EDWIN S. POON
Bayside
Summary
Highly motivated, high-energy professional with over 20 years in the healthcare industry combining strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Easily adaptable to learn any medical software or systems. Work very well with all levels of people but also as an independent worker. Both flexible and versatile, a well-rounded performer committed to continued excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
INPATIENT PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
NY VA HARBOR
06.2022 - Current
- Responsible on a daily basis for filling and delivering the unit dose medication carts to the assigned wards.
- Generated pick lists through Vista for medication orders for the hospital wards & units.
- Operated the TCG-Rx automated unit dose packing system and ability to troubleshoot/repair when malfunctions.
- Filled individual patient medication drawers according to patient profile with the designated quantity of medications.
- Generated BCMA labels and accurately affix them to appropriate products received by the Inpatient Pharmacy where barcodes are inadequate.
- Conducted regular physical inventory of medications/supplies to ensure necessary stock levels are maintained and communicates with procurement staff regarding any issues.
- Responsible for performing & completing internal inspections for outdated drugs in the Inpatient Pharmacy as assigned.
- Participated in the monitoring of refrigerator temperatures utilizing available software (ie Temptrak) as assigned.
- Triaged internal phone calls in inpatient pharmacy, referring to a pharmacist when appropriate.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow healthcare professionals, fostering an atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork to achieve common goals.
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
NYU-Langone Hospital
08.2001 - Current
- Worked closely with pharmacists and using EPIC software to safely and accurately process medication.
- Operated and stocked the Omnicell automated dispensing machines within the hospital to ensure supplies were readily available to clinical staff.
- Exhibited proficiency in IV admixtures, reconstitutions and compounding preparations.
- Working knowledge of aseptic techniques.
- Responsible for maintaining the emergency crashbox tray exchange system.
- Received, checked-in and restocked medications ordered through wholesaler and other vendors.
- Consistently met established productivity, schedule adherence, and quality standards while maintaining a good attendance record.
Education
NYS Registered PhT License
PTCB Certification 2001-Present
Associate of Applied Science -
Queensborough Comm College
Bayside, NY01.2001
Skills
- Detail-oriented with strong focus on accuracy and efficiency
- Experience and training in pharmaceutical terminology
- Capable of working with highly technical equipment
- Ability to multi-task and work as a team member
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word,Excel,Outlook)
- Exceptional patient care and interaction
- High integrity and impeccable work ethic
Timeline
INPATIENT PHARMACY TECHNICIAN
NY VA HARBOR
06.2022 - Current
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
NYU-Langone Hospital
08.2001 - Current
NYS Registered PhT License
PTCB Certification 2001-Present
Associate of Applied Science -
Queensborough Comm College
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