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Crystal Blessing, CPhT

Crystal Blessing, CPhT

Sinking Spring,PA

Summary

Patient-oriented Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience preparing, filling and labeling medications. Highly skilled at processing prescriptions and managing pharmacy inventory. Well-versed in interacting with patients to answer questions and provide status updates on prescription fills.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
Sinking Spring, PA
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • 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.
  • Provided customer service to patients by answering questions about medications and health-related topics.
  • Retrieved medication from shelves based on physician orders and delivered them to pharmacists for review.
  • Verified accuracy of medication labels before they were dispensed to customers.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
  • Received payment from customers and processed credit card transactions when necessary.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
  • 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.
  • Kept accurate records of controlled substances received and dispensed in accordance with DEA regulations.
  • Provided education materials about medications to patients upon request.
  • Organized work areas so that everything was easily accessible when needed.
  • Assisted in training new employees on pharmacy procedures.
  • Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
  • Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
  • Refilled medications, offered insight into over-the-counter products and verified insurance benefits.
  • Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
  • Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
  • Entered prescription information into computer databases.
  • Operated cash registers to accept payments from customers.
  • Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.

Home Health Aide

The Highlands At Wyomissing
Wyomissing, PA
07.2016 - 11.2023
  • Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
  • Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
  • Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
  • Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
  • Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.

Home Health Aide

Comfort Keepers Home Care
West Lawn, PA
09.2013 - 10.2015
  • Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
  • Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
  • Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
  • Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
  • Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
  • Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
  • Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
  • Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Lutheran Home at Topton
Topton, PA
12.2002 - 03.2013
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Manor Care Health Services
Lauderdale, PA
08.1996 - 12.2002
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
  • Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.

Education

General Studies

Reading Senior High School
Reading, PA
06-1995

Skills

  • Drug Inventory Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Order Verification
  • Supply Restocking
  • Billing support

Certification

Certified pharmacy technician (PTCB certified) 9/13/2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
12.2023 - 08.2024

Home Health Aide

The Highlands At Wyomissing
07.2016 - 11.2023

Home Health Aide

Comfort Keepers Home Care
09.2013 - 10.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Lutheran Home at Topton
12.2002 - 03.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

Manor Care Health Services
08.1996 - 12.2002

General Studies

Reading Senior High School

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