Identify laboratory test orders and determine the appropriate specimen routing based on testing requirements.
Coordinated specimen routing and communication across departments, including Hematology, Blood Bank, and Chemistry Processing, to streamline laboratory operations.
Assisted laboratory workflow by directing specimens to correct departments for timely processing and analysis.
Received, sorted, and processed blood specimens to ensure accurate laboratory testing and analysis.
Route specimens to designated departments, including Microbiology, Microscopy, and laboratory processing, or place specimens on the laboratory track.
Answer incoming calls from nursing staff regarding laboratory testing and direct inquiries to the appropriate departments.
Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, identification, and routing.
Social Media Manager
Baraka Fashion
Syracuse, New York
08.2024 - Current
Developed and rolled out social media campaigns aligned with company goals, driving brand awareness.
Coordinated influencer collaborations for Baraka Fashion campaigns, enhancing brand visibility.
Reviewed analytics reports to refine social media content plans, improving audience engagement.
Monitored comments and direct messages to assist customer engagement.
Wrote brand-aligned captions for product launches and seasonal collections.
Store Manager of Operations
Baraka Fashion
Syracuse, New York
06.2021 - Current
Resolved customer concerns to ensure smooth checkout experience.
Analyzed sales trends to optimize floor presentation for Baraka Fashion collections.
Organized promotional events such as special sales or discounts.
Updated store signage and displays to enhance product visibility.
Maintained store policies, procedures, and operations manual.
Supported cash handling opening routines and closing procedures.
Daycare Assistant
Nawala's Daycare
Syracuse, New York
05.2025 - 08.2026
Established positive relationships with parents through regular updates on children's daily activities.
Supervised children during play, meals, and rest times.
Collaborated with staff to ensure a safe and supportive classroom environment for all students.
Helped lead arts, crafts, games, and story time for children.
Prepared meals, snacks, and drinks based on dietary needs and restrictions.
Assisted with meal setup, serving, table arrangement, and dishwashing.
Ensured cleanliness of daycare spaces to foster a welcoming and organized environment.
Kept classroom areas clean by organizing toys, wiping surfaces, and vacuuming rugs.
Organized and stored toys, supplies, and activity materials promptly after use.
Associate
Marshalls & HomeGoods
Syracuse, New York
09.2025 - 12.2025
Supported team members in meeting sales goals and improving store operations.
Answered customer questions and resolved issues to improve customer satisfaction.
Monitored inventory levels to ensure product availability. and restocked merchandise to keep sales floor organized.
Supported coworkers with daily retail tasks to streamline operations. with customer requests and daily retail duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Neuroscience (Pre-Med Track)
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05-2030
Skills
Specimen processing
Laboratory procedures
Data analysis
Attention to detail
Customer service
Team collaboration
Teamwork
Excellent communication
Positive interpersonal relations
Sales management
Retail operations
Marketing strategy
Care planning
Staff scheduling
Positive reinforcement
Languages
Somali
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
Muslim Student Association - President (Henninger - 2025-2026) Henninger MSA (co-founder 2024) HOSA (2025-2026) Jump into Healthcare Upstate ( July 2025) Sisters Youth Initiative (Co-Founders) Masjid Bilal Dugsi (2021-Now) Masjid Bilal Volunteer
Timeline
Clinical Pathologist
Upstate University Hospital
07.2026 - Current
Associate
Marshalls & HomeGoods
09.2025 - 12.2025
Daycare Assistant
Nawala's Daycare
05.2025 - 08.2026
Social Media Manager
Baraka Fashion
08.2024 - Current
Store Manager of Operations
Baraka Fashion
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology & Neuroscience (Pre-Med Track)