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Amie Shippy

Oroville,CA

Summary

Dynamic Pharmacy Technician with proven expertise at Walgreens, excelling in medication dispensing and customer service. Recognized for optimizing workflow and enhancing patient satisfaction through effective problem-solving and team collaboration. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations while managing drug inventory and ensuring accurate order verification.

Offering strong foundation in customer service and teamwork, eager to learn and excel in pharmaceutical environment. Brings ability to quickly grasp pharmaceutical concepts and apply precise data entry skills.

Developed strong organizational and data management skills in fast-paced pharmaceutical environment. Transitioning to new field, bringing experience in managing detailed records and ensuring accuracy under pressure. Looking to leverage these skills in dynamic and challenging new role.

Personable and dedicated with keen eye for detail and proactive approach. Possesses foundational knowledge in pharmaceutical terminology and drug interactions, along with excellent organizational and data entry skills. Committed to ensuring accurate medication dispensing and enhancing patient care.

Work History

Pharmacy Technician

Franklin Pharmacy
2018 - 2021
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.
  • Maintained inventory levels by restocking shelves and organizing medication supplies.
  • Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently using pharmacy management software.
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries regarding medications and health products.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations and standards.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to facilitate effective communication regarding patient care.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of pharmaceutical practices and procedures.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality of service across the entire team.
  • Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
  • 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.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
  • Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
  • Ensured patient safety by strictly following drug storage guidelines, including proper temperature and light exposure control.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
  • Proactively identified potential issues or discrepancies in medication orders, collaborating closely with pharmacists to resolve them quickly.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Boosted customer loyalty by providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance on drug interactions and side effects.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
  • Expedited insurance claim resolutions by liaising with healthcare providers and insurance companies on patients'' behalf.
  • Streamlined drug distribution processes, reducing wait times for patients.
  • Improved pharmacy operations efficiency with meticulous record-keeping of patient information and prescriptions.
  • Maintained clean and organized work environment, adhering to health and safety standards.
  • Conducted patient follow-ups to confirm medication effectiveness and address concerns.
  • Conducted routine checks of pharmaceutical stocks to maintain quality control.
  • Implemented system for tracking expired medications, ensuring pharmacy compliance with regulations.
  • Managed medication inventory, ensuring availability of all necessary drugs.
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to ensure patient safety.
  • Supported insurance claim processing, facilitating smoother patient transactions.
  • Contributed to team meetings, offering insights for optimizing workflow and patient service.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
2002 - 2018
  • Supported patient education initiatives by explaining medication usage and potential side effects.
  • Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
  • Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
  • Coordinated verification and filling of more than 800 daily prescriptions in high-volume 24 hour pharmacy environment at times.
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries regarding medications and health products.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of pharmaceutical practices and procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to facilitate effective communication regarding patient care.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations and standards.
  • Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently using pharmacy management software.
  • Maintained inventory levels by restocking shelves and organizing medication supplies.
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.
  • Liaised with other pharmacies to eliminate issues related to product expiration.
  • Coordinated with physicians and insurance agency representatives for speedy resolution of prescription discrepancies.
  • Developed and implemented improvements to pharmacy organization system.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
  • Set up and modified patient profiles to include current medications and insurance details.
  • Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
  • Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
  • Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.
  • Provided critical support in emergency situations, quickly gathering necessary medications.
  • Assisted in management of prescription deliveries, improving patient convenience.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to clarify prescription details, ensuring accuracy.
  • Utilized pharmacy management software to process prescriptions efficiently.
  • Engaged in continuous learning to stay updated on pharmaceutical practices and products.
  • Educated patients on medication usage and precautions, enhancing patient understanding and safety.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately filling prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
  • Developed patient education materials on medication management, contributing to community health awareness.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality of service across the entire team.
  • Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
  • 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.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
  • Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
  • Ensured patient safety by strictly following drug storage guidelines, including proper temperature and light exposure control.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
  • Proactively identified potential issues or discrepancies in medication orders, collaborating closely with pharmacists to resolve them quickly.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.

Education

High School Diploma -

Oroville High School
Oroville, CA
01-1998

Skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Customer service
  • Team collaboration
  • Confidentiality and HIPAA
  • Workflow optimization
  • Order verification
  • Medication storage procedures
  • Receiving incoming supplies
  • Manual and automated medication dispensing
  • Verifying orders
  • Prescription interpretation
  • Drug inventory management
  • Medicare and medicaid process
  • Medication labels
  • Staff development
  • New hire onboarding
  • Point of sale systems proficiency

Timeline

Pharmacy Technician

Franklin Pharmacy
2018 - 2021

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
2002 - 2018

High School Diploma -

Oroville High School
Amie Shippy