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Deborah Gates

Chicago

Summary

Certified Phlebotomist with over 9 years of experience in high volume clinical and mobile settings. Proven expertise in venipuncture, patient interaction and multi-site operations. Expert in infection control compliance and specimen handling, consistently achieving high-quality outcomes in diverse clinical settings. Adept at patient-focused communication, ensuring comfort during procedures while maintaining rigorous safety standards. Proven ability to adapt quickly and efficiently across multiple sites.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Full Time Phlebotomist

U Of I
CHICAGO
11.2023 - Current
  • Collect blood and other specimen( Nasal swabs, sputum, stool, urine) for diagnosing infectious diseases like HIV, Hepatitis, TB, MRSA, COVID-19.
  • Followed enhanced infection control practices to prevent cross contamination and protect patient and staff safety.
  • Ensure all specimens meet testing requirements for temperature, volume, and handling to reduce recollection and delays.

Contracted Mobile Phlebotomist

Mobile Phlebotomy
Chicago
08.2021 - Current
  • Travel Chicagoland for health biometric screening.
  • Greet patient and verify patient ID. Adapted to varied clinical and non clinical settings, consistently maintaining quality and safety during high volume blood collection.
  • Speak with patient to reduce fear and anxiety
  • Collect blood samples by performing venipunctures and finger sticks averaging 40/45 sticks.
  • Label centrifuge and package specimen for processing.

Float Phlebotomist

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Float across multiple Chicagoland sites as needed to provide phlebotomy coverage.
  • Adjust quickly to new environments, personalities, EMR systems and work flows.
  • Conducted 25-30 venipunctures using straight needle techniques.
  • Ensure consistent compliance with safety and quality assurance standards in all locations.

Full-Time Travel Phlebotomist

Interactive Health
Schaumburg
08.2017 - 06.2020
  • Travel across the country for private corporate health and wellness biometric screenings.
  • Collect blood samples for wellness and drug testing. Averaging 40/45 venipunctures a day.
  • Use straight/butterfly needles for blood collection.
  • Label, package and shipped specimen to central lab.

Skills

  • Multi site operations
  • Patient focus communication
  • Infection control compliance
  • Specimen labeling and handling
  • EMR systems

Certification

  • Nirvana Institute- NHA, 2016-2024
  • BLS Certification AHA, 2025

Timeline

Full Time Phlebotomist

U Of I
11.2023 - Current

Float Phlebotomist

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 11.2023

Contracted Mobile Phlebotomist

Mobile Phlebotomy
08.2021 - Current

Full-Time Travel Phlebotomist

Interactive Health
08.2017 - 06.2020

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