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Elizabeth Decena

Kent,WASHINGTON
The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
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Elizabeth Decena

Summary

Detail-oriented Pharmacy Assistant with a year and a half of experience in long-term pharmacy environments. Dedicated to maintaining smooth operations and responsible in dealing with controlled substances. Highly skilled in dispersing and packaging prescriptions accurately and quickly. Knowledgeable in medical terminology and scheduling. Proven history of providing exceptional customer service to drive client retention. Good background in helping coworkers of all departmental areas towards the completion of important pharmacy tasks or orders.

Overview

2
year of professional experience
1
Certification
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Ready Meds Pharmacy
Renton, WA

Pharmacy Assistant
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
  • Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
  • Communication and teamwork with different departments to help resolve any issues or questions regarding prescription.
  • Assisted pharmacy staff with preparing medications and filling orders.
  • Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Merchandised over-the-counter goods and rotated stock.
  • Communicated instructions to patients or caregivers about proper use and storage of drugs.
  • Supported operations with filing, copying and faxing.
  • Trained new pharmacy staff on computer system and drug management protocols.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with supplies and medicines and ordered new items to avoid shortages.
  • Organized client information into correct profiles while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Tracked pharmacy inventory and reported medication numbers to lead pharmacists.
  • Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
  • Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
  • Typed and printed out prescription and medication labels.
  • Distributed medicine and supplements from stock containers to correct packages.
  • Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
  • Gathered and bagged prescriptions and prepared extemporaneous pharmaceuticals.
  • Performed safety checks when dispensing medications to optimize patient safety.
  • Implemented strong filing techniques to sort and store important documents and medical forms.
  • Requested updated prescriptions and medical information from physicians.
  • Received, processed and entered prescription orders into pharmacy databases.

Education

Greenriver College
Auburn, WA

Associate of Science from Biochemistry
01.2024 - 06.2026

Kentridge Highschool
Kent, WA

High School Diploma
06.2023

University Overview

  • Complete Sport Medicine Course Completion - 2 Years
  • Completed CPR Licensing + Athletic Training And Wrapping Courses
  • Completed AP course in World History [APWS]
  • Completed AP course in Geography [APGeo]
  • Completed AP course in Chemistry [UWCHS]- University of Washington Accredited (College in HS Program)
  • 2 years Running Start/ Early College [Accredited courses for AAS-1 Science Transfer Track]

Extracurricular Activities:

  • Varsity Tennis Member - 4 Years
  • Elected Captain of KR Varsity Tennis [2021-2023]- 2 Years
  • Varsity Judo Member- 1 Year
  • Girl's Honors Club Member - 3 Years
  • Amnesty/ Human Rights Club Member- 3 Years
  • GRCC Associated Student Body- 2 Years
  • Elected to Bylaws Representative for Greenriver Associated Student Body [ASGR Student Body] in 2021-2022
  • Elected to Bylaws Head Chair for Greenriver Associated Student Body [ASGR Student Body] in 2022-2023

Skills

  • Stocking Shelves
  • Secure Storage of Medications
  • Preparing Bubble Packs
  • Product Restocking
  • Typing Medication Labels
  • Assisting Pharmacists
  • Medication Distribution Support
  • Patient Safety
  • Resolving Complaints
  • Labeling and Counting
  • Laboratory Operations
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Hospitality and Accommodation
  • Proper Labeling
  • Organizing Supplies
  • Answering Customer Questions
  • Updating Computer Database
  • FDA and HIPAA Compliance
  • Filing Documents
  • Oral Medication Preparation
  • Label Printing
  • Medication Packaging
  • Pharmacy Policies and Procedures
  • Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Outdated Medication Protocols
  • Merchandise Products
  • Patient Information Collection
  • Drug Delivery Mechanisms
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Clean Equipment
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Taking Medical Histories
  • Maintaining Medical Records
  • Customer Care Standards
  • Pharmacy Practices
  • Medical Documentation

Certification

  • Certified Pharmacy Assistant License - Issued 07/07/2022
  • Renewed 10/18/2022- Active Until 11/16/2024
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Timeline

Greenriver College

Associate of Science from Biochemistry
01.2024 - 06.2026

Pharmacy Assistant

Ready Meds Pharmacy
07.2022 - Current

Kentridge Highschool

High School Diploma
Elizabeth Decena