Elizabeth Ekeler
San Diego,CA
Summary
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and self-improvement. Leverages analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems while looking to deliver high-impact solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
RLS USA Inc.
San Diego, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Ensured proper storage and handling of hazardous drugs, chemicals, radiation sources in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for accurately filling and labeling radioactive prescriptions.
- Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies, and logged items into inventory system.
- Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.
- Inspected incoming shipments for accuracy before stocking shelves with pharmaceutical supplies.
- Transferred medication from vials to sterile, disposable syringes using aseptic techniques within a laminar flow hood.
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
San Diego, CA
08.2008 - 04.2025
- In charge of training new hires.
- Collaborated with management and staff to optimize workflow usage, enabling team to prioritize orders, handle phone calls, and address questions effectively.
- Provided exceptional customer service by answering questions, locating items, or referring to the pharmacist for medication information.
- Oversaw daily operations within pharmacy department, encompassing medication and supply ordering, shelf stocking, and cleanliness maintenance standards.
- Verified insurance coverage, processed claims, and handled billing inquiries to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Labeled and dispensed prescription drugs per physician instructions, in accordance with state and federal laws.
- Ordered, labeled and counted stock of medications and entered inventory data into computer.
- Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
Veterinary Technician
Yankee Hill Veterinary Hospital
Lincoln, NE
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by listening to owners' questions and concerns, resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Performed physical examinations, administered vaccinations, and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients.
- Operated X-ray machines and autoclaves.
- Performed dental procedures under the supervision of a veterinarian.
- Facilitated surgical procedures for veterinarians through operating room preparation, anesthesia level monitoring, and vital sign assessment of animals.
- Organized surgical procedures by shaving and sanitizing surgical area, positioning IV catheters, and meticulously scrubbing, counting, and sterilizing surgical instruments and drapes using autoclave.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Vet Tech Institute at Fox College
2014
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Medication dispensing
- Inventory management
- Insurance claims processing
- Quality assurance
- Aseptic technique
- Clean room protocols
- Radiation safety procedures
Certification
- Certified Pharmacy Technician through the P.T.C.B.
- Licensed Pharmacy Technician through the state of California
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician
RLS USA Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Yankee Hill Veterinary Hospital
08.2014 - 08.2016
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
08.2008 - 04.2025
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Vet Tech Institute at Fox College