
Dynamic Certified Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience at Sentara Obici Hospital, excelling in prescription processing and inventory management, completing consults for providers for med cost evaluation and obtaining prior authorizations for medications. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and medication knowledge, while streamlining operations to improve workflow efficiency. Committed to delivering exceptional service and ensuring compliance with pharmacy law and ethics.
*Assisted in coordinating patients to have smooth transition to home with their prescriptions, any needed DME and other necessities.
*Completed physician consults for medication pricing to determine whether cost effective/prohibitive for patient upon discharge
*Initiated prior authorizations for medications providers requested for patients at time of discharge.
*Assisted in filling and dispensing medications accurately to ensure patient safety.
*Maintained inventory management through regular stock assessments and reorder processes.
*Collaborated with pharmacists to verify prescription accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
*Trained new pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent quality of service.
*Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
*Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
*Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns and reconcile payments.
*Increased customer satisfaction by delivering friendly, personalized service during transactions.
*Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
*Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
*Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
*Managed insurance billing and claims processing, streamlining the reimbursement process for patients and pharmacy.
*Contributed to improved patient adherence by providing clear medication instructions and addressing concerns or questions promptly.
*Coordinated communication between healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care transitions between providers or facilities.
*Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
*Coordinated with physicians and insurance agency representatives for speedy resolution of prescription discrepancies.
*Processed medication orders accurately, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and hospital protocols.
*Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock availability and minimizing waste through effective tracking systems.
*Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve medication-related inquiries and enhance patient care quality.
*Led initiatives to streamline pharmacy operations, enhancing workflow efficiency and promoting best practices among staff.
*Prescription Processing: Accurate data entry, interpretation and label generation
*Medication Knowledge: Understanding drug names, uses, classifications, interactions and side effects
*Dosage Calculations: Performing accurate math for dosages
*Pharmacy Software: Proficiency with systems for billing, inventory and patient profiles
*Inventory Management: Ordering, stocking and tracking medications
*Pharmacy Law & Ethics: Knowledge of regulations and ethical standards