Phlebotomy
Geopace
Leicester, LCE2018
NVQ Level 3 - Hairdressing
Clarendon Collage
Nottingham, NGM2000
Skills
- Patient interaction
- Infection control
- Data entry
- Client relationship management
- Team collaboration
- Compassionate support
- Communication skills
- Patient communication
- Calm under pressure
- Efficient time management
- Patient confidentiality
- Health and Safety regulations
- Venipuncture
- Record-keeping
- Compassionate
- Respectfulness
- Basic life support
- Following precise instructions
- Problem solving
- Handling phlebotomy equipment
- Biohazard waste disposal
- Sharps disposal
- Infection prevention and control
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Major Oak Medical Practice
01.2025 - Current
Phlebotomist
Welbeck Road Medical Centre
01.2020 - 01.2025
Phlebotomist
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Hairdresser
Employed and self employed
09.2000 - 01.2019
Certificate of Higher Education - Phlebotomy
Chesterfield Royal Hospital
Certificate of Higher Education - Phlebotomy
Geopace
NVQ Level 3 - Hairdressing
Clarendon Collage