Heather Guise
Lewisville,NC
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Buyer
Atrium Health High Point Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively, prioritizing essential medications and ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions.
- Improved pharmacy inventory management by implementing strategic purchasing practices.
- Reduced medication waste by closely monitoring stock levels and coordinating timely purchases to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Coordinated returns of expired or damaged medications according to established protocols, minimizing financial losses for the organization.
- Worked closely with other departments within the organization to address supply chain issues or concerns promptly.
- Assisted in the implementation of new pharmacy software systems, leading to increased efficiency in order processing and inventory management.
- Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.
- Ordered supplies needed for pharmacy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
- ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to procurement.
Omnicell Pak-Plus Technician
Omnicell, Inc
03.2013 - 07.2021
- Conducted and managed the barcode packaging of all unit-dosed medications for daily dispensing.
- Maintained and monitored bulk bottle inventory levels, consumable supplies, and prescribed maintenance of packaging equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new PRN technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Managed quality control and maintained high level customer satisfaction.
Retail Pharmacy Technician
CVS
09.2012 - 02.2013
- Managed high-stress situations calmly under pressure while prioritizing time-sensitive tasks to maintain seamless pharmacy operations amid unexpected challenges.
- Provided compassionate patient care by listening attentively to customers'' needs while respecting their privacy rights regarding sensitive medical information.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to optimize workflow and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management tasks, including ordering medications, restocking shelves, and conducting regular audits to minimize discrepancies and prevent stockouts.
- Expedited wait times for patients by effectively multitasking among various responsibilities such as handling phone inquiries or greeting walk-in customers without compromising accuracy or quality of service.
- Supported pharmacy operations by preparing medication labels, packaging medications, and assembling daily dosage packs for patients.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
- Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
- Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
IV Clean Room Supervisor
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2012
- Monitored and maintained an organized clean sterile IV clean room with accordance to USP-797 regulations.
- Responsible for administering AGAR plate finger test and media test for all sterile compounding personal.
- Assisted Pharmacist in the training and batching of IV mixing within the clean room.
- Worked side by side with the Purchasing and Inventory Control Coordinator.
- Performing purchasing, receiving, billing, and inventory control functions.
Hospital Pharmacy Technician
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
08.2003 - 05.2008
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
- Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality of service across the entire team.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Aided pharmacists in preparing sterile compounding products for IV administration using aseptic techniques.
- Contributed to team meetings, offering insights for optimizing workflow.
Education
GED -
Thomas R.Procter High School
Utica, NY06.1998
Skills
- Purchasing strategies
- Purchase Order Management
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Self Motivation
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Pharmacy Buyer
Atrium Health High Point Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Omnicell Pak-Plus Technician
Omnicell, Inc
03.2013 - 07.2021
Retail Pharmacy Technician
CVS
09.2012 - 02.2013
IV Clean Room Supervisor
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
05.2008 - 06.2012
Hospital Pharmacy Technician
St. Elizabeth Medical Center
08.2003 - 05.2008
GED -
Thomas R.Procter High School
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