Katrina Sommer

• Transported blood samples to designated laboratory or other medical facility for testing purposes.
• Processed specimens promptly following standard operating procedures for laboratory testing.
• Provided education to patients regarding the collection process and answered any questions they may have had.

Drew blood in off site locations , spun blood in centrifuge in vehicle.

• Followed universal precautions when collecting specimens from different individuals in order to prevent cross-contamination.
• Assisted with the training of new Mobile Phlebotomists by providing guidance and instruction on proper techniques.
• Communicated effectively with coworkers, supervisors and management personnel on a regular basis.
• Performed venipuncture and capillary puncture procedures on patients of all ages in a mobile setting.
• Verified patient identity prior to collecting sample using two forms of identification as required.
• Maintained accurate records of specimens collected, including patient information, specimen type, collection date and time.
• Prepared materials for phlebotomy such as antiseptics, gauze pads and tourniquets.
• Maintained an organized work area by ensuring supplies were stocked, cleaned up after each procedure.
• Monitored expiration dates on reagents used for testing purposes and replaced them as needed.
• Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
• Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.

• 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.
• Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
• Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
• Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
• Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
• Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
• Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
• Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
• Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.

• Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
• Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
• Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
• Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
• Documented notes during patient visits.
• Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
• Labeled and completed lab requisitions using ICD and CPT coding.
• Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
• Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.

• Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
• Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
• Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
• Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
• Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
• Documented notes during patient visits.
• Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
• Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
• Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
• Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
• Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
• Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.

• Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
• Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
• Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
• Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
• Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
• Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
• Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
• Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
• Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.

• Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
• Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
• Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
• Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
• Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
• Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
• Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
• Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.

• Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
• Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
• Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
• Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
• Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
• Labeled patient samples, double-checking information for accuracy.
• Disposed of used needles in sharps containers to avoid accidental needlesticks.
• Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.

• Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
• Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
• Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
• Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
• Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
• Labeled patient samples, double-checking information for accuracy.
• Used aseptic techniques to maintain specimen integrity.
• Disposed of used needles in sharps containers to avoid accidental needlesticks.

• Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
• Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
• Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
• Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
• Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
• Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

• Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
• Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
• Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
• Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures.
• Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
• Prepared blood-collecting equipment to draw blood and safely store and transport samples.
• Used multiple electronic medical software, including sunquest and epic to conduct patient intakes and send correspondence.
• Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name and dob.
• Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
• Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
• Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.
• Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.
• Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.

Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files

• Cleaned and disinfected chairs and equipment according to facility policy
• Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency

Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 35 patients per day.

• Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs
• Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process
• Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for more than 50 patients per day.
• Used cerner and allscripts software to process patient documentation.
• Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
• Maintained clean and organized work area with adequate supplies and reagents.
• Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
• Prepared patients for examinations, taking vital signs and updating medical histories.
• Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control.
• Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.

Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.

Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers, and self.

Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name.

Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.

Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts.

Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs.

Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.

Counseled patients to ease their fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.

Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.

Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

Jumped in to fill gaps for on call rotation when necessary.

Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician exams.

Maintained patient charts and confidential files.

Contributed to community-focused public relations.

Corresponded with operations staff to ensure key client deliverables and revenue goals were met.

Administered, directed and coordinated the activities of the agency.

Relayed feedback on clinical settings’ effectiveness in enabling program goals.

Created system-wide communications about service excellence.

Diligently monitored the QA (Quality Assurance) program to improve performance and maintain high standards of care.

Relayed feedback on clinical settings’ effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goal

Maintained all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance records.

Directed the installation of improved work methods and procedures to achieve agency objectives.

Charted responses, progress to approaches used and reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical care professionals on staff.

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.

Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.

Evaluated accuracy and compliance of all documentation and reports.

Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.

Developed and implemented successful patient care plans.

Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.

Provided on-call care at all times of day and night.

Ensured HIPAA compliance.

Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.

Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.

Tested patients' blood glucose levels.

Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities.

Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.

Assisted with procedures scheduled procedures ....

