EARL JOSHUA L. ESTRELLA
Hayward,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented pharmacy technician specializing in sterile compounding and quality assurance. Expertise in preparing patient-specific IV medications while maintaining compliance with industry standards. Committed to ensuring patient safety through meticulous inventory management and adherence to aseptic techniques. Adapting to challenge and change.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient IV Room Sterile Compounding Tech
Stanford Hospital
03.2026 - 07.2026
- Prepared patient-specific compounds and labeled intravenous admixtures, chemotherapy, and department-specific batches within laminar flow hoods in positive and negative pressure rooms.
- Executed strict aseptic techniques and performed precise calculations to ensure accurate dosing for patient safety.
- Prepared and mixed pharmaceutical compounds according to established formulas.
- Operated compounding equipment and maintained cleanliness of work area.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies.
Home Infusion Pharmacy Tech - Inpatient Pharmacy Tech
Sutter Health
11.2024 - 03.2026
- Prepared and compounded IV medications, including elastomeric balls, syringes, hydration, IV pain medication, and TPN, in compliance with USP 797 and 800 standards.
- Managed and controlled medicine and supplies inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels and verifying accuracy of compound instructions and regulatory documentation.
- Maintained a safe and sterile medication area, clean rooms, and laminar flow hoods by adhering to all standards, procedures, cleaning protocols, and infection control policies.
Pharmacy Technician
OptionCare
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Compounded IV antibiotics aseptically in clean room, adhering to BOP regulations.
- Reviewed and validated prescription drug refill requests to ensure compliance with OCH policies and procedures.
- Collected and maintained patient information to support accurate planning of materials, supplies, equipment, and prescriptions for timely delivery.
Field Service Agent
BestBuy GeekSquad
East Bay
06.2019 - 05.2023
- Installed home theater systems, mounted TVs, set up A.V. equipment, troubleshot computers, and configured wifi networks.
- Supported clients during installations, ensuring seamless integration of services.
- Conducted on-site surveys to gather client feedback for future installations and ensured correct service product selection, including security cameras.
- Assist with notable projects: Calvax, Bestbuy Teen tech center, and Berkeley dorms.
Sales Consultant
BestBuy
10.2013 - 05.2017
- Launched 'connected devices' department in smaller store, expanding product offerings to meet customer demand.
- Coached and trained small team to align with business expectations and standards, enhancing overall service quality.
- Provided customers with tailored assistance in selecting technology products, ensuring a seamless one-stop shop experience.
- Transferred to another store to replicate successful strategies from previous location.
Education
Vocational Certificate - Pharmacology
Pharmacy Tech University
08-2023
Pharmacy Technician - Home Infusion
Optioncare
11-2024
Inpatient IV Room Sterile Compounding Tech -
Stanford Hospital
07-2026
Sales Consultant -
BestBuy
05-2017
Skills
- Process improvement
- Team coordination
- Patient care support
- Clinical communication
- Training and mentoring
- Operational efficiency
- Workflow optimization
- Sterile compounding and IV medication
- Hydration and hazardous drugs
- Aseptic technique
- Medication preparation
- Regulatory compliance
- Critical thinking
- Inventory management
Notable Accomplishments
- District 8.02.2's Most Valuable Geek, Anonymous award given by peers and leaders
- NorCals Verizon Ambassador of the Year, With the highest growth
- assisted with multiple bestbuy projects and collaborations such as the Calvax supporting FEMA, and Cal OEs on App base trouble shooting and implementation during COVID.
Timeline
Inpatient IV Room Sterile Compounding Tech
Stanford Hospital
03.2026 - 07.2026
Home Infusion Pharmacy Tech - Inpatient Pharmacy Tech
Sutter Health
11.2024 - 03.2026
Pharmacy Technician
OptionCare
05.2023 - 11.2024
Field Service Agent
BestBuy GeekSquad
06.2019 - 05.2023
Sales Consultant
BestBuy
10.2013 - 05.2017
Vocational Certificate - Pharmacology
Pharmacy Tech University
Pharmacy Technician - Home Infusion
Optioncare
Inpatient IV Room Sterile Compounding Tech -
Stanford Hospital
Sales Consultant -
BestBuy