Ariana Giles
Converse,United States
Summary
Patient-oriented Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience preparing, filling and labeling medications. Highly skilled at processing prescriptions and managing pharmacy inventory. Well-versed in interacting with patients to answer questions and provide status updates on prescription fills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician (Inpatient)
Bestica Inc (MILITARY CONTRACTOR)
San Antonio, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Provide support to hospital pharmacists; prepare and distribute medication to patients.
- Filling prescriptions and dispensing or maintaining inventory of controlled and/or non-controlled drugs.
- Receiving and restocking medication orders, measuring medication quantities, counting tablets, creating compounded medication, and keeping the working area clean and organized.
- Prepare IV compounded medications and delivering medications to patient floors within the hospital.
- Delivering medications to the nursing station, to the operating rooms and the emergency department .
- Wearing specific attire for certain places (OR IVR, etc.)
- Manage inventory of automated dispensing machines.
- Monitor for diversion of controlled substances.
- Provided guidance to students on the proper use of medical equipment and supplies.
- Mentored new Military preceptors in the development of their clinical skills.
- Monitored military student performance during clinical rotations and provided feedback as needed.
- Encouraged a safe learning environment by modeling professional behavior at all times.
- Empowered military students by encouraging self-reflection and independent thinking throughout the clinical experience.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
WALGREENS INC
Converse, TX
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Verified accuracy of patient information on prescription orders.
- Processed third-party insurance claims for reimbursement of pharmaceuticals.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
- Maintained records of controlled substances dispensed according to state regulations.
- Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous drugs or materials in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Checked expiration dates on drug products prior to dispensing them to customers.
- Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.
- Ensured accurate billing information was included on prescription orders prior to processing them.
- Provided medication and other healthcare products to customers accurately and efficiently.
- Receive and review incoming stocks of medication and supplies.
- Distribute medication to its correct location inside the pharmacy for easy dispensing.
- Monitor the stock levels of each medication in the pharmacy.
- Assist the pharmacy staff with ensuring a clean and safe working environment.
- Assist the pharmacist with ordering and receiving new medications and partnering with new suppliers and vendors.
- Use pharmacy equipment to count and monitor the amount of medication being given to customers and ensure it is in line with the prescribed amount.
- Administering vaccines to patients under the direct supervision of the on-duty Pharmacist.
Insurance Agent
Fred Loya Insurance
Killeen, TX
07.2013 - 12.2014
- Sell various types of insurance policies to businesses and individuals including automobile, dwelling, fire, property
- Interview prospective clients to obtain data about their financial resources and needs, the physical condition of the person or property to be insured, and to discuss any existing coverage
- Deliver and explain policy, to analyze insurance program and suggest additions or changes, or to change beneficiaries
- Ensure that policy requirements are fulfilled and appropriate forms are completed
- Customize insurance programs to suit individual customers, often covering a variety of risks
- Explain features, advantages, and disadvantages of various policies to promote sale of insurance plans
- Calculate premiums and establish payment method
- Inspect property, examining its general condition, type of construction, age, and other characteristics, to decide if it is a good insurance risk
- Perform administrative tasks, such as maintaining records and handling policy renewals
- Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service
- Seek out new clients and develop clientele by networking to find new customers and generate lists of prospective clients
- Formulate, direct, or coordinate marketing activities or policies to promote products or services, working with advertising or promotion managers
- Coordinate or participate in promotional activities and events.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Del Rio Nursing and Rehab center
Del Rio, TX
07.2011 - 04.2013
- Provide care to patients under the supervision of nurses, including feeding or tube feeding, administering medication orally, ensuring medicine is taken on time, bathing, clothing, and other general care for patients
- Ensure that patients' vitals are monitored and report any sudden or concerning changes
- Follow the instructions of the nursing team at all times
- Assist with lifting, turning, or moving patients as required
- Speak with patients and provide comfort and a listening ear when needed
- Provide handover information to other nurses or CNAs at the point of shift change
- Assist patients with going to the bathroom or obtaining things they want from their lockers or personal storage areas
- Set up medical equipment when needed.
