Gerardo Gonzalez Jr
Mission,TX
Summary
Dedicated hospital pharmacy technician with over two years of inpatient experience in a women's hospital, specializing in sterile IV compounding, Pyxis (ADC) operations, and medication distribution. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with formal training in sterile compounding and exceptional communication skills honed through collaboration with pharmacists and nursing staff. Recognized for unwavering accuracy, composure under pressure, and a commitment to patient safety. Aspiring to enhance clinical impact by pursuing pharmacy school admission, focusing on patient care and efficient pharmacy operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
DHR Women's Hospital
2023.11 - Current
- Compound sterile IV preparations using aseptic technique, supporting safe and timely medication therapy for hospitalized patients.
- Prepare, label, and stage IV doses with careful verification of drug, diluent, concentration, volume, and beyond-use dating; escalate questions to pharmacists when needed.
- Support medication distribution operations: pull, package, and deliver medications to patient care areas while maintaining accuracy, urgency, and professionalism.
- Refill and maintain Pyxis automated dispensing cabinets with organized stocking practices, inventory discipline, and reduced risk of selection errors.
- Use Cerner to support daily workflow and coordination, ensuring accurate medication handling and timely delivery to units.
- Collaborate with pharmacists and nurses to resolve medication needs (missing doses, urgent requests, delivery coordination) while maintaining a patient-safety mindset.
- Train new hires on the night shift, coaching on workflow expectations, Pyxis routines, communication standards, and safety habits in an inpatient environment.
- Maintain HIPAA professionalism and consistent attention to detail; treat every task as part of direct patient care.
- Night Shift
Property Maintenance Assistant
Woodlands Plaza
2015.01 - 2023.11
- Responded to service requests with urgency and professionalism; developed consistency, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Strengthened problem-solving and time management under deadlines and accountability; maintained a safety-first approach.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Mission Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
2017.01 - 2018.01
- Provided direct patient care with emphasis on dignity, safety, and empathy in a long-term care setting.
- Assisted with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, feeding, mobility) while ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, respiratory rate) and communicated meaningful changes to nursing staff.
- Strengthened clinical fundamentals: patient communication, situational awareness, teamwork, and responsibility during demanding shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV)
Edinburg, TX07.2023
Skills
- Sterile compounding (IV admixtures), aseptic technique, cleanroom garbing, workflow discipline
- Medication preparation, labeling, and distribution; STAT prioritization and time-sensitive delivery
- Pyxis automated dispensing cabinet refills, inventory accuracy, and medication selection safety habits
- Health-system tools: Cerner, Pyxis; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Interprofessional collaboration with pharmacists and nursing staff; clear, respectful communication
- Patient safety mindset, high attention to detail, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Workflow optimization
- Medication dispensing
Certification
- Texas Pharmacy Technician Registration - License #331197
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - Certification #30249119 (10/2027)
- National Sterile Compounding Training - 40 hours / 4 CEUs (May 2024)
- Pharmacy Technician Program Certificate - UTRGV Office of Professional Education and Workforce Development (Oct-Dec 2021)
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Patient safety mindset: accuracy over speed, consistent double-check habits, strong escalation judgment
- Calm under pressure: reliable performance on nights and during high-volume workflow demands
- Team-first communication: respectful collaboration with pharmacists and nursing staff
- Coachable and accountable: receptive to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
- Service orientation: understands medication work is patient care
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician
DHR Women's Hospital
2023.11 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Mission Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
2017.01 - 2018.01
Property Maintenance Assistant
Woodlands Plaza
2015.01 - 2023.11
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV)