Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Getachew Adhena

Chicago,IL

Summary

Enthusiastic Pharmacy Intern with success in promoting positive patient experiences through compassion, quality care and clinical support. Desiring internship role in Intern pharmacy to continue building upon academic training. Competent Pharmacy intern experienced in working with individuals and healthcare staff to help treat symptoms and resolve medical concerns. Well-versed in proper dosage, timing and storage requirements to maintain medication efficacy. Communicate effectively with east African immigrant populations by using basic regional language. Patient-oriented Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience preparing, filling and labeling medications. Highly skilled at processing prescriptions and managing pharmacy inventory. Well-versed in interacting with patients to answer questions and provide status updates on prescription fills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacy Intern

Walgreen's Pharmacy
Chicago, IL
03.2020 - 04.2022
  • Supported timely and proper processing of prescriptions in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
  • Advised patients regarding proper use of new medications and OTC products.
  • Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
  • Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Entered patient's information into computer system and updated existing data.
  • Used pharmacy software to verify prescription and insurance information.
  • Checked pharmacy area regularly to ensure it was kept neat, clean and free of debris.
  • Delivered personable customer service at pharmacy drop-off and pick-up counters.
  • Answered customer questions regarding refills, insurance troubleshooting and status updates on prescriptions.
  • Entered data and prescriptions into patient profiles using [Software].
  • Followed company guidelines for scanning and keying in items.
  • Secured drugs against theft, loss or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
  • Notified management of customer or employee accidents.

Forklift Operator

USPS
Eagan, MN
10.2014 - 09.2017
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.

Barista

Starbucks
Minneapolis, MN
06.2011 - 10.2014
  • Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
  • Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
  • Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines to pass state inspections.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty.
  • Created complex, hand-crafted beverages based upon customer preferences.
  • Memorized official and off-menu coffee and tea preparations.
  • Supported highest standards of conduct and service to support company reputation.
  • Received and accurately processed customer payments.
  • Restocked self-service area with sweeteners, stir sticks and coffee cup sleeves.
  • Prepared and served hot or cold beverages.
  • Input orders into point of sale system and handled customer payments.
  • Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators or heating equipment to verify proper functioning.

Education

Bachelor of Science - International Public Health

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12-2024

Associate of Applied Science - Chemistry

Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MN
09.2017

Skills

  • Automated medication dispensing
  • Filling prescription orders
  • Pharmaceutical needs
  • Electronic prescription review
  • Calculating doses
  • Monthly narcotic inventories
  • Obesity prevention
  • Vaccinations
  • Community Service

Languages

Amharic
Native/ Bilingual
Tigrigna
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Accomplishments

  • Recognized as Employee of the month for outstanding performance and team contributions.
  • Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.

Affiliations

  • Maintain GPA > 3.5 at Arizona State University

Certification

  • Certified Pharmacy Technician since 2017

Timeline

Pharmacy Intern

Walgreen's Pharmacy
03.2020 - 04.2022

Forklift Operator

USPS
10.2014 - 09.2017

Barista

Starbucks
06.2011 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Science - International Public Health

Arizona State University

Associate of Applied Science - Chemistry

Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Getachew Adhena