Iryna Sandhu
Antelope,USA
Summary
Licensed Phlebotomist and Certified Medical Assistant with experience in hospitals and laboratories. Confident in blood collection, IV procedures, basic patient care, and infection control. Able to keep accurate documentation, work with laboratory samples, and support doctors and nurses in daily tasks. Responsible, organized, and focused on high-quality patient care in busy environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics Laboratory
Fair Oaks, CA, USA
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Collected blood from adult and pediatric patients using venipuncture and finger sticks.
- Checked patient identity, explained procedures, and helped patients feel comfortable.
- Registered and checked in patients and entered orders into the computer system.
- Labeled and documented specimens correctly to avoid mistakes.
- Took and updated insurance information in the system.
- Watched supply levels and requested needed tubes, needles, and other materials.
- Answered phones, helped patients at the front desk, and managed the waiting area.
Customer Service Associate
Posh Bagel
Roseville, CA, USA
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Greeted customers and took orders at the counter and by phone.
- Prepared coffee drinks, sandwiches, and bakery items.
- Kept the dining area and workstations clean and tidy.
- Restocked display cases and supplies during the shift.
Biologist – Geneticist
ML Dila
Kyiv, Ukraine
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Performed cytogenetic tests according to lab procedures.
- Prepared samples for cytogenetic studies: culture, harvesting, and slide preparation.
- Carried out FISH, karyotyping, and other cytogenetic methods for cancer and genetic diseases.
- Reviewed and interpreted results and prepared reports for doctors.
- Communicated with clinicians about test requirements, sample quality, and results when needed.
Laboratory Assistant
ML Dila
Kyiv, Ukraine
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Received and registered patient samples in the lab logbook and computer system.
- Checked paperwork and samples to make sure they met acceptance rules.
- Prepared slides and reagents for genetic and other lab tests.
- Kept the lab area clean and organized and monitored storage of reagents and materials.
Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant
ML Dila
Kyiv, Ukraine
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Collected blood from adults and children using venipuncture and finger sticks.
- Collected gynecological specimens for cytology and microscopy and labeled them correctly.
- Registered patients and entered orders into the computer system.
- Processed payments, issued receipts, and prepared simple daily reports.
- Kept the blood-draw room clean and safe according to infection-control rules.
Nurse
Volyn Regional Oncology Dispensary
Lutsk, Ukraine
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Provided basic nursing care to oncology patients in the chemotherapy unit.
- Checked vital signs, prepared patients for chemotherapy, and checked orders and consent forms.
- Started IV lines, monitored chemotherapy infusions, and watched for side effects.
- Filled in nursing charts, medication records, and chemotherapy logs.
- Assisted doctors during procedures and helped in urgent situations.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy Training Program
Phlebotomy Training Specialists School
Citrus Heights, CA11-2023
Master’s - Biology (Genetics)
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
Kyiv,UkraineBachelor of Science - Biologist
Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University
Lutsk,UkraineAssociate Degree in Nursing - Medical Assisting; Physician Assistant; Nursing
Lutsk Basic Medical College
Lutsk,UkraineSkills
- Venipuncture and capillary blood collection
- IV catheter placement, infusions and injections
- Assisting in minor procedures and punctures
- Blood pressure and basic vital signs measurement
- Collection and handling of gynecological specimens
- Medical documentation and basic EHR use
- Specimen preparation, labeling, and basic quality checks
- Infection control and safety precautions
- Diagnostic and laboratory testing support
- Patient communication and basic education
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician — 2024-03
- Licensed Medical Assistant (CA) — 2025-08
LANGUAGES
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Quest Diagnostics Laboratory
06.2024 - 11.2025
Customer Service Associate
Posh Bagel
04.2023 - 05.2024
Biologist – Geneticist
ML Dila
02.2021 - 12.2022
Laboratory Assistant
ML Dila
06.2020 - 02.2021
Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant
ML Dila
03.2019 - 06.2020
Nurse
Volyn Regional Oncology Dispensary
08.2017 - 03.2019
No Degree - Phlebotomy Training Program
Phlebotomy Training Specialists School
Master’s - Biology (Genetics)
Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv
Bachelor of Science - Biologist
Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Medical Assisting; Physician Assistant; Nursing
Lutsk Basic Medical College