HEATHER PARRY
Saint Cloud,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly skilled Pharmacy Buyer and Technician with over 15 years of experience in inventory management, procurement, and medication compounding within healthcare settings. Proven expertise in managing multimillion-dollar pharmaceutical inventories, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and optimizing supply chain processes. Adept at coordinating orders, conducting staff training, and supporting accreditation initiatives. Strong communicator and team leader committed to enhancing operational efficiency and patient safety through meticulous attention to detail and effective collaboration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PHARMACY BUYER III
Adventhealth Infusion Center
Celebration
04.2023 - Current
- Purchases and maintains a multimillion-dollar inventory.
- Researching products and suppliers.
- Efficiently manages medication orders to uphold appropriate par levels in the pharmacy, while ensuring compliance with 340B/GPO contracts.
- Daily reconciliation of invoices with a high level of accuracy to facilitate seamless financial processes.
- Skillfully performs medication inventories, ensuring precise preparation and dispensing of patient-specific medication doses.
- Searches for hard-to-find drugs and keeps the department manager informed of status.
- Distributes supplies in the proper location under proper storage conditions.
- Prepares and places drug orders with multiple manufacturers and wholesalers.
- Undertakes special projects and assignments as directed by the Pharmacy Manager, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
- Mentors new staff and actively contributes to training initiatives, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Supports regulatory compliance initiatives and actively engages in institutional accreditation processes.
- Proficient in sterile compounding both hazardous and non-hazardous medications, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Conducts monthly inspections of assigned medication areas, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN III
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL
05.2019 - 03.2023
- Proficient in chemotherapy compounding for both inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring accurate preparation and adherence to safety protocols.
- Skillfully managed the tracking and removal of outdated medications, optimizing inventory control.
- Effectively handled a high volume of phone calls across 10+ lines, demonstrating strong communication and multitasking abilities.
- Utilized Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for efficient data management and analysis.
- Conducted employee training sessions to ensure team members were well-equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
- Competent in using Outlook for effective communication and coordination within the workplace.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST
Atlanticare
Galloway, NJ
09.2009 - 01.2017
- Extensive experience in pharmacy procurement, including 340B program management (3 years)
- Responsible for purchasing pharmacy supplies, with a focus on IV materials and medications
- Procurement of supplies from OfficeMax
- Efficient management of medication inventory and oversight of the narcotic vault inventory
- Inpatient IV and chemotherapy compounding expertise
- Proficient in handling phone calls across 12+ lines
- Conducted employee training sessions
- Skilled in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Regularly maintained the monthly pharmacy technician schedule for a team of over 30 employees
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management
Western Governors University
Associate of Arts Degree - undefined
Valencia College
12.2023
High school diploma - undefined
Oakcrest High School
06.2007
Skills
- Drug Inventory Management
- Placing/tracking orders
- Epic/Willow
- Coordinating deliveries
- Supply Restocking
- Communication
- New Hire Onboarding
- Purchasing strategies
- Supplier relations
- Demand forecasting
- Budget planning
Certification
- Florida State Board of Pharmacy Registered, Pharmacy Technician
- PTCB Certification
Timeline
PHARMACY BUYER III
Adventhealth Infusion Center
04.2023 - Current
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN III
Orlando Health
05.2019 - 03.2023
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST
Atlanticare
09.2009 - 01.2017
Associate of Arts Degree - undefined
Valencia College
High school diploma - undefined
Oakcrest High School
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management
Western Governors University