Jason Sieka
San Jose,CA
Summary
At Walgreens Pharmacy, I excelled as a Sr. Specialty Pharmacy Technician, mastering specialty billing and showcasing exceptional teamwork. My analytical prowess improved operational efficiencies, while my commitment to continuous learning ensured adherence to URAC standards. Skilled in high-value medication management and patient logistics, my achievements reflect a blend of technical expertise and collaborative spirit.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Specialty Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy
02.2016 - Current
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to resolve billing discrepancies or obtain prior authorizations for specialty medications promptly.
- Participated in continuous professional development through training programs, workshops, and conferences to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Ensured optimal shipment practices in mail-order delivery and in-transit storage of highly sensitive specialty medications
- Demonstrated diligence in full circle process of prior authorizations utilizing patient chart note documentation
- Collaborated with multiple providers and offices to facilitate excellent patient care
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
09.2020 - 11.2023
- Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
- Maintained and updated patient records, prescription information and patient data in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Supervised junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices in pharmaceutical processes and procedures.
- Optimized inventory management, regularly reviewing stock levels and placing timely orders to prevent shortages or overstocking issues.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by streamlining prescription processing and medication dispensing procedures.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Assisted in conducting periodic audits to ensure adherence to established policies, reporting discrepancies for corrective action.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
02.2016 - 08.2020
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Education
Chemical Engineering -
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA06-2029
Pharmacy Technician License -
San Diego Job Corps
Imperial Beach, CA11.2015
Skills
- Specialty Billing Expertise
- High-Value Medication Inventory Management
- Patient Logistics Coordination
- Upholding URAC Standards for LDD Contracts
- Comprehensive Care Documentation Practices
- Asembia-1 Pharmacy Data Management
- Specialized Drug Distribution/Billing for Multiple Medical Fields including but not limited to: osteology, rheumatology, oncology, gastroenterology, and nephrology
- Actionable knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation for The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, Department of Human Services (DHS)
- Actionable knowledge of Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Laws
- Proper adherence to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) organization practices
Certification
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) 03/2017-03/2025
Additional Information
Selected by Walgreens to travel on a 2-week business trip to the state of Michigan. Participated a key role in the Rite Aid acquisition by Walgreens, overseeing the seamless data transfer of 500+ patients into the Walgreens organization. Exhibited detail-oriented work ethic in ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the integration process, which required cross-functional coordination. Demonstrated exceptional project management skills in a high-pressure environment, contributing to the successful completion of this large-scale company acquisition.
Timeline
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
09.2020 - 11.2023
Sr. Specialty Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy
02.2016 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
02.2016 - 08.2020
Chemical Engineering -
San Jose State University
Pharmacy Technician License -
San Diego Job Corps
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