Ariel Castle
Readfield
Summary
Certified Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience in medication management and reconciliation processes. Conducted comprehensive medication reviews to ensure accuracy and adherence to patient safety protocols, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Collaborated effectively with healthcare teams to resolve discrepancies in medication orders, enhancing care continuity. Trained junior staff on best practices, fostering a culture of accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Conscientious Medication Reconciliation Technician known for high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Skilled in accurate medication history collection, patient interview techniques, and pharmacy information systems management. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring seamless coordination within healthcare teams to optimize patient care outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Reconciliation Technician
Maine General Medical Center
Augusta
09.2019 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive medication reviews to ensure accuracy and adherence to patient safety protocols, enhancing overall medication management.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to resolve discrepancies in medication orders, improving patient outcomes and care continuity.
- Implemented standardized medication reconciliation processes that streamlined workflows and increased compliance with regulatory standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on medication reconciliation procedures, fostering a culture of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assisted with quality assurance initiatives to review medication management practices, supporting continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.
- Developed strategies for improving workflow processes related to medication reconciliation services.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
Augusta
03.2015 - 09.2019
- Managed medication inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment to support patient care needs.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescriptions, maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Conducted quality control checks on medications, minimizing errors and improving overall pharmacy operations and safety.
- Trained and mentored new pharmacy technicians, fostering skill development and promoting adherence to operational procedures.
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired, or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
- Worked with insurance companies to process claims, resolve problems and obtain payments.
Education
Thomas Dale High School
Chester, VASome College (No Degree) - Teaching
University of Maine
Augusta , MESkills
- Medication management
- Medication reconciliation
- Patient safety protocols
- Compliance standards
- Prescription dispensing
- Inventory management
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Regulatory adherence
- Quality control
Certification
- Maine License PT60011230
- CPhT 10075781
Timeline
Medication Reconciliation Technician
Maine General Medical Center
09.2019 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
03.2015 - 09.2019
Thomas Dale High School
Some College (No Degree) - Teaching
University of Maine