SYLVIA ALLEN
Evanston,IL
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist bringing 8+ years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Lab Express International
Oak Lawn, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
Phlebotomist
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County
Chicago, IL
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
Phlebotomist
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
Chicago, IL
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Midwestern Career College
Chicago, IL03-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Career Works
Chicago, IL03-2004
Associate of Science - Pharmacy Technology
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Clearwater, FLSkills
- Blood collection
- Data Entry
- Specimen Preparation
- Infection Control
- Anatomy and physiology
- Quality Control
- HIPAA
- Specimen handling
- Sanitation and sterilization
- HIPAA Compliance
- Communication abilities
- Medical terminology knowledge
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Lab Express International
01.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County
02.2022 - 01.2023
Phlebotomist
Kindred Hospital Chicago North
02.2018 - 10.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Midwestern Career College
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Career Works
Associate of Science - Pharmacy Technology
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
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