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Kas Valdez

Carpentersville,IL

Summary

Newly Certified Phlebotomist with extensive training and hands-on experience in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection techniques. Quick to build rapport with patients and successful at reducing patients' anxiety or discomfort. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Work History

Phlebotomy Student

Mercy Health Hospital
Crystal Lake, IL
02.2025 - 03.2025
  • Consistently practiced universal precautions when handling blood samples.
  • Participated actively in continuing education programs related to phlebotomy field.
  • Documented daily activities and collected specimens for laboratory tests.
  • Verified patient information before collecting specimens from them.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.
  • Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.

Phlebotomy Student

Mercy Health Clinic
Woodstock, IL
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Consistently practiced universal precautions when handling blood samples.
  • Restocked supplies and equipment necessary for specimen collection.
  • Maintained patient records and documentation accurately.
  • Verified patient information before collecting specimens from them.
  • Organized work area efficiently to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
  • Collected, labeled, and stored blood samples according to established protocols.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dundee-Crown High School
Carpentersville, IL
05-2021

Vocational Certificate - Phlebotomy

Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL
05-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Science

Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL
05-2028

Skills

  • Blood collection techniques
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient safety protocols
  • Order of draw
  • Needle stick safety
  • Patient identification
  • Specimen handling
  • Venipuncture
  • Difficult draws
  • Conversant in Spanish

Affiliations

  • Drawing
  • Movie Watching
  • Reading
  • Video Gaming

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

Phlebotomy Student

Mercy Health Clinic
03.2025 - 03.2025

Phlebotomy Student

Mercy Health Hospital
02.2025 - 03.2025

High School Diploma -

Dundee-Crown High School

Vocational Certificate - Phlebotomy

Elgin Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Laboratory Science

Elgin Community College

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