April De La Fuente
San Antonio
Summary
Dedicated pharmacy professional equipped to thrive in diverse environments, emphasizing patient safety and effective medication management. Demonstrated expertise in supporting pharmacists within clinical settings while optimizing operations for improved efficiency. Recognized for strong collaboration skills and the ability to adapt swiftly to the evolving demands of the healthcare landscape. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care through meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Pharmacist intern
H-E-B Pharmacy
San Antonio, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted in medication dispensing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient medication therapy management.
- Conducted patient consultations to provide medication-related education and support.
Pharmacy technician
H-E-B Pharmacy
San Antonio, TX
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Processed and dispensed medications accurately, ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular stock assessments to maintain optimal supply.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Pharmacy technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Oversaw medication dispensing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Implemented workflow improvements that increased efficiency in prescription fulfillment.
- Managed insurance billing and claims processing, streamlining the reimbursement process for patients and pharmacy.
Pharmacy technician intern
Apple Pharmacy
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pharmacy work areas to ensure compliance.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Feik School of Pharmacy
San Antonio, TX05-2027
No Degree - Pre Pharmacy program
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX08-2022
Skills
- Pharmacy workflow optimization
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication preparation
- Interprofessional collaboration
Affiliations
Pre Pharmacy Association - Member at University of the Incarnate Word 2022-2023
Certification
- Pharmacist Intern - Perform duties under pharmacist review, obtained 2023
- CPR Certification, renewed 2025
- Immunization Certification, obtained 2024
- Pharmacy Technician - Data entry and patient assistance, obtained/expired 2022-2024
- Pharmacy Technician Trainee - Customer service and learning pharmacy tasks, obtained/expired 2021-2023
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Rotations
Completed Pharmacy Rotations
APPE 1 - Patient Counseling Elective (Call Center) | H-E-B Rx Solutions Center
July 2026-August 2026
Preceptor: Johnathan Cuevas, PharmD
- Delivered patient-centered medication counseling via telephone.
- Educated patients on medication adherence, administration, adverse effects, and disease state management.
- Learned business practices within H-E-B and focused on manager based duties.
IPPE Lab | H-E-B Pharmacy #799
August 2025-November 2025
Preceptor: Leslie Castillo, PharmD
- Practiced patient counseling, immunization techniques, and pharmacy workflow management.
- Developed communication and clinical decision-making skills through patient encounters.
Hospital Pharmacy IPPE | Peterson Regional Medical Center
May 2025-June 2025
Preceptor: Sarah Brehm, PharmD
- Participated in hospital pharmacy operations and medication distribution.
- Reviewed medication orders and observed clinical pharmacist interventions.
- Gained experience with sterile products, medication safety, and provider collaboration.
Community Pharmacy IPPE | H-E-B Pharmacy #732
May 2024-June2024
Preceptor: Ali Kurji, PharmD
- Assisted with prescription processing and pharmacy workflow.
- Counseled patients on medication use under pharmacist supervision.
- Stregnthened communication skills with patients in a community pharmacy setting.
Upcoming Pharmacy Rotations
- Community APPE | H-E-B Pharmacy #385
August 2026-September 2026
Preceptor: Alysia Nguyen, PharmD
- Community Elective APPE | University Health System
September 2026-November 2026
Preceptor: Thien Huynh, PharmD
- Acute Care / General Medicine APPE | Methodist Transplant & Specialty Hospital
November 2026-December 2026
Preceptor: Joshua Knebel, PharmD
- Ambulatory Care APPE | South Texas Veterans Health Care System
January 2027-February 2027
Preceptor: Nirali Patel, PharmD
- Hospital Pharmacy APPE | University Hospital
February 2027-March 2027
Preceptor: Richard Larque, PharmD
Timeline
Pharmacist intern
H-E-B Pharmacy
06.2024 - Current
Pharmacy technician
H-E-B Pharmacy
02.2023 - 06.2024
Pharmacy technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2022 - 02.2023
Pharmacy technician intern
Apple Pharmacy
01.2021 - 04.2022
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Feik School of Pharmacy
No Degree - Pre Pharmacy program
University of The Incarnate Word