Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
LANGUAGES
Timeline
AWARDS
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Cecilia Chanocua

La Habra,CA

Summary

Certified bilingual Pharmacy Technician with expertise in prescription processing, insurance verification, and inventory management in fast-paced pharmacy environments. Proven leader in managing and training staff, streamlining workflow, and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Recognized for excellent communication, team leadership, and delivering exceptional patient care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Pharmacy Technician / Manager

Fullerton Express Pharmacy
10.2022 - Current
  • Accurately prepared, filled, and labeled prescriptions in full compliance with HIPAA, state, and federal pharmacy regulations
  • Assisted patients with prescription drop-off, insurance billing, payment processing, and medication-related inquiries, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Specialized in processing and dispensing medications for long-term care and hospice facilities, coordinating timely fulfillment and delivery schedules
  • Managed inventory for over-the-counter and behind-the-counter medications, reducing stock shortages through routine audits and proactive reordering
  • Oversaw daily workflow and task prioritization to maintain efficiency during high-volume periods
  • Trained and supported new staff on pharmacy systems, safety protocols, and prescription processing standards
  • Collaborated with pharmacists and healthcare providers to resolve insurance issues, medication discrepancies, and patient concerns
  • Traveled to meet and introduce new customers to the pharmacy, building professional relationships and supporting business growth
  • Represented the pharmacy in outreach efforts, explaining services, processes, and benefits to prospective clients

Selling associate

Victoria Secret
08.2021 - 10.2022
  • Warmly welcomed 100+ customers into the store offering advice on products and assisted with finding merchandise.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by handling transactions including POS, credit, cash, exchange/return to ensure accuracy of cash flow.
  • Maintained a clean and organized inventory.

Medical assistant

Hamsa Ramkumar MD
08.2020 - 08.2021

Back Office Responsibilities

  • Administered vaccines, including COVID-19 immunizations, ensuring proper preparation, handling, and documentation
  • Prepared and processed patients by taking vital signs and assisting with clinical flow
  • Monitored and managed clinical supply inventory to maintain adequate stock levels
  • Maintained accurate vaccine logs and medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations
  • Ensured examination rooms were properly cleaned, sanitized, and prepared for patient care

Front Office Responsibilities

  • Verified patient insurance information and eligibility
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient visits
  • Answered and routed incoming phone calls in a professional and timely manner
  • Completed, reviewed, and processed required documentation
  • Scanned, updated, and maintained patient records with attention to accuracy and confidentiality

Education

North-west College
Anaheim

Medical Careers Academy

Sonora High School
La Habra

Skills

  • Prescription Filling, Data Entry & Verification
  • Insurance Billing, Claims Processing & Reimbursement
  • HIPAA Compliance, Patient Privacy & Regulatory Adherence
  • Inventory Management, Audits & Reordering Processes
  • Pharmacy Calculations, Dosage Accuracy & Quality Control
  • Customer & Patient Care Excellence
  • Team Leadership, Training & Daily Task Delegation
  • Workflow Coordination & Time Management
  • Multitasking in Fast-Paced, High-Volume Environments
  • Professional Communication (Patients, Providers & Insurance Companies)
  • Problem Resolution & Attention to Detail
  • Bilingual: English & Spanish

Certification

  • Pharmacy Technician Program – Certified Pharmacy Technician
  • CPR Certification
  • HIPAA Compliance Certification
  • Medicare Parts C & D: Fraud, Waste, Abuse & Compliance Certification
  • Cultural Competency in Pharmacy Certification

LANGUAGES

Fluent in English and Spanish

Timeline

Lead Pharmacy Technician / Manager

Fullerton Express Pharmacy
10.2022 - Current

Selling associate

Victoria Secret
08.2021 - 10.2022

Medical assistant

Hamsa Ramkumar MD
08.2020 - 08.2021

Medical Careers Academy

Sonora High School

North-west College

AWARDS

CPR Certified, Medical Assistant Certification, Principal’s Honor Roll, Ipath Award for Academic Excellence
Cecilia Chanocua