Alexa Marston
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
Antelope,CA
19
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Detail-oriented IV Pharmacy Technician with strong skills in sterile compounding, aseptic technique, and workflow efficiency. Committed to maintaining patient safety and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Experienced and skilled in training new technicians and conducting quality assurance checks. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with pharmacists to ensure accurate medication preparation and uphold safety protocols in a fast-paced environment.
Work History
IV Pharmacy Technician
5 Years- Operated IV compounding equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prepared sterile intravenous medications adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to verify medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
- Trained new technicians on proper compounding techniques and workplace safety measures.
- Monitored inventory levels, placing orders to maintain optimal stock of pharmaceutical supplies.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on compounded solutions to ensure patient safety and efficacy.
Pharmacy Buyer
2 Years 4 Months- Analyzed inventory levels to ensure adequate stock and minimize shortages.
- Negotiated pricing agreements with suppliers to optimize procurement costs.
- Implemented automated ordering systems to streamline purchasing processes.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to evaluate medication usage and formulary compliance.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through bulk purchasing agreements or alternative sourcing options while maintaining quality standards.
- Analyzed historical usage data to forecast future demand accurately, preventing stockouts and overstock situations.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively, prioritizing essential medications and ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions.
- Coordinated returns of expired or damaged medications according to established protocols, minimizing financial losses for the organization.
- Reduced medication waste by closely monitoring stock levels and coordinating timely purchases to maintain optimal inventory levels.
Outpatient Pharmacy Technician
3 Years 10 Months- Collaborated with pharmacists to resolve prescription and insurance issues efficiently.
- Conducted regular checks for medication expiration dates, enhancing patient safety protocols.
- Improved pharmacy efficiency by maintaining an organized workspace, ensuring quick access to medications and supplies.
- Established positive relationships with patients by remembering their names and preferences, fostering loyalty to the pharmacy.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by accurately processing and filling prescription orders in a timely manner.
- Assisted patients with insurance claims by verifying coverage details and resolving any discrepancies, leading to smoother transactions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail while inputting prescription information.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
Pharmacy Clerk
1 Year 9 Months- Processed prescription orders efficiently, ensuring accuracy and compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Assisted customers in locating over-the-counter medications and provided product information.
- Managed inventory levels by restocking shelves and conducting regular audits to minimize shortages.
- Assisted customers in locating over-the-counter medications and provided product information as needed.
- Verified prescription information prior to entry into pharmacy computer system.
- Developed customer loyalty through proactive engagement and personalized service during pharmacy visits.
- Processed payments, returns and exchanges using pharmacy POS system to accurately manage transactions.
- Processed incoming drug orders by checking deliveries against paperwork and updating the computer system.
- Facilitated smooth pharmacy operations by assisting with administrative tasks such as filing, documentation, and phone call management.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Sterile compounding
Aseptic technique/IV preparation
Parenteral nutrition
Drug classification/stability
Dosage calculation
Order interpretation
Medication storage
Labeling medications
Pharmacy software
Workflow efficiency
Prioritization and organization
Hazardous drug handling
Patient confidentiality/HIPAA compliance
Collaboration
Time management
Multitasking/Reliability
Certification
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
IV Pharmacy Technician
Sutter Roseville Medical Center
10.2021 - CurrentRead More
Pharmacy Buyer
Adventist Health And Rideout
06.2019 - 10.2021Read More
Outpatient Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
08.2015 - 06.2019Read More
Pharmacy Clerk
Longs Drugs Pharmacy
10.2007 - 07.2009Read More
Lincoln High School
High School Diploma
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