Catherine Ruperto
Bronx,New York
Summary
Dynamic Pharmacy Technician Specialist at Montefiore Medical Center, possessing over 16 years of expertise in pharmaceutical care. Adept in sterile compounding and pharmacy law compliance. Proven track record in optimizing medication management and enhancing patient care through effective team collaboration and problem-solving skills. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and ensuring regulatory adherence in all pharmacy operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician Specialist
Montefiore Med Center - Weiler Division
The Bronx, NY
12.2018 - Current
- Proficient in sterile and hazardous compounding adhering to USP <797> and <800> regulations, emphasizing preparation of IV admixtures including TPNs, antibiotics, and chemotherapy agents under controlled aseptic conditions
- Optimized Central Pharmacy's Carousel to ensure precise drug dispensing, conduct inventory cycle counts, and enhance restocking for superior medication management and hospital compliance standards.
- Supply medications, including management of controlled substances, to hospital units in compliance with HIPAA, DEA, and hospital regulations while diligently maintaining and updating Pyxis MedStation inventory to facilitate timely patient care.
- Diligently oversee medication storage, labeling, and expiration management to ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards
- Distribute and refresh medications in operating rooms, ensuring accurate inventory records, correct storage conditions, and timely access to essential drugs.
- Conducted technician training to enhance skills and knowledge in pharmacy operations.
Mentored junior technicians, fostering professional development and teamwork.
Supported efficient pharmacy operations through compliance with industry regulations.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid Pharmacy
Bronx, USA
10.2008 - 03.2019
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Assisted with pharmacy's monthly inventory management, focusing on expiration date tracking and removal of obsolete medications.
- Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies.
- Ordered drugs from wholesalers as needed and maintained records of incoming shipments.
- Coordinated insurance and doctor calls, optimizing assistance to pharmacist
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient questions and concerns with empathy.
- Proficient in utilizing Script-Pros automated dispensing machine along with Kirby Lester pill counter.
- Assisted in training new employees on pharmacy procedures.
- Received payment from customers and processed credit card transactions when necessary.
- Prepared compound medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
Group Leader
Oasis Children’s Services
Dobbs Ferry, USA
06.2008 - 08.2008
- Manage interactions and engagement for group of 15-20 children daily
- Guaranteed children’s safety, supervised behavior management, and served as role model and mentor.
- Facilitated full participation in all daily activities as assistant to Division Leader
- Provided guidance and support to campers in activities such as arts and crafts, swimming, sports, outdoor exploration, and team-building exercises.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Pathology and Audiology, Early Childhood/Childhood Education
Lehman College
Bronx, NY06.2016
High School Diploma -
The Ethel Walker School
Simsbury, CT06.2008
Skills
- Sterile and Hazardous compounding techniques
- Interpreting and processing medication orders
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Technician leadership – new hire onboarding, workflow coordination
- Team collaboration – works closely with pharmacists, technicians, nurses, and OR staff
- Communication and problem solving skills
- Pharmacy law compliance
Certification
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) – Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), expires 2026
- Registered Pharmacy Technician – New York Board of Pharmacy, License #30075866 (Active)
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician Specialist
Montefiore Med Center - Weiler Division
12.2018 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid Pharmacy
10.2008 - 03.2019
Group Leader
Oasis Children’s Services
06.2008 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Speech Pathology and Audiology, Early Childhood/Childhood Education
Lehman College
High School Diploma -
The Ethel Walker School
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