• Provided patients and families with emotional support.
• Verified type of radiology procedure prior to exams using the HIPAA guidelines for two identifiers.
• Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
• Reviewed treatment sheets for completeness and accuracy.
• Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
• Sterilized medical instruments as needed.
• Tended to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Participated in the maintenance of safe conditions within the facility and other related areas.
• Tracked and managed inventory for exam rooms and maintained vaccine and expiration logs. 
• Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Audited specimen integrity and identification.
• Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
• Assisted with technical treatments and entered information in patient records and charts.
• Safely disposed of used and contaminated supplies.
• Took messages using Allscripts Touchworks.
• Maintained a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.
• Promoted personal and co-worker safety.
• Acted as a liaison between physician and patient.
• Sterilized medical equipment after each procedure.
• Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations. 
• Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager.
• Answered appointment calls.
• Obtained and recorded patient vital signs; escorted patients to examination rooms and documented medical histories.
• Experienced in front and back offices, controlling patient flow, collecting payments and assisting in the delivery of quality healthcare.
• Communicated with patients by phone and via written correspondence.
• Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
• Measured and monitored patient vital signs.

• Provided patients and families with emotional support.
• Measured and monitored patient EKGs.
• Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
• Reviewed treatment sheets for completeness and accuracy.
• Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
• Sterilized medical instruments as needed.
• Tended to patients with chronic illnesses.
• Assisted providers in providing care to infants, children and adolescents.
• Participated in the maintenance of safe conditions within the facility and other related areas.
• Tracked and managed inventory for exam rooms and maintained vaccine and expiration logs. 
• Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Audited specimen integrity and identification.
• Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
• Coordinated and executed proper medical waste disposal.
• Monitored patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
• Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families. 
• Trained patients on how to properly operate their medical equipment.
• Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
• Evaluated and reported the current equipment inventory to appropriate sources.
• Assisted with technical treatments and entered information in patient records and charts.
• Safely disposed of used and contaminated supplies.

• Referred quality control data to the Clinical Laboratory Scientist Coordinator
• Performed various administrative duties, including data entry and document preparation
• Developed and maintained positive customer relationships through effective communication
• Closely followed trends and techniques in medical laboratory testing
• Recorded known control values from technical instruments to ensure reliability and accuracy in test results reporting
• Produced and submitted laboratory documents and reports per compliance requirements
• Promptly and efficiently distributed specimens to different facilities and labs
• Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures
• Demonstrated testing procedures and equipment to new laboratory personnel
• Correctly prepared laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for tests, research, process or quality control
• Maintained inventory and equipment in a neat and professional manner

• Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy
• Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers, and self
• Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date, and patient name
• Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses
• Conducted bleeding time tests and updated results into paper or electronic charts
• Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs
• Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station
• Counseled patients to ease their fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws
• Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs
• Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
• Jumped in to fill gaps for on call rotation when necessary
• Escorted patients to examination rooms and prepared them for physician exams
• Maintained patient charts and confidential files
• Contributed to community-focused public relations
• Corresponded with operations staff to ensure key client deliverables and revenue goals were met
• Administered, directed and coordinated the activities of the agency
• Relayed feedback on clinical settings’ effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals
• Relayed feedback on clinical settings’ effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals
• Created system-wide communications about service excellence
• Diligently monitored the QA (Quality Assurance) program to improve performance and maintain high standards of care
• Relayed feedback on clinical settings’ effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals
• Relayed feedback on clinical settings’ effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals
• Relayed feedback on clinical settings’ effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals
• Produced high-quality images for referring physicians
• Maintained all confidential personnel files, licensing and CPR compliance records
• Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD and asthma
• Directed the installation of improved work methods and procedures to achieve agency objectives
• Charted resident responses, progress to approaches used and reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical care professionals on staff
• Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
• Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures
• Evaluated accuracy and compliance of all documentation and reports
• Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
• Developed and implemented successful patient care plans
• Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
• Provided on-call care at all times of day and night
• Ensured HIPAA compliance
• Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information
• Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
• Tested patients' blood glucose levels
• Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities
• Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities
• Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure