John Ross Salango
Cypress
Summary
Quality-focused operations and pharmaceutical professional with extensive experience in sterile and non-sterile compounding. Proven track record of ensuring strict compliance with USP , , and standards within regulated environments. Expert in maintaining cGMP/FDA documentation, performing quality audits, and scaling production while maintaining 100% quality assurance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Formulation Technician
Empower Pharmacy
Houston
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Prepared sterile compounded medications, including IV formulations, in ISO Class 5 environments, adhering to USP and standards for aseptic technique and contamination control.
- Increased sterile batch production output from 20L to 100L while ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Supported environmental monitoring programs through surface sampling and viable air monitoring, ensuring ISO classification compliance in sterile compounding areas.
- Participated in CAPA investigations and deviation reporting, improving process efficiency and audit readiness in sterile compounding operations.
- Maintained accurate batch documentation and performed thorough reviews to ensure compliance with USP requirements and procedural integrity.
Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
Cypress
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Processed prescriptions while adhering to regulatory compliance and standard operating procedures, ensuring documentation accuracy throughout the medication preparation and dispensing process.
- Maintained meticulous patient records, demonstrating strong attention to detail and organizational skills to support compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Managed inventory and restocking procedures, optimizing medication storage to enhance operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Hospital Pharmacy Intern
Notre Dame de Chartres Hospital
Baguio City
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Facilitated medication dispensing and preparation per hospital regulations, enhancing accuracy and safety in clinical environment.
- Organized medication inventory, ensuring detail orientation and collaboration with nursing staff for safe medication administration.
Manufacturing Pharmacy Intern
Pervil Cosmetics
Nueva Ecija
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Compounded formulations in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain high-quality standards
- Conducted Quality Assurance checks to ensure compliance with cGMP regulations
- Supported packaging and labeling processes while adhering to documentation accuracy requirements
Retail Pharmacy Intern
Mercury Drug Store
Baguio City
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Dispensed medications accurately, prioritizing patient safety and adherence to regulatory standards
- Managed inventory to optimize pharmacy operations and streamline workflow
- Provided patient support by answering medication-related inquiries effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Saint Louis University
Baguio City, Philippines03-2018
Skills
- USP / sterile compounding compliance
- Category 2 & 3 Compounded Sterile Product (CSP) preparation
- Aseptic technique in ISO-classified environments
- Batch record documentation and verification
- Environmental monitoring support (ISO 5/7/8)
- Deviation identification and QA reporting support
- Cleanroom operations and contamination control
- SOP adherence and regulatory compliance awareness
- Quality-focused sterile workflow execution
Certification
- Sterile Compounding & Aseptic Technique
- Asana Foundations Certification
- PTCB Certification
Timeline
Sterile Formulation Technician
Empower Pharmacy
01.2019 - 10.2020
Pharmacy Technician
Walmart
04.2018 - 12.2018
Hospital Pharmacy Intern
Notre Dame de Chartres Hospital
04.2016 - 06.2017
Manufacturing Pharmacy Intern
Pervil Cosmetics
04.2015 - 06.2016
Retail Pharmacy Intern
Mercury Drug Store
04.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Saint Louis University