Christy Tiaba
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic IV Pharmacy Technician with proven expertise at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in sterile compounding and workflow efficiency. Enhanced medication delivery processes and trained new staff, achieving significant reductions in preparation times. Skilled in hazardous drug handling and committed to patient confidentiality, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
IV Pharmacy Technician
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared IV medications by following strict safety protocols and hospital guidelines.
- Maintained accurate inventory of pharmaceutical supplies to ensure availability and compliance.
- Assisted pharmacists in compounding sterile preparations, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Monitored equipment for proper functioning, conducting routine maintenance as needed.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize medication delivery processes and patient care.
- Trained new pharmacy technicians on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced preparation times for IV admixtures.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards during medication preparation and dispensing activities.
Compounding Inventory Specialist
CHKD
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed inventory accuracy through regular audits and stock reconciliation.
- Implemented systematic storage solutions to optimize space utilization and accessibility.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline receiving and distribution processes.
- Maintained detailed records of inventory levels using advanced tracking software.
- Assisted in training new staff on inventory management protocols and best practices.
- Developed strategies for minimizing discrepancies and enhancing overall inventory integrity.
- Led cross-functional meetings to address supply chain challenges and drive process improvements.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
Data Entry Clerk
PharMerica
03.2020 - 05.2024
- Entered and updated patient medication records accurately in electronic health record system.
- Processed and verified prescription orders for accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborated with pharmacy staff to ensure timely fulfillment of patient prescriptions.
- Maintained organized filing systems for physical and digital documentation.
- Assisted in training new staff on data entry protocols and software usage.
- Monitored inventory levels, alerting management to restock medications as needed.
- Conducted regular audits of data entries to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Resolved discrepancies in data through effective communication with healthcare providers and team members.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Pharmacy Inventory Specialist
CVS Pharmacy
03.2017 - 09.2022
- Managed inventory levels using CVS Pharmacy's inventory management system.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with pharmacy team to streamline medication restocking processes.
- Assisted in training new staff on inventory protocols and best practices.
- Implemented efficient tracking systems to minimize medication discrepancies.
- Analyzed stock data to predict demand and optimize ordering schedules.
- Mentored junior staff on inventory management techniques and software tools.
- Led initiatives to reduce waste through improved inventory rotation methods.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and updating the pharmacy management system accordingly.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
William Floyd High School
Mastic, NY05.2004
Skills
Sterile compounding
Clean room procedures
Patient confidentiality
Parenteral nutrition
Dosage calculation
Drug classification
Order interpretation
Workflow efficiency
Aseptic technique
Hazardous drug handling
Drug compatibility
Medication storage
Timeline
IV Pharmacy Technician
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Compounding Inventory Specialist
CHKD
12.2022 - 05.2024
Data Entry Clerk
PharMerica
03.2020 - 05.2024
Pharmacy Inventory Specialist
CVS Pharmacy
03.2017 - 09.2022
High School Diploma - General Studies
William Floyd High School