Marjorie Bomben
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated Paramedic with 33 years of experience performing life saving techniques. Offering exceptional patient care, scene size-up and communication abilities.
Certified Phlebotomist with extensive training and hands-on experience in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection techniques. Quick to build rapport with patients and successful at reducing patients' anxiety or discomfort.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist at Foundations of Health Research
Northwestern University
Evanston
05.2024 - Current
- Collected blood samples from patients following safety and infection control guidelines.
- Prepared samples for laboratory testing ensuring proper labeling and handling.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of procedures performed.
Phlebotomy Technician
NorthShore/Endeavor Health
Skokie
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Paramedic
Chicago Fire Department
Chicago
02.1983 - 07.2016
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Emergency Department Technician
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Chicago
03.1989 - 11.1989
- Tracked patients' vital signs, treated wounds and collected samples to free up nurses and physicians for more advanced work.
- Assisted with fitting patients for casts, crutches and other medical devices.
- Helped nursing staff provide quality, competent patient care for diverse emergencies.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
Education
Completion of Phlebotomy Program - MLT
Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL05-2023
Bachelor of Science - EnvironmentalScience
DePaul University
Chicago, IL06-1992
EMT-P (paramedic)
Good Samaritan College of Nursing And Health Science
Downers Grove, IL06-1982
EMT-Basic - Emergency Medical Technician
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Chicago, IL05-1980
Skills
- Work Coordination
- Emergency Vehicle Driving
- Ambulance Transport
- Advanced Trauma Life Support
- Medical Procedure Prioritization
- Organizational Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- Applying Orthopedic Splints
- Starting Intravenous line
- Venipuncture
- Capillary puncture
- Taking and Tracking Vital Signs
- Airway Management
- EKG Interpretation and Monitoring
- Medical Sample Collection
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Supervision & Leadership
Timeline
Phlebotomist at Foundations of Health Research
Northwestern University
05.2024 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
NorthShore/Endeavor Health
04.2023 - 05.2024
Emergency Department Technician
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
03.1989 - 11.1989
Paramedic
Chicago Fire Department
02.1983 - 07.2016
Completion of Phlebotomy Program - MLT
Oakton Community College
Bachelor of Science - EnvironmentalScience
DePaul University
EMT-P (paramedic)
Good Samaritan College of Nursing And Health Science
EMT-Basic - Emergency Medical Technician
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College