Jennifer Wilson
Cedar Rapids
Summary
Experienced pharmacy technician with 25 years of experience in hospital pharmacy operations, specializing in purchasing and inventory management. Proven expertise in medication procurement, vendor coordination, and compounding processes. Seeking to expand knowledge and responsibilities within the healthcare industry, specifically in pharmacy operations, purchasing, and supply chain management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Buyer - Pharmacy
UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids
11.2011 - Current
- Purchase medications, fluids, and pharmacy supplies to support high-quality patient care.
- Collaborate with multiple vendors, internal departments, and clinical teams to ensure timely and accurate medication supply.
- Maintain compliance with all medication procurement laws, regulations, policies, and safety standards.
- Analyze inventory levels, shortages, backorders, and budget considerations to maintain efficient stock levels.
- Trained new staff on procurement procedures and best practices.
- Serve as a trained pharmacy technician, as needed, to support workflow and staffing needs.
- Assist in maintaining automated dispensing machines and inventory data accuracy.
Pharmacy Technician Specialist
UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids
03.1997 - 11.2011
- Prepared and dispensed medications according to established protocols.
- Trained new staff on pharmacy procedures and best practices.
- Prepared intravenous mixtures using aseptic techniques under supervision of a pharmacist.
- Refilled automated dispensing machines (ADMs).
- Supported the pharmacist in daily clinical and operational functions to ensure safe and effective medication distribution.
- Maintained accurate documentation and compliance with hospital and regulatory requirements.
Education
Certified Pharmacy Technician -
PTCB
01-2008
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Cedar Rapids, IA05-1993
Associate Of Science (AS) - Science
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
- Medication purchasing and procurement
- Vendor and supplier coordination
- Inventory management & supply chain process
- Sterile and nonsterile compounding
- Automated dispensing machine (ADM) support
- Regulatory compliance (state, federal, and organizational)
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, and OneNote experience
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to float and support pharmacy technician duties
- Attention to detail
- Multi-tasking to maximize time management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Inventory Buyer - Pharmacy
UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids
11.2011 - Current
Pharmacy Technician Specialist
UnityPoint Health - Cedar Rapids
03.1997 - 11.2011
Certified Pharmacy Technician -
PTCB
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Associate Of Science (AS) - Science
Kirkwood Community College