Dimitri Young
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Capable pharmacy team member proficient in assisting pharmacists with preparing prescriptions and meeting customer needs. Safety-oriented and well-organized with solid experience coordinating with insurance providers, prescribers and individuals to address issues. Good relationship-building and multitasking skills. Driven Pharmacy Technician with 30 years of experience and success in working within fast-paced pharmacy settings. Highly proficient in accurately filling and labeling prescriptions, maintaining drug inventories and updating pharmacy records. Excited to bring talent and record of excellence in customer service to growing pharmacy.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician 4
First Call Pharmacy
03.2011 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
- Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
Pharmacy Technician 4
Total Med Staffing Agent
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
- Aided pharmacists in preparing sterile compounding products for IV administration using aseptic techniques.
Pharmacy Technician 4 (PRN)
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
09.2007 - 03.2011
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
- Precisely measured and combined ingredients to deliver scrupulous formulation on customer compound prescription orders.
- Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
Pharmacy Technician 4
Children's Hospital Pharmacy
02.2008 - 02.2011
- Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
- Proactively identified potential issues or discrepancies in medication orders, collaborating closely with pharmacists to resolve them quickly.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
Pharmacy Technician 4
Medical Center Plano
08.2005 - 09.2007
- Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
- Boosted customer loyalty by providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance on drug interactions and side effects.
- Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
Pharmacy Technician 4
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
10.2003 - 08.2005
- Proactively identified potential issues or discrepancies in medication orders, collaborating closely with pharmacists to resolve them quickly.
- Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality of service across the entire team.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
Sr. Pharmacy Tech
Walgreens
01.1994 - 10.2003
- Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
- Precisely measured and combined ingredients to deliver scrupulous formulation on customer compound prescription orders.
- Liaised with other pharmacies to eliminate issues related to product expiration.
- Coordinated verification and filling of more than [Number] daily prescriptions in high-volume [Type] pharmacy environment.
- Developed and implemented improvements to pharmacy organization system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA05.1999
Associate of Science - Biology
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA05.1995
High School Diploma -
John F Kennedy High School
New Orleans, LA05.1981
Skills
- Drug Inventory Management
- Prescription Filling
- Order Verification
- Insurance Billing
- Drug Inventory Control
- Supply Restocking
- Medication Dispensing
- Manual and Automated Medication Dispensing
- Drug Storage Procedures
- Pharmacology Knowledge
Certification
Louisiana Board of Pharmacy
CPT 005423 Active
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
#230100102072902 Active
Texas Sate Board of Pharmacy
#131178 Active
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician 4
Total Med Staffing Agent
07.2023 - 10.2023
Pharmacy Technician 4
First Call Pharmacy
03.2011 - Current
Pharmacy Technician 4
Children's Hospital Pharmacy
02.2008 - 02.2011
Pharmacy Technician 4 (PRN)
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
09.2007 - 03.2011
Pharmacy Technician 4
Medical Center Plano
08.2005 - 09.2007
Pharmacy Technician 4
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
10.2003 - 08.2005
Sr. Pharmacy Tech
Walgreens
01.1994 - 10.2003
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Xavier University of Louisiana
Associate of Science - Biology
Delgado Community College
High School Diploma -
John F Kennedy High School