Linda Stebbins
Warren,MA
Summary
Dedicated travel phlebotomist with extensive experience in patient management and specimen collection. Skilled in balancing high-volume draws while ensuring patient comfort and safety, contributing to efficient healthcare delivery across diverse settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Phlebotomist
Mercy Life Lab
Springfield, MA
08.2024 - Current
- I travel to various healthcare facilities such as nursing homes, assisted livings, CHD's, and rehabs. I perform phlebotomy procedures on patients in a timely manner and get the specimens back to the lab to process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in venipuncture, capillary puncture, and specimen collection techniques
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards during all procedures
- Efficiently managed a high volume of daily phlebotomy draws while ensuring accuracy and patient comfort
Patient Care Technician
Baystate Hospital
Springfield , MA
06.2017 - 08.2023
- Precepted new staff, enhancing clinical skills and patient care delivery.
- Performed phlebotomy, EKGs, vital sign charting, and responded to adult recess incidents.
- Assisted RN and provider during exams and emergency situations.
- Managed direct care, cleaning, and toileting for up to 28 patients per shift.
Medical Assistant
Robert Howe MD
East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Assisted in patient examinations and prepared examination rooms for procedures.
- Obtained prior authorizations to facilitate timely patient care.
- Confirmed patient appointments to improve communication and increase attendance rates.
- Performed phlebotomy, supporting doctors during exams and procedures.
- Administered injections following treatment protocols.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs to deliver critical data for accurate medical evaluations.
Medical Assistant
Westfield Pediatrics
Westfield, MA
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Documented patient medical histories and vital signs with precision.
- Prepared examination rooms to support optimal patient care.
- Assisted physicians during patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Administered injections as directed by healthcare providers.
- Verified insurance eligibility prior to patient appointments.
- Managed phone calls, providing results and confirming patient appointments.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Longmeadow High School
East Longmeadow, MA06-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomy
Branford Hall
Springfield, MASome College (No Degree) - Vocational-Technical Education Medical Office
LPVEC
West Springfield, MASkills
- Venipuncture techniques
- Specimen collection
- Proper labeling
- Infection control
- Vital signs monitoring
- EHR documentation
- Regulatory knowledge
- Time management
- Patient interaction
Timeline
Travel Phlebotomist
Mercy Life Lab
08.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Baystate Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
Robert Howe MD
06.2016 - 06.2017
Medical Assistant
Westfield Pediatrics
06.2015 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
East Longmeadow High School
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomy
Branford Hall
Some College (No Degree) - Vocational-Technical Education Medical Office
LPVEC