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CARRIE A. LEWIS

Pharmacy Technician, Medical Assistant
Guntown,MS

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Technician

On Demand Pharmaceuticals
Tupelo, MS
10.2023 - Current
  • Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
  • Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
  • Assisted pharmacists in compounding sterile products according to state regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
  • Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
  • Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
  • Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
  • Organized work areas so that everything was easily accessible when needed.
  • Monitored inventory levels of commonly used drugs and placed orders when necessary.
  • Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
  • Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
  • Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies.
  • Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
  • Improved inventory management procedures to reduce overhead, backorders and overstock.
  • Monitored supply inventory and promptly submitted replenishment orders to prevent shortages.

Admission/Discharge Specialist

Pulmonary Consultants
Tupelo, MS
07.2019 - 10.2023
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, and managed patient flow while greeting patients in a professional manner
  • Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
  • Adheared to HIPPA regulatory safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone or in person.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Participation in team meetings to improve work flow and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Conducted insurance verification, incorporated outside records into chart and EHR.
  • Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts and consent forms.
  • Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Handled general office duties to support administrative during peak staff hours.
  • Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
  • Exercised versatility in fast-paced, agile work environments.

Pharmacy Technician

Hematology Oncology of NMMC
Tupelo, MS
09.2016 - 07.2019
  • Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
  • Transferred medications from vials to sterile, disposable syringes using aseptic technique.
  • Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
  • Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
  • Kept accurate records of controlled substances received and dispensed in accordance with DEA regulations.
  • Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacists on duty.
  • Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
  • Verified prescriptions and drug labels, documents and packages.
  • Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.

Medical Assistant

Hematology Oncology
Tupelo, MS
12.2013 - 09.2016
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment..

Medical Assistant

Endocrinology Consultants
Tupelo, MS
10.2008 - 12.2013
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
  • Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for exams.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's .
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.

Medical Assistant

Heritage OBGYN
Tupelo, MS
07.2000 - 10.2008
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies.
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse..
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.

Education

Pharmacy Technician -

Itawamba Community College
Belden, Mississippi
01.2015

Associate Degree - Medical Assisting Technology

Northeast Mississippi Community College
05-2000

Skills

  • Exceptional capacity to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Administrative experience
  • Outstanding communication skills and work efficiency
  • Proficient in Epic
  • Proficient in Centricity
  • Proficient in SCM
  • Proficient in Medical Transcription
  • Prescription Filling
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Drug Inventory Control
  • Drug Inventory Management
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Healthcare regulations
  • HIPAA
  • Operations Support
  • FDA Drug
  • Pharmacy operations
  • Labeling prescriptions
  • Interpreting orders
  • Supporting
  • Aseptic Techniques
  • Order Verification
  • Intravenous admixture preparation
  • Confidentiality and HIPAA
  • Updating medication histories
  • Drug storage procedures
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Medication dispensing
  • Drug safety
  • Secure storage of medications
  • Team collaboration
  • FDA Drug Safety Guidelines

Timeline

Pharmacy Technician

On Demand Pharmaceuticals
10.2023 - Current

Admission/Discharge Specialist

Pulmonary Consultants
07.2019 - 10.2023

Pharmacy Technician

Hematology Oncology of NMMC
09.2016 - 07.2019

Medical Assistant

Hematology Oncology
12.2013 - 09.2016

Medical Assistant

Endocrinology Consultants
10.2008 - 12.2013

Medical Assistant

Heritage OBGYN
07.2000 - 10.2008

Pharmacy Technician -

Itawamba Community College

Associate Degree - Medical Assisting Technology

Northeast Mississippi Community College

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