Allison Desormeaux
Erath,LA
Summary
Experienced professional with strong organizational skills and a focus on efficient accuracy, consistently delivering quick results without compromising quality. Adept at maintaining composure in high-pressure situations and effectively deescalating conflicts to achieve positive outcomes. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance productivity through meticulous attention to detail and strategic problem-solving. Committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that drives success and innovation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Vermilion Parish School System
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitated engaging learning environments for diverse student populations.
- Implemented lesson plans to align with curriculum objectives and state standards.
- Adapted instructional methods to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting a positive and respectful atmosphere.
Pharmacy Cashier/Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
06.2005 - 02.2021
- Enter prescriptions into the computer database
- Insurance and coupon processing/Fixing any rejections
- Fill and label prescriptions
- Answer incoming phone calls and direct to pharmacist when necessary
- Call doctors, insurance companies, and patients when appropriate
- Manage medicinal stock and pharmacy supplies
- Maintain stock in Baker Cells, Parata, and Yuyama machines
- Organize and clean the pharmacy
- Preserve the HIPAA Privacy Act
- Maintain a professional and courteous atmosphere at all times
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Certified Pharmacy Technician
University Hospital and Clinics
04.2016 - 11.2017
- Maintaining medications in Omnicell machines
- Filling first dose patient medications and delivering
- Monthly maintenance on assigned Omnicell, such as outdates and expiration dates
- Answer incoming phone calls and direct to pharmacist when necessary
- Maintaining patient medicine bins and retrieving unused/old medication when necessary
- Restock pharmacy with daily order deliveries as well as return unused patient medications
- Remove all expired medications from pharmacy shelves and isolate from all other medications
- Organize and clean the pharmacy area
- Preserve the HIPAA Privacy Act
- Maintain a professional and courteous atmosphere at all times
Certified Pharmacy Technician III
Ochsner Health Systems
01.2016 - 03.2016
- Maintaining medications in Pyxis machines
- Filling first dose patient medications and delivering
- Monthly maintenance on assigned Pyxis, such as outdates and expiration dates
- Answer incoming phone calls and direct to pharmacist when necessary
- Maintaining patient medicine bins and retrieving unused/old medication when necessary
- Restock pharmacy with daily order deliveries as well as return unused patient medications
- Remove all expired medications from pharmacy shelves and isolate from all other medications
- Complete monthly unit inspections on time, involves: checking floor stock items for expiration dates, checking code carts for locks and dates, and checking Broselow carts/bags for dates and locks and also communicating with the appropriate people about any expired materials not maintained by pharmacy personnel
- Exhibiting knowledge of all duties for each shift when necessary including but not limited to: IV mixing, Cart Fill, and the delivery of narcotics
- Organize and clean the pharmacy area
- Preserve the HIPAA Privacy Act
- Maintain a professional and courteous atmosphere at all times
- As a lead technician, it was imperative to set a good example for all other technicians.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Slidell Memorial Hospital
07.2014 - 01.2016
- Maintaining medications in Pyxis, ProManager and Med Carousel machines
- Filling first dose patient medications and delivering
- Monthly maintenance on assigned Pyxis, such as outdates and expiration dates
- Answer incoming phone calls and direct to pharmacist when necessary
- Maintaining patient medicine bins and retrieving unused/old medication when necessary
- Restock pharmacy with daily order deliveries as well as return unused patient medications
- Exhibiting knowledge of all duties for each shift when necessary including but not limited to: IV mixing, Cart Fill, and the delivery of narcotics
- Organize and clean the pharmacy area
- Preserve the HIPAA Privacy Act
- Maintain a professional and courteous atmosphere at all times
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, La12.2007
Skills
- Typing Speed: 63wpm
- Extremely proficient in medical shorthand and brand-generic drug equivalents
- More than proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the Windows environment
- More than proficient with Intercom Plus software
- Adequate usage of QS1, HMS, Med Dispense, Pyxis ES, Paragon, and ConnectRx software
- Adequate usage of Epic Hyperspace software
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Vermilion Parish School System
10.2025 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician
University Hospital and Clinics
04.2016 - 11.2017
Certified Pharmacy Technician III
Ochsner Health Systems
01.2016 - 03.2016
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Slidell Memorial Hospital
07.2014 - 01.2016
Pharmacy Cashier/Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
06.2005 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southeastern Louisiana University