Sarah Kanneh

Dedicated and dependable Phlebotomist and Medical Assistant with hands-on experience in venipuncture, plasma donation services, patient care, vital signs, laboratory work, and donor monitoring. Experienced in supporting safe collection procedures, responding to donor reactions, maintaining supplies, and providing compassionate care. Additional healthcare experience includes patient rooming, patient education, medication assistance, documentation, and activities of daily living.

Strong team player who can also work independently in fast-paced healthcare environments.

PRN Travel Phlebotomist - Aeon Technologies

(2025-10)

• Perform venipuncture and support patients/donors during blood collection procedures.

Phlebotomy / Plasma Services - BioLife West Des Moines

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

• Performed venipuncture for donors and supported plasma donation procedures.
• Monitored donors for adverse reactions and responded appropriately when reactions occurred.
• Maintained supplies and supported a clean, organized work area.

Phlebotomist - Phleb- Octopharma Plasma

(2021-07 - 2022-08)

• Performed venipuncture for plasma donors.
• Monitored donors for adverse reactions and provided support when needed.
• Turned over beds and restocked supplies throughout the workday.

Medical Assistant - Planned Parenthood

• Obtained patient vital signs and roomed patients to prepare them for the clinician.
• Performed laboratory work and supported patient-care activities.
• Educated patients on different birth-control methods.

Medical Assistant Extern - Mercy East - Des Moines, IA

(2012-10 - 2012-11)

• Performed X-rays and completed laboratory work effectively and efficiently.
• Greeted and roomed patients.

Medical Assistant Extern - Barazanji Family Medical Clinic - Des Moines, IA

(2012-01 - 2012-02)

• Obtained patient vital signs and roomed patients for the practitioner.
• Performed laboratory work.

Caregiver - HCBS4 - Des Moines, IA

(2011-04)

• Safely and appropriately distributed medications.
• Maintained accurate records and reported necessary information to supervisors.
• Accompanied and assisted patients with activities of daily living.

Development Specialist - Behavioral Technologies - Des Moines, IA

(2005-11 - 2011-02)

• Assisted individuals with disabilities and supported daily activities.
• Helped facilitate daily programs for clients.
• Performed general housekeeping duties.

Caregiver - Progress Industries - Johnston, IA

(2003-07 - 2004-01)

• Managed and distributed medications to clients as required.
• Assisted with daily outings and activities.
• Performed general housekeeping duties.

Associate Degree - Medical Assistant with Limited Radiography - Vatterott College (2012-11)

Diploma - Medical Assistant - Vatterott College (2012-02)