Wendy D. Adams

**** *. **** **., *******, IL ****9

Cell 773-***-**** Email: ad5cdl@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Certified Phlebotomist seeking to become a contributing member of a team of professionals in the medical field. I am a driven, self-motivated and highly capable CPT (Certified Phlebotomy Technician). I am diligent and dedicated to ensure that all of my duties and obligations are completed in the most efficient manner. I take initiative to ascertain that all tasks are performed professionally with careful consideration for patients. I’m able to handle independent projects as well as function as a team member.

Core Qualifications

Patient-focused care

Blood Withdrawal certification

CPR Certification (American Heart Assoc.)

Venipuncture/blood draw

Excellent customer service skills

Experience

NORTHWESTERN MED 08/2021 - Present

Certified Phlebotomist

Opens and closes OB-GYN office and completes daily operations of phlebotomy unit

Processes pathology specimens and performs phlebotomy functions venipunctures

RUSH OAK PARK 03/2021 – 08/2021

Certified Phlebotomist

Opens office and starts daily operations of phlebotomy unit

Performs phlebotomy functions and venipunctures for the outpatient and inpatient clinics as well as the hospital

EDWARDS ELMHURST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 11/2017 – 03/2021

Certified Phlebotomist

Performed phlebotomy functions for the outpatient clinics as well as the hospital

Prepared blood-collecting equipment, drew blood, and safely stored and transported samples; performed EKG’s daily

Worked collaboratively with patients, healthcare providers and patient support departments to ensure a high quality of service.

MT. SINAI HOSPITAL

Certified Phlebotomist 03/2017 – 08/2018

Performed inpatient blood draws for analysis and testing

Labeled and delivered samples to lab for processing; securely enforced standards to protect patient’s PHI

LIFESCAN 01/2017 – 03/2017

Certified Phlebotomist

Responsible for obtaining and processing blood and body fluid specimens from patients or clients of all age ranges.

Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture

Collected blood samples from patients, labeled and dispatched samples for analysis and testing. Transported blood samples to the correct laboratory

Professional and accurate management of patient records

CENTRAL CLINIC LABS 09/2013 – 01/2017

Certified Phlebotomist

Daily routine for Central Clinic labs included visitation to two nursing homes for preparation, collection and storage of blood samples through venipuncture. Patient types included the elderly, Alzheimer’s and those mentally incapacitated.

Traveled weekly to collect blood samples for 15-20 patients of home confinement

Proficient in the following: blood collection technique, saliva testing and urine testing

TERRACE GARDEN ASSISTED LIVING 06/ 2011 – 09/2013

Certified Nurse Assistant

Completed all daily living tasks to enhance the quality of life of elderly patients under the direction of a RN or LPN

(Assisted patients with bathing, grooming and dressing. Collection of vital signs, changed/emptied Foley bag, light house- keeping, preparations of meals, Changed linens)

Documented all important information.

WESTGATE FAMILY PRACTICE 12/ 2012- 05/2013

Certified Phlebotomist- Obtained blood samples for medical testing, safely stored and transported samples

Education

GREAT PARAGON HEALTH SERVICES, INC. SCHOOL OF CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTS, January 2011

MALCOLM X COLLEGE- CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, TRAINING COMPETENCY EVALUATION, 2011

STARS ACADEMY School of Phlebotomy July 20, 2012 Hickory Hills, IL

NHA National Health Career Association-Tested on 8/31/12 NCCA-Accredited

BLS- for health care provider – CPR through the American Heart Association

Certifications

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMIST

References

Available upon request

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