Jay Richardson
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Certified Pharmacy Technician with over 12 years of experience specializing in inventory operations across both inpatient and outpatient settings. Proven track record in medication procurement, stock management, invoice verification, and regulatory compliance. Skilled in operating pharmacy systems such as Pyxis and Cerner, preparing IV admixtures, and collaborating closely with pharmacists to streamline operations. Recognized for precision, reliability, and strong leadership in training and supporting pharmacy teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician II
Bon Secours Hospital (Emergency Department)
Richmond, VA
12.2021 - Current
- Support pharmacists in accurately dispensing medications and verifying patient data.
- Manage inventory operations, stock receiving, and invoice validation.
- Prepare and label medications including unit-dose and prepackaged prescriptions.
- Generate medication usage reports and maintain compliance with safety protocols.
- Facilitate insurance claim support and assist with billing operations.
- Perform administrative tasks including data entry, filing, and stock rotation.
Inpatient Certified Pharmacy Technician
VCU Health System
Richmond, VA
12.2017 - 12.2020
- Maintained and restocked Pyxis automated dispensing units.
- Prepared IV admixtures under sterile conditions, including hazardous medications.
- Verified medication orders and ensured alignment with hospital formulary.
- Assisted with night shift operations and trained new technicians.
- Supported utilization data collection and inventory metrics reporting.
Senior Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
Richmond, VA
07.2013 - 12.2017
- Handled daily inventory orders, storage, and returns for damaged/expired stock.
- Provided high-level customer service and resolved third-party insurance issues.
- Supervised pharmacy technician activities and ensured procedural compliance.
- Updated patient records and maintained accurate insurance information.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Health Sciences
Bryant & Stratton College
Skills
- Cerner Pharmacy Systems
- Pyxis MedStation
- Microsoft Excel & Data Entry
- Inventory Tracking Software
Certification
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
- [Include certifying body and expiration date, if applicable]
Core Competencies
- Inventory & Purchasing Management
- Invoice Verification & Contract Pricing
- Cerner & Pyxis System Proficiency
- Medication Storage & Distribution
- IV Admixture & Aseptic Technique
- Regulatory Compliance
- Insurance Billing Support
- Data Reporting & Analysis
- Team Training & Supervision
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician II
Bon Secours Hospital (Emergency Department)
12.2021 - Current
Inpatient Certified Pharmacy Technician
VCU Health System
12.2017 - 12.2020
Senior Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
07.2013 - 12.2017
Associate Degree In Nursing - Health Sciences
Bryant & Stratton College