Gaetano T De Martino
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Experienced Blood Bank Supervisor skilled in blood banking, antibody identification, and blood component preparation. Expertise in quality control, HIPAA compliance, and regulatory adherence. Proven ability to lead transfusion workflows, train staff, and maintain accurate records in high-pressure settings. Focused on optimizing operations, enhancing team performance, and ensuring reliable patient support through effective communication with healthcare professionals.
Overview
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1
Certification
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Blood Bank Supervisor
Physician Regional Medical Center
Naples, Florida
03.2020 - 02.2024
- Coordinated daily workflow for blood bank staff, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained technicians on blood typing, crossmatching, and specimen handling procedures.
- Monitored quality control checks for reagents, equipment, and testing processes.
- Reviewed blood product inventory and maintained storage conditions in medical center blood bank.
- Communicated with physicians and nursing teams on urgent transfusion requests.
- Documented blood bank logs, reports, and regulatory compliance for Physician Regional Medical Center.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care needs related to transfusions services.
- Hired, trained and managed employees, set schedules, and improved performance.
- Addressed customer complaints and resolved issues promptly while ensuring high standards of service.
Senior Evening Blood Bank Technologist
Mt Auburn Hospital
Cambridge, Massachusetts
05.2009 - 08.2019
- Performed laboratory testing for Mount Auburn Hospital patient specimens.
- Verified specimen integrity using hospital laboratory procedures.
- Operated analyzers and maintained testing equipment.
- Recorded results in laboratory information systems.
- Reviewed test results to ensure accuracy before reporting. quality control samples for accuracy.
- Prepared reagents and supplies for daily workflows.
- Communicated critical findings with clinical care teams.
- Followed safety and infection control standards in hospital labs.
- Collaborated with other technologists in order to develop innovative solutions for customer needs.
- Set up testing equipment to ensure accurate results., cleaned and maintained laboratory equipment.
- Supervised, trained or directed medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing.
- Performed various tests on patients to assess needs and medication effectiveness.
- Installed operating systems on physical, virtual machines for testing purposes.
- Performed root cause analysis on reported bugs or errors within the system.
- Provided training sessions for users on how to use new software applications effectively.
- Evaluated new technology options in order optimize existing systems architecture design.
- Deployed application updates after thorough testing was completed successfully.
Evening blood bank senior Blood Bank Tech
Beth Isreal Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, Massachusetts
02.1997 - 06.2009
- Crossmatched donor blood with patient samples for compatibility testing.
- Completed antibody screening and identification for transfusion support requests.
- Verified compatibility of blood samples through crossmatching and antigen typing procedures. using crossmatching, antigen typing and antibody identification.
- Performed ABO and Rh typing for Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center blood bank specimens.
- Prepared blood products for issue following hospital transfusion procedures.
- Documented results in laboratory information systems and maintained specimen records.
- Conducted quality control on testing equipment and blood bank reagents.
- Communicated test status with nurses and clinical staff for patient transfusion care.
- Assisted with the preparation and delivery of blood products to clinical areas.
- Processed requests from healthcare facilities for specific types of blood products or components.
- Collected and processed blood samples using aseptic techniques.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment used in the collection process, such as centrifuges and refrigerators.
- Ensured proper labeling of all collected specimens according to applicable regulations.
- Reported any discrepancies between collected sample data and patient information immediately.
Supervisor Evenings and Night Shifts
Childrens Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
06.1982 - 02.1992
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Supervised pediatric unit staff across Children's Hospital daily operations.
- Scheduled staff assignments for Children's Hospital departments and coverage needs.
- Coordinated patient flow between nursing, support, and family services teams.
- Trained new employees on patient care procedures and hospital workflows.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Resolved staff concerns and service issues with calm, professional communication.
- Monitored compliance with hospital policies, safety rules, and infection control standards.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Reviewed daily reports, supply needs, and unit activity for department leaders.
- Recruited and hired staff members to fill open positions.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
Education
Master of Arts - Biology/Immunology
Harvard University
06-1995
Skills
- Blood typing
- Crossmatch testing
- Antibody identification
- Transfusion services
- Component preparation
- Blood inventory
- Quality control
- Quality management
- Regulatory compliance
- Laboratory information systems
- Specimen handling
- Infection control
- Donor screening
- Patient assessment
- Crossmatch expertise
- Hemolytic disease prevention
- Employee scheduling
- Team leadership
- Team supervision
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Health privacy standards
- Patient confidentiality
Certification
- MT(ASCP) 101078
- Florida Licence TN51219
- BB(ASCP) 109
- MLT(ASCP)0055
Timeline
Blood Bank Supervisor
Physician Regional Medical Center
03.2020 - 02.2024
Senior Evening Blood Bank Technologist
Mt Auburn Hospital
05.2009 - 08.2019
Evening blood bank senior Blood Bank Tech
Beth Isreal Deaconess Medical Center
02.1997 - 06.2009
Supervisor Evenings and Night Shifts
Childrens Hospital
06.1982 - 02.1992
Master of Arts - Biology/Immunology
Harvard University