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Bryan Hernandez

DeLand,FL

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record in medical technology and team management, notably at AdventHealth. Skilled in sanitation and sterilization, alongside exceptional bilingual communication abilities. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing operational efficiency and employee productivity, with a commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards. Resourceful Lead Laboratory Assistant with proven ability to efficiently manage and complete tasks in high-pressure environments. Specialize in sample preparation, data analysis, and equipment maintenance, ensuring accuracy and reliability in laboratory results. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, making significant contributions to project success and operational improvements.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Laboratory Assistant

AdventHealth
DeLand, FL
01.2023 - Current
  • Maintained laboratory equipment, materials and supplies to ensure safety and accuracy of experiments.
  • Performing microbiology duties assigned, including micro specimen processing, slide preparation and staining, culture setups, and handling positive blood cultures.
  • Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
  • Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
  • Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.
  • Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Performs desk duties, faxes results, answers phones, reprints labels, calls the floors, and reschedules the recollects.
  • Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
  • Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
  • Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
  • Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.
  • Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.

Lab Supervisor: Anitra Alvardo Watson, (386) 848-5954.

Lab Microbiology Supervisor, Charlotte Cordoves-Morales, (787) 531-8005.

Team Leader

OneBlood
Orlando, FL
07.2020 - 01.2023
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
  • Maintained a fully stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier, and station.
  • Compiled and submitted data for demographic research.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Upheld donor confidentiality throughout intake and collection process.
  • Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
  • Utilized calm and friendly demeanor to increase patient comfort and alleviate anxiety.
  • Disposed of used needles in sharps containers to avoid accidental needlesticks.
  • Sanitized work area after every patient to prevent contamination and spread of disease.
  • Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs.

Supervisor Kareana Courtney (321) 231-6804.

Shift Manager

Aldi
Orlando, FL
04.2016 - 06.2020
  • Stocking store products on the sales floor.
  • Resupply produce, and check the quality of the product.
  • Can do multiple pallets in the freezer, cooler, and the sales floor.
  • Can break down meat pallets, and put them away nice and neat in the meat locker. Place the meat on the meat sleeves, and keep up with the store's standard of appearance.
  • Operate the scrubber, and mop the whole store when needed, too.
  • Handle the cash register with ease, and cash out with no problems.
  • Restock the bread in the store, and keep an eye out for dates; rotate any new bread items while using a doily to lift the bread and slide it with the other bread trays.
  • As a lead associate on the floor, I keep a close lookout for any product that is out, run to the freezer, cooler, or backroom for the product, and refill and date it if necessary.
  • Complete any new training, and participate in any meetings held in the store.
  • Directing and assisting all customers with finding items and/or lifting items they can't reach.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies, and promotions.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service, and operational goals.
  • Successfully use the bailer to trash the boxes.
  • Use forklift technology.
  • Managed schedules, accepted time-off requests, and found coverage for shifts.
  • Enhanced operations and boosted efficiency through employee training, coaching, and creating work schedules and assignments.
  • Documented receipts, employee hours, and inventory movements.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • I remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.
  • Store Manager Yodalis, 205-538-6901.

Assistant Manager

Domino's Pizza
Ansonia , CT
06.2014 - 04.2016
  • Worked Night shifts
  • Kept track of all money and saw sales progress
  • Handled all bank deposits with access to safe and make sure all the money was there and keep it in an even amount
  • Shut down all computers and installed any software updates to the computer.
  • Prepared all dough, food, and date all perishable foods.
  • Maintain a sanitary work environment that's up to par with health code standards.
  • Assigned tasks to employees and send out my drivers to proper locations for food to be delivered for the customer
  • Keep the optimal pace throughout the store, and finding tasks to do.
  • Made sure all orders were done right the first time
  • Assistant food line workers when the rush hits while keeping an eye out for the oven for pizza to be ready.
  • Answer all phone calls placed by customers
  • Set alarms before leaving the store
  • I always washed my hands before and after working with food.
  • Maintained a positive work ethic and commitment to providing excellent service to improve operations efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Initiated inventory control measures to manage and replenish stock, maintain costs and meet customer demands while monitoring clothing, accessory and shoe levels.
  • Trained all new employees
  • Did payroll for all my employees
  • Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
  • Organized schedules, workflow's and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.

General Manager Debbie Jennings (203) 751-4599

Education

Phlebotomy Techinican -

Griffin School of Allied Health Careers
Derby, CT
05.2018

High School Diploma -

Ansonia High School
Ansonia, CT
06.2014

Skills

  • Sanitation and sterilization
  • Cash drawer balancing
  • Issue resolution
  • Sharps disposal
  • Drawing blood
  • Clean backroom/dock room
  • Experienced in forklifts
  • Handle department signage and pricing
  • Never late
  • Ability to bend, stoop, twist, and stand for a long period of time
  • Speak English and Spanish
  • Enjoy fast pace environment
  • Leader
  • Medical Technology experience

Timeline

Lead Laboratory Assistant

AdventHealth
01.2023 - Current

Team Leader

OneBlood
07.2020 - 01.2023

Shift Manager

Aldi
04.2016 - 06.2020

Assistant Manager

Domino's Pizza
06.2014 - 04.2016

Phlebotomy Techinican -

Griffin School of Allied Health Careers

High School Diploma -

Ansonia High School
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