Andreia L. Burrows
San Antonio,TX
Summary
With over 20 years of diverse experience, including active-duty military, Department of Homeland Security, and various pharmaceutical settings (retail, mail-order, inpatient/outpatient), I am a nationally and Texas State certified pharmacy technician. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of medication dispensing processes. My extensive background has equipped me with a deep understanding of industry regulations and best practices, allowing me to seamlessly navigate complex healthcare environments. Dedicated, detail-oriented, and adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, I am now seeking an opportunity to leverage my expertise in a challenging pharmacy technician role where I can continue making a positive impact on patient outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician for Supply Pharmacy
Brooke Army Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- As a Certified Pharmacy Technician for Supply Pharmacy, I work closely with outpatient clinic setting staff members, outpatient clinic leadership, and the logistical management department at Brooke Army Medical Center to manage their medication needs on each floor
- I collaborate with logistical management to supplement our pharmaceutical procurement needs and perform medication room inspections to ensure compliance with facility standards
- My responsibilities include:
- - Utilizing DMLSS, GFEBS, GPC procurement systems, and the Genesis system to manage supply ordering and account oversight for the pharmacies within the BAMC Pharmacy Department
- - Operating Pyxis hardware and its corresponding portal functions to streamline medication management and enhance accuracy in dispensing
- - Analyzing and forecasting current and future supply needs by assessing trends and requirements to effectively serve our diverse customer base
- - Serving as an inventory manager for the supply department, conducting comprehensive evaluations of supply operations to identify opportunities for improved methods and practices
- - Organizing and storing pharmaceutical items in a systematic manner within the vault, ensuring that products are arranged by generic name and adjusting storage locations as necessary to facilitate the introduction of new items or the removal of outdated stock
- - Managing inventory levels by monitoring and reordering medications and pharmacy supplies, as well as receiving, screening, and processing prescriptions, particularly for controlled substances
- - Acting as a current government purchase card holder, responsible for purchasing up to $50,000 worth of pharmaceuticals not available from our prime vendors when needed
- This role allows me to leverage my expertise in pharmacy operations while contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the pharmacy department
Pharmacy Technician Contractor
Department of Homeland Security (IHSC)
12.2017 - Current
- - Conduct orientations for new staff on pharmacy policies; keep staff informed of protocol changes and drug recalls
- - Prepare quarterly reports identifying medication usage trends, ensuring compliance with IHSC and ICE standards
- - Manage inventory, including receiving supplies, verifying stock levels, and ensuring proper disposal of outdated medications
- - Process prescriptions by adjusting quantities based on stock levels and maintaining accurate prepackage records
- - Conduct weekly inspections of pharmaceutical storage areas, refilling supplies as needed
Civil Service Pharmacy Technician, Department of the Army
San Antonio Military Medical Center
10.2010 - 12.2016
- - Instructed new pharmacy technicians in compounding intravenous admixtures and aseptic techniques
- - Prepared sterile and non-sterile products for critical care areas
- - Managed unit-dose packaging of controlled substances across the hospital
- - Conducted quarterly compliance inspections and utilized database systems for inventory management
Caremark CVS Mail Order Pharmacy
11.2010 - 10.2011
- - Input prescriptions into pharmacy systems, ensuring accuracy while collaborating with pharmacists
- - Assisted patients with consultations and maintained a98.86% accuracy rate in prescription processing
- - Utilized Microsoft applications and CVS-specific databases for production goals and communication
Walmart Pharmacy - Brooke City Base
03.2010 - 11.2010
- - Entered prescription orders and prepared medications according to prescription instructions
- - Maintained electronic patient profiles and managed insurance claims
Federal Government - Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
10.2007 - 12.2009
- - Filled, compounded, and dispensed pharmaceuticals in the outpatient setting
- - Conducted daily inventory control and monthly inspections of drug storage areas
- - Provided patient counseling on drug interactions and prepared narcotic inventory reports
Active-Duty Air Force Pharmacy Technician
07.2002 - 11.2007
- - Worked as a clinical pharmacy technician; filled, compounded, and dispensed pharmaceuticals
- - Gained expert knowledge in CHCS I, Pharm Assist, and Pyxis software
- - Maintained inventory control and conducted inspections of drug storage areas
Education
Associate Of Science -
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX07.2021
Skills
- Team-Oriented Professional
- - Excellent organizational and mathematical skills; capable of thriving in high-pressure environments
- - Proficient typing speed of75-80 WPM
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Workflow optimization
- Medication dispensing
- Prescription filling
- Supply restocking
- Pharmacy and customer records management
- Drug inventory control
- Labeling accuracy
- Drug safety
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Stocking shelves
- Interpreting and processing medication orders
- Pharmacy law compliance
- Drug inventory management
- Compounding techniques
- Drug utilization review
- Staff development
- Intravenous admixture preparation
- Quality assurance and control
- Customer service
Certification
- - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
- - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Training
- AIR FORCE COURSE:
- J3AQR4P031002, Pharmacy Apprentice
- (Can fax DD Form2586—Verification of Military Experience and Training upon request)
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician for Supply Pharmacy
Brooke Army Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician Contractor
Department of Homeland Security (IHSC)
12.2017 - Current
Caremark CVS Mail Order Pharmacy
11.2010 - 10.2011
Civil Service Pharmacy Technician, Department of the Army
San Antonio Military Medical Center
10.2010 - 12.2016
Walmart Pharmacy - Brooke City Base
03.2010 - 11.2010
Federal Government - Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
10.2007 - 12.2009
Active-Duty Air Force Pharmacy Technician
07.2002 - 11.2007
- - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
- - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Associate Of Science -
San Antonio College
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