Adam Zavaleta
Reno,NV
Summary
Hardworking and competent professional with extensive knowledge in clinical and analytical laboratory operations. Punctual and professional, willing to work various shifts and driven to perform successfully in solitary role or as part of team.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Analytical Technician
Redwood Materials
Reno, Nevada
09.2022 - 11.2025
- Conducted material analysis to support recycling processes and product development.
- Calibrated laboratory equipment for testing and quality assurance of materials.
- Prepared reagents for use in chemical tests according to standard operating procedures.
- Utilized Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for tracking, documenting, and reporting laboratory activities.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
Renown Regional Medical Center
Reno, Nevada
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Performed various Hospital-pharmacy operations with a strong commitment to patient care, efficiency, and service quality.
- Compounded, processed, and delivered medications to our many patients within the hospital.
- Handled Narcotics, operated and maintained Omnicell equipment, and received and processed the Hospital’s daily shipments of medications and supplies.
- Communicated and coordinated with Drs, Nurses, and various staff to quickly and efficiently provide proper care to our patients.
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart Pharmacy
Reno, Nevada
10.2013 - 06.2019
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
- Coordinated verification and filling of more than 300+ daily prescriptions in high-volume retail pharmacy environment.
- Solved customer problems in-person and over the phone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems and locating items.
- Resolved non-routine issues like third party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns and reconcile payments.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy Inc.
Reno, Nevada
05.2004 - 09.2013
- Coordinated verification, filling, and billing of more than 300+ daily prescriptions in high-volume retail pharmacy with a minimal number of staff.
- Answered incoming phone calls, operated the drive-through pickup and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations and patient information.
Pharmacy Technician
Longs Drugs
Reno, Nevada
03.2002 - 05.2004
- Learned valuable skills for performing a wide variety of pharmacy operations, eventually earning my Technician certification.
- Assisted the pharmacist with filling prescriptions for 200+ customers daily.
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spanish Springs High School
Sparks, NV2004
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Laboratory equipment calibration
- Instrumentation operation
- Sample preparation and analysis
- Chemical testing procedures
- Laboratory information management
- Team collaboration
- Compliance with regulations
Certification
- Certified by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Timeline
Analytical Technician
Redwood Materials
09.2022 - 11.2025
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
Renown Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2022
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walmart Pharmacy
10.2013 - 06.2019
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy Inc.
05.2004 - 09.2013
Pharmacy Technician
Longs Drugs
03.2002 - 05.2004
High School Diploma -
Spanish Springs High School