Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Brittani Lopez

CVS Specialty Pharmacy
Irvington,NJ
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience

Experienced Certified Pharmacy Technician with 19 years in pharmacy operations and patient care coordination. Skilled in prescription processing, insurance benefits investigation, and prior authorizations. Effectively collaborates with patients, healthcare providers, and insurers to enhance medication access. Strong leader in workflow management and staff training, committed to delivering accurate and compliant support in dynamic healthcare settings.

Work History

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Front-End Tech I

4 Years 2 Months
CVS Specialty Pharmacy | 05.2022 - Current
  • Enter prescriptions for pharmacist review, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in processing.
  • Communicate with physician offices to obtain new prescriptions and clarify medication orders.
  • Coordinate medication availability to support timely patient delivery.
  • Maintain a safe pharmacy environment for patients and employees by following established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Deliver professional and responsive service to patients and healthcare providers during the prescription process.

PCC/Medical Benefits Specialist/Program Team Lead

4 Years 6 Months
Asembia Specialty Pharmacy | 11.2017 - 05.2022
  • Coordinated patient care and prescription services by monitoring cases, maintaining accurate patient records, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Conducted comprehensive insurance benefit investigations to verify coverage and educate patients regarding healthcare benefits and financial responsibility.
  • Managed prescription intake and insurance verification while assisting physician offices with prior authorizations and appeals.
  • Coordinated prescription processing and delivery between patients, physician offices, dispensing pharmacies, insurance companies, and manufacturers.
  • Ensured accurate and timely documentation throughout the prescription process, from prescription initiation through completion.
  • Provided prescription status updates and coordinated follow-up with physicians, pharmacies, patients, and manufacturers.
  • Researched and coordinated patient financial assistance through copay programs, foundations, and manufacturer assistance resources.
  • Managed and triaged high-volume customer service calls while supporting daily operational needs and maintaining efficient workflow.
  • Built strong professional relationships with patients, physicians, pharmacies, manufacturer representatives, and internal stakeholders to achieve program objectives.
  • Supervised and supported a team of employees by assigning workloads, monitoring performance, addressing questions, and ensuring quality and guideline compliance.
  • Trained and coached team members, identified training needs, and provided ongoing support to improve performance and operational effectiveness.
  • Assumed leadership responsibilities in manager's absence, ensuring continuity of operations and support for team members.
  • Collaborated with internal IT teams to enhance system functionality and streamline operational processes.
  • Participated in manufacturer and team meetings to support program development and continuous improvement.

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Front-End Tech I

3 Years 3 Months
CVS Specialty Pharmacy | 08.2014 - 11.2017
  • Entered prescriptions for pharmacist review, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in processing.
  • Communicated with physician offices to obtain new prescriptions and clarify medication orders.
  • Coordinated medication availability to support timely patient delivery.
  • Maintained a safe pharmacy environment for patients and employees by following established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Delivered professional and responsive service to patients and healthcare providers during the prescription process.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

3 Years 4 Months
Walgreen's Pharmacy | 04.2011 - 08.2014
  • Received and entered prescriptions, ensuring accuracy for pharmacist review and processing.
  • Assisted with prescription fulfillment and medication preparation under pharmacist supervision.
  • Dispensed prescription and over-the-counter medications, adhering to pharmacy procedures and regulations for safe patient care.
  • Provided medication-related information and customer service to patients and healthcare professionals, enhancing understanding of medication use.

Pharmacy Technician

3 Years 8 Months
Rite-Aid Pharmacy | 08.2007 - 04.2011
  • Received and entered prescriptions for pharmacist review and processing.
  • Assisted with prescription fulfillment and medication preparation under pharmacist supervision.
  • Dispensed prescription and over-the-counter medications in accordance with pharmacy procedures and applicable regulations.
  • Provided medication-related information and customer service to patients and healthcare professionals within the scope of the technician role.

Materials Handler I

1 Year 1 Month
Army and Air Force Exchange Services | 04.2006 - 05.2007
  • Performed warehouse operations including receiving, storage, order selection, and shipping within a distribution center.
  • Operated within established warehouse management procedures and followed instructions to complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently.

Lead Cashier

2 Years 3 Months
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. | 01.2004 - 04.2006
  • Supervised cashiers and baggers, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective teamwork.
  • Monitored register activity, providing staff guidance to uphold high customer service standards.
  • Balanced cash drawers and processed customer transactions, adhering to company procedures for accuracy.
  • Stocked merchandise and returned unwanted items to appropriate shelves.

Education

High School Diploma

Colquitt County High | Moultrie, GA | 05-2004

College Prepatory Diploma with two academic courses seal of certification.

Skills

Specialty Pharmacy Operations
Prescription Intake & Processing
Insurance Verification & Benefits Investigation
Prior Authorizations & Appeals
Patient Assistance & Financial Support Programs
Patient Education & Customer Service
Prescription Coordination & Delivery
Pharmacy Workflow Management
Team Leadership & Staff Training
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Cross-Functional Communication
Physician & Pharmacy Coordination
Patient Record Maintenance
High-Volume Call Management
Computer & Data Entry Systems
Problem Solving & Task Prioritization

Certification

PTCB - Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Issued: March 12, 2012
Certification Status: Active

Expiration Date: April 30, 2028

New Jersey Board of Pharmacy - Pharmacy Technician Registration
Registration Status: Active

Expiration Date: August 31, 2026

Timeline

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Front-End Tech I

CVS Specialty Pharmacy
05.2022 - CurrentRead More

PCC/Medical Benefits Specialist/Program Team Lead

Asembia Specialty Pharmacy
11.2017 - 05.2022Read More

Certified Pharmacy Technician, Front-End Tech I

CVS Specialty Pharmacy
08.2014 - 11.2017Read More

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreen's Pharmacy
04.2011 - 08.2014Read More

Pharmacy Technician

Rite-Aid Pharmacy
08.2007 - 04.2011Read More

Materials Handler I

Army and Air Force Exchange Services
04.2006 - 05.2007Read More

Lead Cashier

Winn-Dixie Stores Inc.
01.2004 - 04.2006Read More

Colquitt County High

High School Diploma
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Brittani Lopez