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Marcella Hernandez
Open To Work

Marcella Hernandez

Winter Haven,USA

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Senior Benefits ConsultantVP Project Management / Implementation ManagerCenter Administrator / Medical Assistant

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: Winter Haven, USA, USWinter Haven, FL
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

65000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursPersonal development programs401k matchPaid time offCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork from home option

Summary

Accomplished benefits professional with over 20 years of experience in case management, team training, and account oversight, consistently delivering high-integrity service and expertly resolving complex customer escalations. Recognized for driving business growth through exceptional client relationship management and bilingual communication, earning multiple honors. Versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration contribute to a fresh perspective and a strong commitment to quality and success. Adaptability and a proactive approach ensure the delivery of effective solutions tailored to meet diverse client needs.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Benefits Consultant

Independent Contractor
United States
09.2009 - 12.2025
  • Manage full-cycle case management and recruitment for benefit educators across multiple client projects.
  • Train teams on voluntary benefit sales strategies and effective communication of medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Execute high-volume, one-on-one laptop enrollments with a focus on employee education and HIPAA compliance.
  • Increased participation in voluntary benefits programs through targeted communication campaigns and educational workshops.

VP Project Management / Implementation Manager

Benefit Educators
Chicago
05.2018 - 06.2020
  • Directed end-to-end enrollment operations, including staff supervision, call center management, and training.
  • Partnered with IT to optimize enrollment software performance and resolve technical roadblocks.
  • Ensured data integrity and reporting accuracy while overseeing client relationships and problem resolution.
  • Guided enrollment specialists in delivering tailored service recommendations to meet diverse client needs.

Health Investigator – Underwriting

Assurant Health
Milwaukee
10.2008 - 04.2010
  • Conducted health history interviews and detailed medical questionnaires to support underwriting risk assessments.
  • Partnered with underwriting to provide accurate medical data and identify potential health risks in applicant profiles.

Agent's Assistant

Bill Hamilton Agency (American Family Insurance)
Waukesha
11.2004 - 10.2008
  • Facilitated policy processing, renewals, and coverage changes while resolving escalated customer concerns.
  • Generated agency performance reports and created standardized training materials to support office operations.

Center Administrator / Medical Assistant

Planned Parenthood
Waukesha
06.2002 - 07.2003
  • Led health center operations, budgeting, and staff scheduling to achieve operational and financial targets.
  • Resolved sensitive patient issues and managed business operations while ensuring high-level clinical compliance.

Bilingual Recruiter / Office Manager

Tandem Staffing
Waukesha
01.1999 - 06.2001
  • Managed full-cycle recruitment and bilingual onboarding/orientations for exempt and non-exempt positions.
  • Optimized office workflows, records maintenance, and administrative support functions.

Education

Associate of Arts - LPN- Did Not Complete

Matc
Milwaukee, WI

No Degree - Manual QA Engineer Certificate

Careerist
Jackson, WY
2022

No Degree - Data Analytics Certificate

Gener8tor
Orlando, FL
2023

Skills

  • HRIS & Benefits Platforms: Workday, ADP, UKG, UltiPro, BenefitFocus, Selerix, Employee Navigator, PlaneSource, Paycor, PeopleSoft, Common Census, AllApp, CRM, Epic
  • General Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel/Word/PPT/Outlook)
  • Software Testing, Data Analytics
  • Critical thinking
  • Client relationship building
  • Customer service
  • Organizational improvement

Certification

  • Health & Life License | Florida Department of Insurance | 2004 – Present
  • Property & Casualty License | Wisconsin Department of Insurance | 2004 – 2018
  • Data Analytics Certificate | Gener8tor (2023)
  • Software Testing & QA | Careerist (2022)
  • Nursing Coursework | MATC (2006–2008)
  • CNA Certification | WI (1997–2008)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

VP Project Management / Implementation Manager

Benefit Educators
05.2018 - 06.2020

Senior Benefits Consultant

Independent Contractor
09.2009 - 12.2025

Health Investigator – Underwriting

Assurant Health
10.2008 - 04.2010

Agent's Assistant

Bill Hamilton Agency (American Family Insurance)
11.2004 - 10.2008

Center Administrator / Medical Assistant

Planned Parenthood
06.2002 - 07.2003

Bilingual Recruiter / Office Manager

Tandem Staffing
01.1999 - 06.2001

Associate of Arts - LPN- Did Not Complete

Matc

No Degree - Manual QA Engineer Certificate

Careerist

No Degree - Data Analytics Certificate

Gener8tor