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Annamaria Russell

Forest Park,IL

Summary

Diligent Phlebotomist with strong background in blood and plasma from healthy adult donors. Skilled in educating donors and public on therapeutic products derived from plasma, screening process and laboratory policies. Enthusiastic Phlebotmist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Phlebotomy and training in different settings. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any company.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomy Technician

LabCorp
Tinley Park, IL
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.

Phlebotomy Technician

Medstar Laboratory Inc.
Hillside, IL
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Logged patient information and recorded results into system.

Phlebotomy Technician

Grifols Biomat USA
Maywood, IL
12.2019 - 08.2021
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
  • Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.

Education

High School Diploma -

Proviso East High School
Maywood, IL

Skills

  • Peak and Trough Tests
  • Specimen Collection
  • Hemoglobin Testing
  • Equipment and Instrument Sterilizatoin
  • Blood Culturing
  • Sample Processing
  • Blood Alcohol Testing
  • Lab Equipment Operation
  • Biohazard Policy Compliance
  • Butterfly Venipuncture
  • Information Gathering
  • Fluid and Tissue Disposal
  • Phlebotomy Functions
  • Biohazard Waste Disposal
  • Specimen Transport
  • Data Recording

Additional Information

  • References: Rachelle Wilson # 708-541-2288 , General Ware, 312-273-7037, Cornell Brown 773-699-1167

Timeline

Phlebotomy Technician

LabCorp
06.2022 - 08.2022

Phlebotomy Technician

Medstar Laboratory Inc.
10.2021 - 05.2022

Phlebotomy Technician

Grifols Biomat USA
12.2019 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

Proviso East High School
Annamaria Russell