Whitney Da Costa
Worcester,MA
Summary
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with expertise in patient care, medical procedures, and healthcare administration. Proficient in 3 languages. Dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare experiences. Skilled in assisting medical teams with examinations and treatments, measuring vitals, drawing blood samples, and collecting urine specimens.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Phlebotomist
Savida Health
Worcester, MA
01.2021 - 10.2024
- Documented lab results accurately into the Electronic Medical Record system.
- Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted results in collaboration with healthcare team members.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Phlebotomist
Clean Slate Centers
Worcester, MA
07.2017 - 12.2020
- Assisted in scheduling appointments for patients over the phone or via email communication.
- Performed laboratory specimen collections such as urine samples or throat swabs according to established standards.
- Documented lab results accurately into the Electronic Medical Record system.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients of all ages.
- Prepared specimens for transport to the laboratory for analysis.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Healthcare
Porter & Chester Institute
Worcester, MA08-2017
Skills
- Patient Vital Signs Assessment
- Specimen Handling Expertise
- Venipuncture Proficiency
- Electronic Health Records Proficiency
- Medical terminology proficiency
Languages
Creole (Cape Verdean)
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Accomplishments
- National Technical Honor Society
- Student Ambassador of Porter and Chester Institute
- Lead Laboratory Supervisor
Certification
- Certified Medical Clinical Assistant/CPT with over 1,000 hours and seven years of experience as a phlebotomist
- American Association of Medical Assistants
- Lead Laboratory Supervisor with over 3 years of experience
- CPR Certified, BLS Certified
- Certified in Narcan training
Affiliations
- St. John's Food for the Poor Program, Worcester, volunteering
- Volunteering with sober recovery for addiction
Timeline
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Phlebotomist
Savida Health
01.2021 - 10.2024
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Phlebotomist
Clean Slate Centers
07.2017 - 12.2020
Certified Medical Assistant - Healthcare
Porter & Chester Institute
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