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Latasha Baker

Chicago

Summary

Compassionate phlebotomist with extensive experience at Weiss Memorial Hospital, skilled in venipuncture and specimen handling. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and adherence to infection control protocols. Recognized for maintaining accuracy in specimen tracking, ensuring timely testing results, and adapting to diverse patient needs.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomist/Cental Processor

Weiss Memorial Hospital
09.2010 - Current
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

Phlebotomist/EKG Technician

Lincoln Park Hospital
06.1995 - 07.2008
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy/ekg

Northwestern Business College
Chicago, IL
05-2010

General Studies

Crane High School
Chicago, IL
06-1993

Skills

  • Venipuncture
  • Order of draw
  • Patient care
  • Specimen handling
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Butterfly needle technique
  • Specimen preparation
  • Paperwork processing
  • Recording data
  • Patient preparation
  • Sample storage

Certification

  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician

Timeline

Phlebotomist/Cental Processor

Weiss Memorial Hospital
09.2010 - Current

Phlebotomist/EKG Technician

Lincoln Park Hospital
06.1995 - 07.2008

Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy/ekg

Northwestern Business College

General Studies

Crane High School

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