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Taryn Harness-Kemp

Peoria

Summary


Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

HonorHealth
06.2023 - Current
  • Organized, prioritized, and obtained blood draw requests. Includes STATS, ASAP, TIMED, morning draws, and routine requests as received.
  • Collected fluids using correct collection procedures.
  • Disposed properly contaminated sharps following all policies.
  • Operated hospital tube system to both receive and send

specimens.

  • Operated telecommunication equipment including phones,
    pagers, and faxes.
  • Collaborated with nurses on a daily basis.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.

Phlebotomist

Advocate Aurora Health Care
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Collects blood specimens from patients in accordance with accepted laboratory standards and policies and procedures to ensure optimal specimen integrity and accurate test results.
  • Draws both inpatient and outpatient draws
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.

Phlebotomist

HonorHealth
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Organized, prioritized, and obtained blood draw requests. Includes STATS, ASAP, TIMED, morning draws, and routine requests as received.
  • Collected fluids using correct collection procedures.
  • Disposed properly contaminated sharps following all policies.
  • Operated hospital tube system to both receive and send

specimens.

  • Operated telecommunication equipment including phones, pagers, and faxes.
  • Collaborated with nurses on a daily basis.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.

Phlebotomist

Advocate Aurora Health Care
12.2020 - 07.2021
  • Collected fluid using the correct collection procedures
  • Disposed of biohazard fluids following the proper policies
  • Disposed properly of contaminated sharps following all policies
  • Drew blood from capillaries by dermal punctures, such as heel or finger sticks
  • Made sure all drawing areas were clean and sanitary, and all materials were clean.
  • Processed blood or other fluids in preparations for further
    testing.
  • Collaborated with doctor’s office and nurses on a daily basis
  • Kept area well stocked and materials ordered correctly
  • Opened and closed the laboratory.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Studies

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2026

Associate of Science -

Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL
05-2023

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL
09-2020

Skills

  • Medical records handling
  • Venipuncture
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Phlebotomist

HonorHealth
06.2023 - Current

Phlebotomist

Advocate Aurora Health Care
09.2022 - 05.2023

Phlebotomist

HonorHealth
11.2021 - 07.2022

Phlebotomist

Advocate Aurora Health Care
12.2020 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Medical Studies

Arizona State University

Associate of Science -

Kishwaukee College

No Degree - Phlebotomy

Kishwaukee College
Taryn Harness-Kemp