Dessie Lewis
Gary,IN
Summary
Veteran Phlebotomist with proven track record of excellence working in clinic and mobile settings. Expert in all aspects of venipuncture with success in working with difficult or needle-adverse individuals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics, Patient Services (DFSI Agency)
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Collected and processed patient blood samples according to established protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control procedures during specimen collection.
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions and specimen handling in electronic systems.
- Provided exceptional patient care, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort during procedures.
PCT Dialysis Tech
Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Set up equipment for dialysis and prime the dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Methodist Hospital Of Indiana
10.2023 - 04.2025
- Labeled transfer tube and followed exact directions Drew over 50 patients in nursing home facilities.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
Mobile Certified Phlebotomist
NICLS LABORATORIES
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Handled difficult venipuncture situations skillfully, adapting techniques as needed based on individual patient needs or anatomy variations.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
HIV Coordinator
City of Gary
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed grant funding applications and reporting requirements, ensuring the financial sustainability of the program.
- Spearheaded outreach initiatives targeting underserved populations at risk of contracting AIDS.
Certified PST
Labcorp
08.2016 - 03.2021
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Drew in doctor offices and service centers, 60 to 100 patients a day.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Biblical Studies
Remnant Theological Institute Seminary
01-2024
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Kaplan College
01-1998
Skills
- Proven adaptability
- Clinical hemodialysis technician certification
- Experienced certified medical assistant
- Certified phlebotomy technician
- Pediatric expertise
- Six months in dialysis care
- Finance, To complete
- Product labeling expertise
- Geriatric care expertise
- Health care expertise
- Infection control expertise
- Expertise in personal protective equipment
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Expertise in order of draw
Accomplishments
- Improved blood collection process by preparing supplies to match patient load.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA standards.
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
LANGUAGES
English, Native/Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics, Patient Services (DFSI Agency)
10.2025 - 01.2026
PCT Dialysis Tech
Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
04.2025 - 07.2025
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Methodist Hospital Of Indiana
10.2023 - 04.2025
Mobile Certified Phlebotomist
NICLS LABORATORIES
08.2021 - 10.2023
HIV Coordinator
City of Gary
03.2021 - 08.2022
Certified PST
Labcorp
08.2016 - 03.2021
Biblical Studies
Remnant Theological Institute Seminary
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Kaplan College
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana