ZAHOUA CHIKHI
PHILADELPHIA
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist with demonstrated understanding of medical vocabulary, disease control protocols, quality support and data entry. Personable employee maintains excellent patient relations and pleasant bedside manner. Works well with teams and supervisors to assess and file test results.
Developed practical skills in patient care and medical office operations in clinical setting. Demonstrated ability to handle administrative tasks and assist with clinical procedures, ensuring smooth operations. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging strong organizational and patient interaction skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant Student
Penn Podiatry
12.2024 - Current
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Administered injections proficiently while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Supported patients by conducting routine tests, such as blood pressure measurements and glucose checks, to monitor their health.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Phlebotomist
Jefferson Abington Hopital
11.2024 - Current
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
PHLEBOTOMIST
CSL Plasma Center
01.2023 - Current
- Verified specimen information, completed data entry and properly matched patient information to specimens
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained department equipment and work areas according to facility standards
- Used patient-centered approach to phlebotomy, resulting in increased patient comfort and positive overall experience
- Met high-volume targets with focus on safety, compliance and quality control
- Completed phlebotomy and associated tasks as per applicable SOPs for consistent and safe daily operations
- Communicated with donors to explain specimen collection process and estimated wait-time for results
- Understood and adhered to HIPAA policies, procedures and regulations to maintain patient confidentiality
- Performed blood draws on patients with challenging veins, earning recognition for exceptional technical skills and patient care
- Explained blood draw procedures to patients, reducing anxiety and gaining cooperation
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Colors Numbers And Colors Daycare
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Implemented curricula activities and encouraged children's participation through practical lessons
- Prepared classroom, organizing and distributing instructional materials for lessons
- Assisted differently-abled and young students to meet personal needs
- Maintained classroom and student spaces to meet strict health and safety standards
- Administered tests and quizzes, providing immediate feedback to help students improve
Education
Graduate Certificate - Clinical Medical Assistant
OIC PHILADELPHIA
1231 N Broad St , Philadelphia PA 1912211-2024
CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN - PHLEBOTOMY
Starlight Medical
Pennsauken Township, NJ01.0001
LICENCE - MICROBIOLOGY
University Mouloud Mammeri
01.0001
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Lycée Polyvalent Iferhounene
01.0001
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Donor screening
- Venipuncture
- Paperwork Processing
- Patient support
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Care
- Phlebotomy proficiency
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical terminology
- Operating EKG equipment
- CPR/AED cerification
Certification
- Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- Licensed in microbiology in Algeria with US equivalency of Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology.
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant Student
Penn Podiatry
12.2024 - Current
Phlebotomist
Jefferson Abington Hopital
11.2024 - Current
PHLEBOTOMIST
CSL Plasma Center
01.2023 - Current
TEACHER'S ASSISTANT
Colors Numbers And Colors Daycare
02.2022 - 12.2023
LICENCE - MICROBIOLOGY
University Mouloud Mammeri
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Lycée Polyvalent Iferhounene
- Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- Licensed in microbiology in Algeria with US equivalency of Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology.
Graduate Certificate - Clinical Medical Assistant
OIC PHILADELPHIA
CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN - PHLEBOTOMY
Starlight Medical
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