Poleena Kovalaske
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented healthcare professional with over 3 years of experience in laboratory and clinical settings, including phlebotomy and medical scribing. Skilled in accurate documentation, electronic health records, and supporting clinical teams in fast-paced environments. Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach with a strong interest in holistic, patient-centered care and preventive health strategies. Former Division I athlete and experienced swim coach with a strong background in wellness and team leadership, bringing a holistic and empathetic approach to patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Swim Coach
Bloomington-normal Ymca
01.2024 - Current
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance with children of varying ages and skill level.
- Organize and run swim meets while utilizing an electronic program (Swim Meet Manager)
Medical Scribe
Carle McLean County Orthopedics
10.2023 - Current
- Documented patient encounters accurately in an electronic health record system (Epic).
- Assisted healthcare providers with charting and streamlining documentation practices to enhance provider efficiency and patient care.
- Trained new scribes on best practice.
Head Swim Coach
Chicago Wolfpack Aquatic Center
09.2019 - 07.2023
- Oversaw the Pack Prep Program and it's 8 instructors.
Server
Hawkeye's Bar And Grill
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Remained calm and flexible when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service while working well with the rest of the staff.
Phlebotomist
Rush University Medical Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Performed venipunctures and capillary punctures; collected, prepared, and stored blood samples
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Mural Arts Intern
Green Star Movement
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Learned and then taught bricolage mosaic
- Helped build murals in underprivileged neighborhoods
Phlebotomist
Dr. Hammond
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Worked one on one with a doctor and his patients
- Performed venipunctures and capillary punctures; collected and prepared blood samples to be sent off to a lab.
PR Student Intern
TWEEDL- Music Discovery, Genx
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Think Tank- worked directly with the Chief Executive Officer (Tony Abrahams)
- Worked to improve the app and use media to advertise it
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
University of Illinois At Chicago (UIC)
Chicago, IL05.2023
Skills
Leadership and problem-solving
experience
Bilingual (Russian)
Versatile and adaptable
High level of accuracy and
attention to detail
Service industry experience
D1 Collegiate Swimmer
Certification
• Functional Medicine Academy Certified Coach (FMACC), Functional Medicine Academy - Completed in Sept. 2024
• National Healthcare Association
(NHA) and Phlebotomist (CPT)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
(CPR) and First Aid
• Certified Piano Teacher (levels
1-8) by The Royal Conservatory
of Music
Timeline
Assistant Swim Coach
Bloomington-normal Ymca
01.2024 - Current
Medical Scribe
Carle McLean County Orthopedics
10.2023 - Current
Server
Hawkeye's Bar And Grill
08.2021 - 03.2022
Phlebotomist
Rush University Medical Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
Mural Arts Intern
Green Star Movement
05.2021 - 07.2021
Head Swim Coach
Chicago Wolfpack Aquatic Center
09.2019 - 07.2023
Phlebotomist
Dr. Hammond
04.2019 - 06.2021
PR Student Intern
TWEEDL- Music Discovery, Genx
11.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
University of Illinois At Chicago (UIC)
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