Wendy D. Adams
**** *. **** **., *******, IL ****9
Cell 773-***-**** Email: *********@*****.***
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