Vanessa Gonzalez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Lead phlebotomist with hands-on expertise in venipuncture, specimen processing, and pediatric blood draws. Supervises daily phlebotomy work, trains new staff, supports patient communication in Spanish and English, and uses Epic and inventory control to keep operations accurate and efficient inpatient and outpatient setting.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Outreach Phlebotomist
University of Illinois, UIC
Chicago, Illinois
04.2026 - Current
- Performed phlebotomy services as needed for laboratory specimen collection.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with various procedures related to phlebotomy.
- Collected blood samples using phlebotomy best practices and labeled specimens for testing.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy processes; ordered additional materials as needed.
Lead Phlebotomist
Advocate Health Care Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Chicago, IL
05.2021 - 04.2026
- Supervised daily phlebotomy operations to maintain safety and quality compliance.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices and techniques in blood collection.
- Streamlined specimen processing procedures, enhancing workflow efficiency across 4 different department.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient experience during blood draws.
- Supported patient care in outpatient oncology and laboratory settings
Phlebotomist II
Ascension Saint Joseph
Chicago, IL
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Collected and processed blood samples for laboratory testing, adhering to safety protocols to ensure accurate results.
- Verified patient identification and explained procedures to enhance comfort and cooperation.
- Maintained accurate specimen records and tracked supply inventory to support smooth laboratory operations.
- Trained new staff on phlebotomy techniques and best practices, fostering a culture of quality patient care.
Education
Certificate of Phlebotomy
Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05-2020
GED -
University of The State of New York
New York, NY09-2017
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Lab safety protocols
- Specimen processing
- Out Patient, Oncology training
- Staff training
- Epic Software
- Supply chain management
- Patient interaction
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Certification
- NPACPT- The National Phlebotomy Association Inc.
Timeline
Outreach Phlebotomist
University of Illinois, UIC
04.2026 - Current
Lead Phlebotomist
Advocate Health Care Illinois Masonic Medical Center
05.2021 - 04.2026
Phlebotomist II
Ascension Saint Joseph
03.2019 - 04.2021
Certificate of Phlebotomy
Malcolm X College
GED -
University of The State of New York