Cassie Fitzpatrick
Phlebomist
Buffalo,New York
Summary
- Compassionate COVID-19 Tester lends extensive knowledge of virus assessment, sample collection and care. Expert oversight of sensitive testing, specimen storage and documentation processes. Offers medical experience over [Number]-year period paired with intimate understanding of complex novel coronavirus considerations and mandates. Resourceful grasp of regulatory requirements, PPE necessities and common COVID-19-related resources.
- Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing [Number]-year background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager/COVID-19 Tester
WNY Rapid Testing LLC.
Peace Bridge Location, Protocol Location, Marriott
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Managed and ran 4 Covid Testing sites across Buffalo
- Made sure staff was ready and prepared for the day
- Registered Patients
- Provided patients will all the information needed about Covid
- Swabbed adults, children and babies
- Ran the lab and tests for proper HIPPA compliance
- Accurately documented negative/positive results
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Phlebotomist
WNY Urology
Buffalo, NY
08.2017 - 06.2019
- 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.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
- 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.
Phlebotomist/Clinical Preceptor
American Red Cross
Buffalo, NY
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Handled insurance verification tasks using [Software] and [Software] to validate patient insurance information.
- Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
- Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Private Caregiver
Peoples Inc.
Buffalo, NY
11.2005 - 05.2015
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Education
GED -
West Seneca East Senior High School
West Seneca, NYPhlebotomy Degree - Phlebotomy
Erie 1 BOCES
Buffalo, NY12.2011
Skills
- Computer proficiency
- Leadership experience
- Communication skills
- Organizational know-how
- People skills
- Collaboration skills
- Problem solver
Timeline
Manager/COVID-19 Tester
WNY Rapid Testing LLC.
12.2020 - 12.2022
Phlebotomist
WNY Urology
08.2017 - 06.2019
Phlebotomist/Clinical Preceptor
American Red Cross
09.2014 - 08.2018
Private Caregiver
Peoples Inc.
11.2005 - 05.2015
GED -
West Seneca East Senior High School
Phlebotomy Degree - Phlebotomy
Erie 1 BOCES