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Elizabeth Deschaine

Potsdam,New York

Summary

Certified Phlebotomy Technician with extensive experience in venipuncture and staff training at Canton Potsdam Hospital. Demonstrated ability to uphold HIPAA compliance while fostering positive patient interactions through strong communication and collaboration. Achieved high first-attempt success rates, significantly reducing patient discomfort and improving sample turnaround times.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Canton Potsdam Hospital
Potsdam, New York
01.2023 - Current
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Maintained accurate labeling and documentation of samples, adhering to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Trained new phlebotomists on hospital protocols and patient interaction techniques, enhancing patient experience.
  • Consistently maintained a high first-attempt success rate, minimizing patient discomfort and improving turn around time.

Horseback Riding Instructor

Deschaine Stables
Potsdam, New York
06.2021 - Current
  • Taught proper communication and riding commands for optimal control and safety around horses.
  • Educated students on proper grooming and equine care techniques.
  • Diffused potentially dangerous situations between horses and students with practices instilled through experience and repetition.
  • Managed and maintained the facility with two horses and adhered to the veterinary visit schedule, feeding routines, and cleaning practices.

Private Nanny

Bartling Family
Potsdam, New York
08.2021 - 01.2023
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.

Summer Nanny

Sutton Family
Colton, New York
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
  • Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events.
  • Supported children's educational progress by reviewing completed homework, quizzing on math and science and assisting with school projects.

Barista

Park Bros
Potsdam, New York
06.2017 - 03.2020
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
  • Developed and demonstrated skillful and creative latte art to engage customers.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Microbiology

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Boston, MA
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Biology

SUNY Potsdam
Potsdam, NY
05.2022

Skills

  • Venipuncture expertise
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Training and mentoring
  • Equine care management

Certification

National Healthcare Association

  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - 11/2024

Accomplishments

  • 2018 Undergraduate Award in Freshman Chemistry
  • North Country Newell Scholarship Recipient
  • Lambda Xi chapter of the Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society Member
  • Renzi Scholarship Recipient
  • Gamma Sigma Epsilon Chemistry Honor Society Member

Timeline

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Canton Potsdam Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Private Nanny

Bartling Family
08.2021 - 01.2023

Horseback Riding Instructor

Deschaine Stables
06.2021 - Current

Summer Nanny

Sutton Family
05.2021 - 08.2021

Barista

Park Bros
06.2017 - 03.2020

Some College (No Degree) - Microbiology

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science - Biology

SUNY Potsdam