Brendan Blanco
Burlington,VT
Summary
Recent graduate currently working as a Medical Lab Scientist in Blood Banking while preparing to apply for graduate and medical schools. I am an incredibly driven individual who earned their BB(ASCP), EMT-B, and CNA certifications while working two jobs and enrolled full time for a B.S. in BioMedical Sciences and a decade of work history. I enjoy look for ways to improve myself and those around me in both my community and abroad.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Lab Scientist II
University of Vermont Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted complex antibody identification workups following positive screens and antigen typing.
- Performed crossmatching and compatibility testing of blood products for patients
- Assisted in Multiple Transfusion Protocols including selecting and emergency issuing blood products for patients with acute blood loss anemia and exsanguination.
- Performed laboratory skills including but not limited to DATs, Fetal Screens, Neonatal Transfusions, Rouleax testing, quality control, inventory control, thawing, washing, pooling, division and release of blood products to floors, infusion centers, clinics, and ORs for patient transfusions,
Front of House Manager
Grazers Restaurant
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Oversaw and trained 32 servers and bartenders that worked in the Front of House section at the Winooski location of a restaurant chain while maintaining locale appearances and completing orders.
- Delegated daily tasks, designed schedules, partook in hiring processes, and supervised guest areas.
- Communicated clearly and effectively between patrons and employees in a high pressure, fast paced environment to ensure customer satisfaction and smooth operations
Certified Nursing Aide
Meadowbrook Healthcare
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked in a 287-bed nursing home, rotating through five different long-term units, restorative care, and a subacute rehabilitation
- Assisted in daily living activities such as feeding, bathing, clothing, toileting, and cleaning rooms while providing emotional care and support to my residents
- Frequently had groups of 6-12 residents a day for whom I was responsible for providing care
Education
Bachelor of Science - BioMedical Sciences
SUNY College At Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY12-2023
Skills
- Proficient in WellSky Transfusion
- Serological Testing
- Patient Care
- Research Assistance
- Detail Oriented
- Adaptable
Certification
- Blood Bank Technologist -American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) 03/14/25 -03/31/28 Credential ID 3930
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, NY Dept. of Health Bureau of EMS and Trauma Systems, NYS, 05/01/22-07/31/25, 494159
- Certified Nurses Aide, NY Dept. of Health, NYS, 05/01/23-05/31/25, NY000461096E
Timeline
Medical Lab Scientist II
University of Vermont Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Front of House Manager
Grazers Restaurant
09.2023 - 03.2025
Certified Nursing Aide
Meadowbrook Healthcare
09.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - BioMedical Sciences
SUNY College At Plattsburgh
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