Education
Technical or occupational certificate - Pharmacy-Based Immunization Administration by Pharmacy Technicians
Walgreens University
11.2022
Pharmacy Technician Certificate
Walgreens University
12-2021
High school diploma or equivalent -
Del Rio High School
Del Rio, TX07-2006
Some college (no degree) -
Skills
- Provide support to hospital pharmacists, and nursing staff
- Filling prescriptions and dispensing or maintaining inventory of controlled and/or non-controlled drugs
- Receiving and restocking medication orders
- Keeping the working area clean and organized
- Prepare IV compounded medications
- Deliver medications to patient floors within the hospital
- Knowledge of Pyxis anesthesia and medication systems
- Delivering medications to the nursing station, operating rooms, and emergency department
- Ensuring crash carts are adequately supplied with required medications
- Managing inventory of automated dispensing machines
- Monitoring for diversion of controlled substances
- File completed scripts in alphabetical order
- Monitor stock levels of each medication and make notes for reordering
- Assist with ensuring a clean and safe working environment
- Assist pharmacist with ordering and receiving new medications
- Partnering with new suppliers and vendors
- Use pharmacy equipment to count and monitor medication amounts
- Administering vaccines to patients under supervision of pharmacist
- Knowledge of medical records maintenance and filing
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Skilled in Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Aseptic Techniques
- Prescription Management
- Drug Inventory Control
- Pharmacy operations
- Point of sale systems proficiency
- Problem-solving skills
- Medication Dispensing
- FDA compliance
- Insurance Verification
- Insurance Billing
- Workflow Optimization
- Prescription Verification
- Compounding Techniques
- Filling Prescriptions
- Sterile technique
- Prepare IV compounded medications using aeseptic technique
Job Related Training
- 2023, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- 2022, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Certification
- 2021, Certified Pharmacy Technician
- 2015, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Certification, Child & Youth Services Fort Irwin, CA
- 2015, Food Handlers Course, Preventative Med, Fort Irwin, CA
- 2015, Family Childcare Certification Training, Child & Youth Services Fort Irwin, CA
Additional Information
2022: Certified Immunizer, 2021: Certified Pharmacy Technician, 2015: Certified Family Childcare (FCC) Provider, 2013: Texas Limited Lines License (Insurance), 2009: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Receive and review prescriptions., Fill prescriptions according to physician recommendations., Perform pharmaceutical calculations to ensure appropriate solutions and dosage are provided to patients., Dispense prescriptions for medication orders., Enter prescriptions into databases., Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing., Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, QuickBooks., Knowledge of medical records maintenance and filing., Knowledge of medical terminology., Skilled in Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Desired Locations
San Antonio, Texas, United States
Availability
Permanent, Temporary, Term, Detail, Seasonal, Summer, Presidential Management Fellows, Recent Graduates, Multiple Appointment Types, Internships, Intermittent, Telework, Full-time, Part-time, Shift work, Intermittent, Job sharing, Multiple Schedules
Languages
Spanish, Advanced, Advanced, Advanced
References
- Gloria Gonzalez, (
- Licensed Vocational Nurse, 8307346763
- Jessica Clay, RN (
- University Hospital San Antonio, Registered Nurse, 2108853671
- REBECCA WRIGHT, (
- BESTICA PHARMACY TECHNICIAN, 860-235-1354
Language Skills
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician (Inpatient)
Bestica Inc (MILITARY CONTRACTOR)
07.2023 - Current
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
WALGREENS INC
07.2021 - 04.2023
Insurance Agent
Fred Loya Insurance
07.2013 - 12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Del Rio Nursing and Rehab center
07.2011 - 04.2013
Technical or occupational certificate - Pharmacy-Based Immunization Administration by Pharmacy Technicians
Walgreens University
Pharmacy Technician Certificate
Walgreens University
High school diploma or equivalent -
Del Rio High School
Some college (no degree) -
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