Emeli Y Garcia Rivas
Arlington
Summary
Dedicated college student currently studying Business Administration, with experience as a pharmacy technician, sales associate, and restaurant hostess, seeking an entry-level role in a pediatric clinic and working toward a long-term dream of building a career in pediatrics. I bring strong communication skills, compassionate customer service, and the ability to stay calm and organized in busy environments. Comfortable handling confidential information, supporting families, and collaborating with healthcare and front-office teams, with a lifelong passion for working with children and contributing to high-quality pediatric care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist Technician
Prestons Pharmacy
Arlington, VA
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted pharmacists in medication therapy management and patient counseling.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and potential side effects to improve adherence.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices within the pharmacy environment.
- Strengthened communication between pharmacy staff members resulting in better coordination of services provided to patients.
- Helped increase overall productivity within the pharmacy team by cross-training in various roles and responsibilities as needed.
Restaurant Hostess
Lebanese Taverna
McLean, VA
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Developed rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty and repeat visits through personalized service.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a calm demeanor
Retail Sales Associate
MetroPCS Corporate Store
Arrington, VA
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock audits and replenishment processes.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washington-Liberty High School
Arrington, VA07-2025
Skills
- Quality control procedures
- Patient counseling
- Continuing education
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Answering customer questions
- Time management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Working with children and families
Community volunteering and youth mentorship
Dance and creative movement activities
Reading child development and psychology articles
Participating in church and community outreach events
Timeline
Pharmacist Technician
Prestons Pharmacy
09.2024 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Lebanese Taverna
09.2023 - 02.2025
Retail Sales Associate
MetroPCS Corporate Store
06.2023 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Washington-Liberty High School