CHERRI TAYLOR
Battle Ground
Summary
Experienced certified pharmacy technician specializing in medication dispensing and regulatory compliance. Demonstrates a strong commitment to patient safety and satisfaction through careful attention to detail. Skilled in managing drug inventory and building rapport with patients and customers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Specialty Medical Staffing
Everett
01.2023 - Current
- Supported multiple retail pharmacies, including Costco, Safeway, Albertsons, and Fred Meyer during staffing shortages, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.
- Completed order entry and filled prescriptions to ensure continuity of patient care.
- Assisted customers via phone to address inquiries and service needs.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered medications to prevent stock shortages and ensure timely patient access.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient care outcomes.
- Ensured consistent compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.
- Performed administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, and answering phones.
- Processed prescriptions accurately and efficiently for diverse patient needs.
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
- Managed inventories, rotating stock and removing expired or damaged products to maintain compliance and accuracy in drug counts.
Certified Pharmacy Technician- Traveler
Confluence Health/ Primetime Healthcare/ TMG
Wenatchee
02.2021 - Current
- Lead technician responsibilities in inpatient pharmacy, batching IV medications efficiently.
- Trained new technicians in sterile technique for IV and chemotherapy admixtures.
- Executed medication reconciliation for hospital patients to ensure accurate treatment plans.
- Prepared hazardous and chemotherapy IV admixtures using USP 797 sterile techniques.
- Triage IV medications for chemotherapy infusion clinic based on administration times.
- Managed inventory of medications and freight, including hazardous medications, in designated locations.
- Performed daily and weekly cleaning duties in ante and clean rooms per USP 797 standards.
- Completed daily batch fills and delivered medications to nursing units multiple times daily.
Certified Pharmacy Technician II/ Traveler position
Columbia Memorial Hospital/ Maxim Healthcare
Astoria
02.2024 - 05.2024
Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Peace Health St. John’s Hospital
Longview
05.2020 - 12.2022
Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital
Portland
12.2018 - 02.2021
Night Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Adventist Health Hospital
Portland
09.2018 - 08.2019
Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Banner Health Desert Hospital
Mesa
03.2014 - 09.2018
Education
Pharmacy Technician Program -
Clark Community College
Vancouver, WA01-2004
Skills
- Prescription processing
- Inventory management
- Customer service and support
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
- Training and mentoring
- Empathy and patience
Certification
PTCB Certified
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician II/ Traveler position
Columbia Memorial Hospital/ Maxim Healthcare
02.2024 - 05.2024
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Specialty Medical Staffing
01.2023 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician- Traveler
Confluence Health/ Primetime Healthcare/ TMG
02.2021 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Peace Health St. John’s Hospital
05.2020 - 12.2022
Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital
12.2018 - 02.2021
Night Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Adventist Health Hospital
09.2018 - 08.2019
Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Banner Health Desert Hospital
03.2014 - 09.2018
Pharmacy Technician Program -
Clark Community College