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Jennifer Thomson

Rochester,Minnesota

Summary

Experienced pharmacy professional with a proven track record in ensuring accurate prescription fulfillment in high-pressure environments. Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal skills, effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously. Extensive knowledge of pharmacy operations and regulations, contributing to efficient workflow and patient safety. Expertise in high-volume prescription processing, consistently meeting tight deadlines.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist

Mayo Clinic Pharmacy
Rochester, MN
07.2017 - Current
  • Managed procurement of pharmaceutical supplies for efficient inventory management.
  • Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated with vendors to negotiate pricing and delivery schedules.
  • Maintained accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier performance.
  • Trained new staff on purchasing processes and system usage.
  • Monitored stock levels to ensure timely replenishment of essential items.
  • Verified invoices for accuracy prior to payment processing.
  • Monitored delivery schedules to ensure timely receipt of goods or services.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding procurement procedures.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

TARGET/CVS PHARMACY
Rochester, Minnesota
04.2011 - 06.2017
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
  • Worked with insurance companies to process claims, resolve problems and obtain payments.
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
  • Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.
  • Established and updated patient profiles, medications and insurance details.
  • Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
  • Maintained pharmacy inventory by restocking shelves with medications and supplies.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

ST. ALEXIUS HOSPITAL
Bismarck, North Dakota
06.2009 - 04.2011
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing sterile and non-sterile medications.
  • Managed inventory levels and restocked pharmaceutical supplies.
  • Maintained records of medication storage and distribution compliance.
  • Implemented safety protocols for handling hazardous materials in the pharmacy.
  • Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, cleaning spills promptly and properly disposing of waste products.
  • Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas.
  • Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous drugs or materials in accordance with OSHA standards.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

VIA CHRISTI HOSPITAL
Wichita, Kansas
08.2008 - 06.2009
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing sterile and non-sterile medications.
  • Managed inventory levels and restocked pharmaceutical supplies.
  • Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
  • Dispensed medications accurately to patients and healthcare staff.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, cleaning spills promptly and properly disposing of waste products.

Certified Pharmacy Tech

THRIFTY WHITE DRUG
Mound, Minnesota
05.1999 - 06.2008
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
  • Worked with insurance companies to process claims, resolve problems and obtain payments.
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
  • Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.
  • Established and updated patient profiles, medications and insurance details.
  • Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
  • Maintained pharmacy inventory by restocking shelves with medications and supplies.

Education

Pharmacy Technician -

Northwest Technical College
Wadena, Minnesota
04.1999

High School Diploma -

Fergus Falls Senior High
Fergus Falls, Minnesota
06.1997

Skills

  • Multitasking capacity
  • Inventory management skills
  • Teamwork
  • Order processing
  • Prescription preparation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Insurance processing
  • Customer service
  • Data entry accuracy
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Pharmacy operations
  • Secure storage of medications
  • Manual and automated medication dispensing
  • Pharmacy law compliance
  • Supply restocking
  • Processing payments
  • Proper labeling procedures
  • HIPAA
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Insurance reconciliation
  • Answering customer questions

Timeline

Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist

Mayo Clinic Pharmacy
07.2017 - Current

Certified Pharmacy Technician

TARGET/CVS PHARMACY
04.2011 - 06.2017

Certified Pharmacy Technician

ST. ALEXIUS HOSPITAL
06.2009 - 04.2011

Certified Pharmacy Technician

VIA CHRISTI HOSPITAL
08.2008 - 06.2009

Certified Pharmacy Tech

THRIFTY WHITE DRUG
05.1999 - 06.2008

Pharmacy Technician -

Northwest Technical College

High School Diploma -

Fergus Falls Senior High

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