Rachel Pegram
Perrysburg,OH
Summary
Dedicated phlebotomist with expertise in venipuncture and specimen processing at Highland District Hospital. Proven ability to ensure patient comfort and safety while maintaining compliance with laboratory protocols. Strong communication skills and attention to detail enhance patient care and support quality assurance initiatives. Committed to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Highland District Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Perform venipuncture and capillary procedures on patients across age groups with a focus on comfort, safety, and accuracy
- Collect, label, and process blood and non-blood specimens in compliance with lab protocols
- Accurately enter and verify patient information into the laboratory information system (LIS)
- Travel to affiliated medical offices to perform off-site specimen collection
- Participate in ongoing education and competency programs to maintain compliance and quality standards.
Cashier
Ventura's Feed and Country Store
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Delivered friendly, efficient customer service in a fast paced retail environment
- Operated the cash register and handled transactions accurately
- Answered phones and assisted customers with product related questions
- Maintained store cleanliness and organization to ensure the best experience for customers
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted with inventory awareness and restocking needs
Education
Bear Tracks Program - phlebotomy training
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH06.2023
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
Hillsboro, Ohio05.2023
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Capillary collection
- Specimen processing and labeling
- Patient care
- Data entry
- Microsoft software
- Laboratory compliance
- Patient information entry
- Off-site collection
- Quality control processes
- Safety protocols adherence
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Quality control guidelines
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
Certified in Phlebotomy
References
- Brad Storts, Director of Professional Services, Highland District Hospital, (---)--- --, BStorts@hdh.org
- Amy Lowe, Manager, HDH Laboratory, (937) 393-6224, ALowe@hdh.org
- Becky Ventura, Owner/Manager, Ventura's Feed, (937) 205-2110, Venturafeeds@outlook.com
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Highland District Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Cashier
Ventura's Feed and Country Store
07.2022 - 07.2023
Bear Tracks Program - phlebotomy training
Shawnee State University
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School