Alexander Chaffin
Summary
Skilled pharmacy professional with proven track record in medication preparation, customer interaction, and inventory management. Known for strong collaboration within healthcare teams and adaptability to meet changing needs. Expertise in pharmaceutical calculations, prescription processing, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Reliable, results-driven, and focused on delivering high-quality patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide/Nursing Assistant
Nursa
12.2023 - 08.2025
- Worked independently as a CMA/CNA and provided patient care on a flexible, per-diem basis through an online platform, connecting me with various healthcare facilities that needed temporary staffing assistance.
- Administered medications following established protocols and guidelines.
- Documented patient medication administration accurately in electronic health records.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity for them.
- Maintained medication storage areas, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects clearly.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during care processes.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Customer Service Representative I
Anthem, Inc.
07.2019 - 10.2019
- Provided policy and service information.
- Greeted clients with a warm and professional attitude on the telephone.
- Answered general questions about the member's plan for eligibility.
Patient Care Coordinator/Pharmacy Technician
TotalMed Staffing @ Briova Rx
02.2019 - 03.2019
- Served as a liaison between patients and the healthcare system by ensuring that they received the care that they needed by referring them to see their physician, or speak to their Pharmacist about various medications, and their instructions from the provider.
- Developed and maintained accurate patient records within electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients on medication management and adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
Pharmacy Technician
Omnicare, a CVS Health Company
05.2018 - 02.2019
- Compounded medications following precise formulas and protocols
- Maintained accurate inventory of pharmaceutical supplies and materials
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescriptions
- Adhered to safety regulations and best practices in medication handling
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes
- Trained new technicians on compounding techniques and procedures
- Supported pharmacy team by efficiently organizing supplies, cleaning workspaces, and assisting with daily operations as needed.
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmaceutical Recruitment Strategies @ Pharmerica
12.2017 - 04.2018
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Supported inventory management initiatives through accurate record-keeping of received shipments and expired medications for disposal purposes.
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Proactively identified potential issues or discrepancies in medication orders, collaborating closely with pharmacists to resolve them quickly.
- Aided pharmacists in preparing sterile compounding products for IV administration using aseptic techniques.
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on pharmaceutical practices and products.
Pharmacy Technician Generalist 2
The Pharmacy at Maine Medical Center
11.2016 - 02.2018
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications following state regulations.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of pharmaceutical supplies.
- Processed prescriptions using electronic health record systems to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Educated patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and storage requirements.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability in utilizing multiple department computer systems i.e. RX30 and Epic.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Kaplan University-Maine Campus
Lewiston, ME01.2015
Skills
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
- Title: Certified Pharmacy Technician
- Availability: Open Availability, Anywhere
- Visa Status: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant, 2015-03-01, 2024-10-01, American Medical Technologists, 2723133
- BLS/CPR, 2022-02-01, 2024-02-01
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 2017-06-01, 2023-06-01, Portland Adult Education @ Maine Medical Center, 71626
- Pharmacy Technician Certification, Registered Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide/Nursing Assistant
Nursa
12.2023 - 08.2025
Customer Service Representative I
Anthem, Inc.
07.2019 - 10.2019
Patient Care Coordinator/Pharmacy Technician
TotalMed Staffing @ Briova Rx
02.2019 - 03.2019
Pharmacy Technician
Omnicare, a CVS Health Company
05.2018 - 02.2019
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmaceutical Recruitment Strategies @ Pharmerica
12.2017 - 04.2018
Pharmacy Technician Generalist 2
The Pharmacy at Maine Medical Center
11.2016 - 02.2018
Associates of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Kaplan University-Maine Campus