Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
DR SUSAN MARCOTTE DO , FAMILY
Orland Park, IL
10.2015 - Current
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician
Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures
Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse
Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed
Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records
Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding
Preform ekg
Preform ear lavage
Preform Arora and bladder scans
Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician
Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols
Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Phlebotomist Technician
Palos community hospital
Palos, IL
01.2006 - 10.2015
Performed venipuncture and skin punctures on patients of all ages to collect blood samples for laboratory testing
Maintained records of patient information, test results and lab activities in accordance with established protocols
Assisted physicians and nurses with various procedures related to phlebotomy
Assisted in training new employees on proper phlebotomy techniques
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs
Preformed ekgs
Preformed therapeutic phlebotomy
Phlebotomist Technician
Little Company of Mary Hospital
Evergreen Park, IL
01.1999 - 01.2006
Obtained specimens from adults, children, and infants for laboratory tests
Collected blood samples in a safe and sanitary manner according to established procedures
Labeled specimen containers with patient information accurately and legibly
Maintained records of specimens taken, test results, or other pertinent information in an organized fashion
Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials such as bio-hazardous waste or chemicals used in phlebotomy techniques
Adhered to HIPAA regulations while maintaining confidentiality of patient information
Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift
Assisted in training new employees on proper phlebotomy techniques.
Phlebotomist Technician
St Francis Hospital
Blue Island, IL
01.2000 - 12.2003
Maintained records of patient information, test results and lab activities in accordance with established protocols
Ensured that the proper amount of blood was drawn from each patient by using appropriate techniques and equipment
Labeled collected specimens accurately according to protocol
Verified patient identification prior to collecting specimens.