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Carolyn Renee’ Smith

Valley Head,AL
Carolyn Renee’ Smith

Summary

Dynamic Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician with proven expertise at Walgreens in medication dispensing and insurance verification. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and training staff, I effectively resolve complex customer issues while ensuring compliance with FDA and HIPAA regulations. Recognized for boosting vaccination rates through strategic initiatives and fostering strong patient relationships. Compassionate, caring and exhibits professional skills in immunizations and testing procedures. Customers regularly express their appreciation for my services and help with questions or concerns they have about their medication needs as well as insurance coverage .

Overview

26
years of professional experience

Work History

Walgreens

Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
01.2008 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintained precise patient records by engaging with prescribing doctors.
  • Resolved issues for clients and medical professionals over the phone.
  • Managed payment processes to guarantee seamless transactions.
  • Performed regular inspections to minimize stock inconsistencies.
  • Kept working area organized to ensure accuracy in medication preparation.
  • Facilitated growth of junior pharmacy technicians via consistent training.
  • Monitored and recorded controlled substance usage to maintain compliance.
  • Resolved customer issues on-site and via phone by offering guidance on order placements.
  • Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
  • Stocked electronic medication dispensing units with necessary supplies.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists to verify prescriptions.
  • Answered patients' questions and troubleshot prescription issues.
  • Managed challenging customer service issues effectively.
  • Increased immunization rates through targeted campaign marketing.
  • Measured and compounded medications as per guidelines.
  • Advocated for patients' compliance with medication guidelines.
  • Maintained relationships with physicians.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Implemented inventory management systems, enhancing operational productivity.
  • Elevated precision in medication dispensing via thorough drug usage evaluations.
  • Decreased submission inaccuracies in the billing process.
  • Managed patient data in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Facilitated pharmacist in clearing problematic prescriptions.
  • Modified records to accurately reflect patients' up-to-date medication and insurance data.
  • Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
  • Facilitated patient communication to ensure accurate collection of prescription and health data.
  • Facilitated the daily handling and verification of 900+ prescriptions within a high-demand pharmaceutical environment.
  • Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
  • Accurately measured and blended compounds ensuring precise formulation completion.
  • Handled inquiries from healthcare professionals about medications.
  • Ensured packaging and labels for prescriptions, confirming dosage accuracy, side effects, interactions, and refill details.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions related to various pharmaceutical items.
  • Set up and modified patient profiles to include current medications and insurance details.
  • Liaised with other pharmacies to eliminate issues related to product expiration.
  • Developed and implemented improvements to pharmacy organization system.
  • Coordinated with physicians and insurance agency representatives for speedy resolution of prescription discrepancies.
  • Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
  • Accurately filled prescriptions.

Executed diverse responsibilities in the pharmacy, ensuring efficiency.

  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.

Walmart

Photo Center Specialist
03.2004 - 07.2007

Job overview

  • Ensured optimal performance of all systems within the photo center through regular software updates and hardware maintenance checks as required.
  • Provided expert advice to customers on suitable products for their specific needs, boosting sales and ensuring satisfaction.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate photo services.
  • Maintained strict adherence to privacy regulations when handling sensitive customer information during transactions or consultations.

Shaw Industries

Winding Operator
11.1998 - 05.2004

Job overview

  • Assisted in training new employees on Winder Operator tasks, helping them become productive team members more rapidly.
  • Contributed to cost reduction measures through efficient use of resources, waste minimization, and recycling initiatives.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in working various shifts as required due to fluctuations in production demands.
  • Supported continuous improvement efforts by suggesting process enhancements that led to increased efficiency on the production floor.

Education

Northeast Alabama Community College
Rainsville, AL

High School Diploma
03.2000

Skills

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Immunization administration
  • Insurance billing
  • Insurance verification
  • Medication dispensing
  • Maintaining records
  • Team collaboration
  • Workflow optimization
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Compounding techniques
  • Staff training and development
  • Intravenous admixture preparation
  • Pharmacology expertise
  • New hire onboarding
  • Pharmacy and customer records management
  • Point of sale systems proficiency
  • Troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment
  • Inventory control
  • Order verification
  • Pharmacy operations management
  • FDA and HIPAA compliance
  • Medical insurance claims processing
  • Interpreting and processing medication orders
  • Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
  • Prioritization and organization
  • Medical machine maintenance
  • Safe chemical handling
  • Creative thinking
  • Drug interaction software
  • FDA drug safety guidelines
  • Heartsaver CPR AED
  • Certified pharmacy technician
  • Resolving complaints

Timeline

Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
01.2008 - Current

Photo Center Specialist

Walmart
03.2004 - 07.2007

Winding Operator

Shaw Industries
11.1998 - 05.2004

Northeast Alabama Community College

High School Diploma
Carolyn Renee’ Smith