Carla Hernandez
Summary
Bilingual Salvadoran doctor with experience in health care, passionate about helping the community in the area of health and preventive care. Open to learn new skills & techniques, works well under pressure. Communicates ideas clearly and effectively. Critical thinker and complex problem-solver with a strong attention to detail, disciplined nature and systematic approach to improving health care to the community.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Clinical Suppt Tech I
UNC Hospitals At Hillsborough
Hillsborough, NC
03.2024 - Current
- Performed vital signs checks such as blood pressure and temperature readings for patients.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care, including dressing wounds and providing hygiene assistance.
- Recorded observations on patient charts regarding activities of daily living, intake and output levels, vital signs.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Phlebotomy Technician
UNC Hospitals At Hillsborough
Hillsborough, NC
07.2019 - Current
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information, like time of collection, date, and patient name.
- Lab assistant, processor.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
Environmental Services
UNC Health Care
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Performed basic cleaning tasks by polishing furniture, replacing trash bags, cleaning bathroom surfaces and replacing dirty linens and towels.
- Cleaned and returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status.
- Provided detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
MD General Physician
Medical Center Shalom
San Salvador, El Salvador
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Develop treatment plans for patients with chronic conditions including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and other problems with internal systems.
- Provide care, treatment, and advice for acute health conditions for patients in the family practice setting including infections, injuries, and illnesses.
Attending Physician
Public Health Department
San Salvador, El Salvador
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Treated illnesses in a family clinic setting by administering prescription medicines, recommending specialized care, or providing therapy.
- Reviewed medical records and charts of each patient before and during a visit to understand health history, record actions, and maintain accurate information.
Supervisor of Integral Attention to Children
Public Health Department
San Salvador, El Salvador
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Development of health promotion activities and prevention of diseases of the girls and boys under 10 years old.
- Promotion, prevention and evaluation of growth and development, as well as comprehensive disease management frequent in childhood, with a focus on rights.
Surveillance and Epidemiological Control Plan
Public Health Department
San Salvador, El Salvador
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Foundation for immediate and long-term strategies for combating infectious diseases. Such monitoring is usually the responsibility of national authorities and includes assessing individual cases, identifying the causative organisms, and compiling population-based data that inform public health policy.
Food Associate
Wal Mart Stores Inc
West Hills, CA
2 2018 - 4 2018
- Maintained knowledge of current product locations.
- Ordered and shelved weekly sale items for customers.
- Stocked returned inventory for customers in storage.
- Stocked, priced, front-faced and rotated merchandise.
Education
Associate Degree Nursing - Current
Alamance Community College
Graham, NCNurse Aid I -
Chaz Training School
NC11-2023
Phlebotomy Technician -
Triple A Phlebotomy
NC04-2019
Medical Terminology -
West Valley Occupational Center
Woodland Hills, CA 01-2018
M.D. -
Salvadoran University Alberto Masferrer
San Salvador, El Salvador02-2017
Diploma in Public Health and Epidemiological Surv -
Salvadoran University Alberto Masferrer
San Salvador, El Salvador11-2016
Diploma in Public Health and Community Care -
Salvadoran University Alberto Masferrer
San Salvador El Salvador11-2016
MasferrerMasferrerMasferrerCourse in Scientific Methodology and Biostatistic -
Salvadoran University Alberto Masferrer
San Salvador, El Salvador06-2016
Skills
- Languages: Bilingual, fluency English/Spanish, both spoken and written
- Computer – MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Epic
- Typing 40 wpm
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Patient, compassionate, and caring when treating and counseling patients in practice, making them feel like they’re in good hands under my care
- Effective at multi-tasking and organizing duties
- Excellent at communicating with colleagues
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) NV 09/2023
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Raleigh, NC, 10/2023
Timeline
Clinical Suppt Tech I
UNC Hospitals At Hillsborough
03.2024 - Current
Phlebotomy Technician
UNC Hospitals At Hillsborough
07.2019 - Current
Environmental Services
UNC Health Care
07.2018 - 07.2019
MD General Physician
Medical Center Shalom
03.2017 - 12.2017
Attending Physician
Public Health Department
01.2016 - 12.2016
Supervisor of Integral Attention to Children
Public Health Department
01.2016 - 12.2016
Surveillance and Epidemiological Control Plan
Public Health Department
01.2016 - 12.2016
Food Associate
Wal Mart Stores Inc
2 2018 - 4 2018
Associate Degree Nursing - Current
Alamance Community College
Nurse Aid I -
Chaz Training School
Phlebotomy Technician -
Triple A Phlebotomy
Medical Terminology -
West Valley Occupational Center
M.D. -
Salvadoran University Alberto Masferrer
Diploma in Public Health and Epidemiological Surv -
Salvadoran University Alberto Masferrer
Diploma in Public Health and Community Care -
Salvadoran University Alberto Masferrer
MasferrerMasferrerMasferrerCourse in Scientific Methodology and Biostatistic -
Salvadoran University Alberto Masferrer
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