Experienced with preparing and dispensing medications accurately and efficiently. Utilizes strong organizational skills to manage inventory and maintain compliance with regulations. Knowledge of working collaboratively with pharmacists and healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient care.
• Prepare and distribute inpatient medications in alignment with hospital pharmacy protocols and patient safety standards.
• Perform IV admixture preparation and sterile compounding in compliance with USP 797/800 regulations, ensuring medication sterility and integrity.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams, including pharmacists, nurses, and physicians, to ensure accurate and timely medication delivery.
• Managed medication inventory, ensuring availability of crash cart supplies, controlled substances, and emergency medications.
• Assisted with medication reconciliation to identify discrepancies and support initiatives aimed at reducing medication errors and improving patient care.
• Led training and mentorship for newly hired pharmacy technicians, enhancing accuracy and compliance in operational processes.
• Educated staff on prescription processing, patient safety protocols, and pharmacy regulations, promoting a culture of excellence.
• Identified workflow improvement opportunities, streamlining operations to enhance team performance and customer satisfaction.
• Provide patient counseling on medication use, side effects, and dosage instructions, enhancing patient understanding and adherence.
• Managed inventory control to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure safe handling of expired or recalled medications.
• Counseled patients on medication use, side effects, and dosage instructions, improving patient understanding and adherence.
• Assisted in non-sterile and sterile compounding preparations.
• Prepared and dispensed prescriptions under the supervision of licensed pharmacists, maintaining accuracy and safety.
• Managed medication inventory and organized pharmacy shelves to uphold compliance with company and regulatory guidelines.
• Provided exceptional customer service by resolving patient inquiries and fostering positive healthcare experiences.
• Maintained strict adherence to FDA, HIPAA, and pharmacy standards to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) — Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
• IV Certification — Sterile Compounding & Aseptic Techniques
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• Inpatient Medication Distribution & Unit Dose Systems
• IV Admixture, Sterile Compounding, and Hazardous Drug Handling (USP 797/800)
• High-Risk Medication Management & Crash Cart Preparation
• Medication Reconciliation & Error Prevention
• Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Healthcare Teams
• Compliance with Hospital, State, and Federal Regulations