Destiny Jackson
Student
Lexington,SC
Summary
Current undergraduate student at the University of South Carolina with a strong passion for chemistry and a commitment to integrating academic knowledge with hands-on experience in pharmacy and pharmaceutical operations. Holds South Carolina Pharmacy Technician Registration (Reg. #37962) and PTCB Certification (CPhT, No. 30159645), equipped with skills to excel in psychopharmacology, drug chemistry, and pharmaceutical research and development. Eager to leverage educational background and certifications to make meaningful contributions within the pharmaceutical industry. Proactive, detail-oriented, learner dedicated to continuous growth and professional development in a dynamic field.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician/COVID-19 Support Staff
CVS Health
Columbia, SC
09.2016 - 07.2023
- Maintained a clean, organized, and well-stocked workspace to support team productivity and compliance with local, state, and federal pharmacy regulations.
- Nurtured customer relationships by providing individualized attention and support throughout each transaction.
- Coordinated patient access to Pharmacist for expert counseling.
- Utilized pharmacy computerized systems to precisely enter prescription data, insurance information, resolve third-party billing issues, and ensure patient health record accuracy.
- Executed medication dispensing processes under the guidance of a registered Pharmacist ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Adhered to all hazardous drug and spill protocols to ensure safety compliance.
- Performed scheduled phone interactions to ensure customer adherence to prescription medications, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Addressed customer inquiries in-person and via telephone.
- Conducted inventory replenishment to ensure optimal stock levels, reduce out-of-stock occurrences and implemented waste reduction techniques to improve overall inventory management efficiency.
- Oversaw proper storage and labeling processes for bagged prescriptions to enhance accessibility for pharmacy staff.
Pharmacy Technician
Finklin Pharmacy
Columbia, SC
05.2014 - 07.2016
- Assisted pharmacist with daily operations including managing pharmacy inventory, maintaining workspace organization, and operating cash register.
- Utilized pharmacy management software to track prescriptions, manage refills, and maintain patient accurate records.
- Regularly restocked drug bays, maintained accurate inventory logs, and ensured all expired or soon to expire medications were removed from stock.
- Communicated with insurance companies resolving billing issues promoting seamless coverage for patients.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction by providing prompt and friendly service to all clients.
- Managed daily activities of retail pharmacy to enhance community engagement and support local health needs.
Chemical Laboratory Intern
Westinghouse Electric Corp. LLC
Hopkins, SC
04.2014 - 08.2014
- Orchestrated sample collection and analytical experiments to evaluate material characteristics and functionality under project leader guidance.
- Performed routine cleaning and organization of laboratory equipment and workstations to uphold safety standards.
- Compiled and documented experimental results for comprehensive analysis by project lead.
- Gained hands-on experience with specialized equipment operation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures to support overall lab functionality effectively
- Engaged with project team members to drive project completion and achieve objectives.
- Utilized mentor feedback to drive continuous improvement in performance throughout internship.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC12-2027
Skills
- Data entry
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Customer service
- Pharmacology
- Insurance billing
- Medication dispensing
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Manual and automated medication dispensing
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Pharmacy and customer records management
- Regulatory compliance with HIPAA, DEA, FDA, and SCLLR
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Facilitated the implementation of a new drug inventory system.
- Secured second interview to University of Georgia's pharmacy program.
Certification
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
- South Carolina Registered Pharmacy Technician - 2014-2024
- COVID-19 Testing Training - 2020-2022
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician/COVID-19 Support Staff
CVS Health
09.2016 - 07.2023
Pharmacy Technician
Finklin Pharmacy
05.2014 - 07.2016
Chemical Laboratory Intern
Westinghouse Electric Corp. LLC
04.2014 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of South Carolina