Josh Lopez
Topeka
Summary
Experienced with pharmaceutical procurement, demonstrating exceptional skill in maintaining optimal inventory levels. Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and supply chain logistics essential for ensuring seamless operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Buyer
UKHS St. Francis Campus
Topeka, KS
09.2024 - Current
- Managed procurement processes for pharmaceutical supplies, ensuring timely availability and compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed market trends to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels accordingly.
- Monitored inventory systems, utilizing BD Logistics and HSIO for efficient stock management and reporting.
- Assisted in the implementation of BD Logistics, leading to increased efficiency in order processing and inventory management.
- Analyzed historical usage data to forecast future demand accurately, preventing stockouts and overstock situations.
- Reduced medication waste by closely monitoring stock levels and coordinating timely purchases to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Coordinated returns of expired or damaged medications according to established protocols, minimizing financial losses for the organization.
Medication Recovery Coordinator
UKHS St. Francis Campus
Topeka, KS
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Oversaw the buying of chemotherapy and hazardous medications for UKHS St. Francis Cancer Center, ensuring timely and accurate procurement
- Assisted in compounding chemotherapies and hazardous medication, maintaining strict safety and quality standards
- Coordinated enrollments and the shipping of medication for patients utilizing PAP programs, improving patient access to essential treatments
Certified Pharmacy Technician
The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
Topeka, KS
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Compounded IV medication utilizing aseptic technique
- Compounded hazardous and chemotherapy medications in line with regulation from USP 800
- Assisted in the timely deliver of medication to appropriate locations
- Helped maintain proper inventory levels in Pyxis machines throughout the hospital
Pharmacy Technician
Stormont Vail Hospital
Topeka, KS
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Assisted pharmacist in preparation and dispensing of medication in a hospital environment: including compounding medications in both a sterile and non-sterile environment, assisting with inventory management of drug dispensing units throughout the hospital and assisting with the compounding and distribution of vaccinations in a clinic environment.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Topeka, KS
02.2016 - 10.2020
- Provide basic pharmacy technician services to patients including typing prescriptions, filling medications, and handling insurance issues regarding medications.
Service Clerk/Photo Specialist
Walgreens
Topeka, KS
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Provided service to customers. Ran registers, assisted in stocking shelves, and helped to maintain proper inventory levels. Assisted customers in printing photos and making various photo related products.
Education
High School -
Shawnee High School
Topeka, KS05-2015
Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Pharmacy Tech
- PTCB
- Hospital Experience
- Computer literacy
- Compounding Medications
- Inventory management
- Order Entry
- Typing
- Experience with Pyxis and Omnicell ADUs
- Proficiency with BD Logistics and HSIO
Certification
- Pharmacy Technician February 2016 to Present
- PTCB Certification
Timeline
Pharmacy Buyer
UKHS St. Francis Campus
09.2024 - Current
Medication Recovery Coordinator
UKHS St. Francis Campus
02.2022 - 09.2024
Certified Pharmacy Technician
The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus
11.2021 - 02.2022
Pharmacy Technician
Stormont Vail Hospital
08.2018 - 11.2021
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
02.2016 - 10.2020
Service Clerk/Photo Specialist
Walgreens
02.2014 - 02.2016
High School -
Shawnee High School