Erik Quiroz
Edinburg,TX
Summary
Bilingual Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with 10+ years of experience in high-acuity pharmacy settings, including sterile compounding, IV/chemotherapy preparation, and USP compliance. Skilled in complex case management, patient advocacy, insurance adjudication, and digital coordination (EHR, Hootsuite, Adobe Suite). Proven in bridging clinical precision with administrative excellence to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Coordinator & Advanced Caregiver
Healthcare Coordinator & Advanced Caregiver
Edinburg, USA
07.2020 - 12.2025
- Directed full-time care for complex pathologies including dementia and diabetic complications; expertly administered 6-week I.V. antibiotic infusions for Osteomyelitis.
- Served as the primary point of contact between multi-disciplinary surgical teams and wound care specialists, ensuring 100% adherence to treatment protocols.
- Audited and prepared weekly medication regimens, including nightly insulin injections and physician-guided wound care.
Digital Brand Manager
Grow Rite RGV
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Developed and executed comprehensive content plans to align digital identity with organizational goals.
- Monitored performance insights using Hootsuite and Facebook Analytics to optimize engagement and reach.
Pharmacy Technician
ASP Cares Pharmacy
McAllen, Texas
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Performed high-precision aseptic transfers and sterile preparations in a fast-paced specialty environment.
- Managed patient profiles, processed medical insurance claims, and ensured stringent drug storage security.
- Dispensed medications accurately to patients following prescriptions and safety protocols.
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ensuring stock availability.
- Processed medication orders through pharmacy software and maintained records.
- Supported insurance claim processing and resolved billing inquiries efficiently.
Pharmacy Technician
Laredo Specialty Hospital
Laredo, TX
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Prepared high-risk chemotherapy products and IV admixtures under strict clinical standards.
- Optimized hospital workflow through Pyxis replenishment, crash cart readiness, and physician requisition fulfillment.
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ensuring stock availability.
- Processed medication orders through pharmacy software and maintained records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to resolve prescription issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pharmacy work areas regularly.
Pharmacy Technician
El Rio Pharmacy
Laredo, TX
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Dispensed medications accurately to patients following prescriptions and safety protocols.
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ensuring stock availability.
- Processed medication orders through pharmacy software and maintained records.
- Trained new staff on pharmacy procedures and customer service standards.
- Supported insurance claim processing and resolved billing inquiries efficiently.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
Pharmacy Technician
Doctors Hospital Of Laredo
Laredo, TX
12.2013 - 10.2015
- Dispensed medications accurately to patients following prescriptions and safety protocols.
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ensuring stock availability.
- Processed medication orders through pharmacy software and maintained records.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
Pharmacy Technician
Target Pharmacy
McAllen, Texas
10.2013 - 10.2014
- Dispensed medications accurately to patients following prescriptions and safety protocols.
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ensuring stock availability.
- Processed medication orders through pharmacy software and maintained records.
Pharmacy Technician
Hopewell Pharmacy
Edinburg, TX
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Dispensed medications accurately to patients following prescriptions and safety protocols.
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ensuring stock availability.
- Processed medication orders through pharmacy software and maintained records.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pharmacy work areas regularly.
- Supported insurance claim processing and resolved billing inquiries efficiently.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
Education
Certificate - Sterile Compounding & Aseptic Technique
Austin Community College
Austin, TX 03.2014 - 03.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technology
South Texas College
McAllen , TX 08.2009 - 05.2012
United High School
Laredo , TXSkills
Clinical Expertise: ACPE Sterile Compounding, IV/Chemotherapy Preparation, USP & Compliance, and Aseptic Technique
Pharmacy Operations: Pyxis MedStation, MedStation Replenishment, Inventory Logistics, and Crash Cart Readiness
Administrative & WFH: Insurance Adjudication, Prior Authorizations, Electronic Health Records (EHR), and Pharmacy Accounting
Digital Proficiency: Data Analytics (Hootsuite, Google, & Facebook Analytics), Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, and Canva
Soft Skills: Complex Case Management, Patient Advocacy, Crisis Resolution, and Multi-disciplinary Care Coordination
Languages: Fully Bilingual in English and Spanish (Written and Verbal)
Certification
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
Certification Number: 30231095
Expiration Date: May 31, 2027
Registered Pharmacy Technician
Texas State Board of Pharmacy
Registration Number: 199449
Expiration Date: June 30, 2027
IV Certified (ACPE Accredited)
Sterile & Non-Sterile Compounding & Aseptic Technique
Austin Community College
Core Competencies
Clinical Expertise: ACPE Sterile Compounding, IV/Chemotherapy Preparation, USP & Compliance, and Aseptic Technique.
Pharmacy Operations: Pyxis MedStation, MedStation Replenishment, Inventory Logistics, and Crash Cart Readiness.
Administrative & WFH: Insurance Adjudication, Prior Authorizations, Electronic Health Records (EHR), and Pharmacy Accounting.
Digital Proficiency: Data Analytics (Hootsuite, Google, & Facebook Analytics), Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, and Canva.
Soft Skills: Complex Case Management, Patient Advocacy, Crisis Resolution, and Multi-disciplinary Care Coordination.
Languages: Fully Bilingual in English and Spanish (Written and Verbal).
Education Licensure
- Associate of Applied Science in Pharmacy Technology, South Texas College
- Sterile Compounding & Aseptic Technique Certification, Austin Community College
- IV Certified (ACPE), Texas State Board of Pharmacy
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), PTCB
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Accomplishments
- President’s Honor Roll, 2012, South Texas College
- Vice-President’s Honor Roll, 2011, South Texas College
Timeline
Healthcare Coordinator & Advanced Caregiver
Healthcare Coordinator & Advanced Caregiver
07.2020 - 12.2025
Digital Brand Manager
Grow Rite RGV
02.2020 - 07.2021
Pharmacy Technician
ASP Cares Pharmacy
06.2018 - 02.2019
Pharmacy Technician
Laredo Specialty Hospital
10.2015 - 12.2016
Pharmacy Technician
El Rio Pharmacy
06.2014 - 06.2016
Certificate - Sterile Compounding & Aseptic Technique
Austin Community College
03.2014 - 03.2014
Pharmacy Technician
Doctors Hospital Of Laredo
12.2013 - 10.2015
Pharmacy Technician
Target Pharmacy
10.2013 - 10.2014
Pharmacy Technician
Hopewell Pharmacy
07.2012 - 05.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technology
South Texas College
08.2009 - 05.2012
United High School