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Regulatory Compliance Technician

Karen K McKinnon

CompleteRx
GREENVILLE,TX
Karen K McKinnon

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

Remote

Minimum Desired Compensation

$72000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchCareer advancementCompany Culture
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience

Detail-oriented professional with deep experience in pharmacy compliance, sterile compounding, and regulatory audits. Known for accurate reporting, thorough risk assessments, and clear documentation. Consistently partnered with cross-functional teams to improve procedures and support strong compliance outcomes.

Work History

Regulatory Compliance Analyst

3 Years 5 Months
CompleteRx | 05.2023 - Current
  • Monitored regulatory changes and updated internal documentation to maintain policy accuracy.
  • Analyzed compliance data to detect trends, exceptions, and recurring process risks.
  • Reviewed pharmacy compliance processes to identify gaps and align procedures with federal and state regulations.
  • Supported audit preparation by gathering records, validating files, and organizing required documentation.
  • Coordinated corrective action follow-up to resolve findings and improve control adherence.
  • Maintained accurate records for investigations, training, and regulatory reporting requirements.
  • Improved regulatory compliance levels by conducting thorough risk assessments and developing effective control measures.
  • Tracked policy implementation issues and recommended process improvements to strengthen regulatory adherence.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to clarify compliance expectations and support procedure updates.
  • Assisted with development of compliance objectives and strategies.
  • Developed and implemented corrective action plans for non-compliance issues.
  • Conducted periodic compliance audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement.

Senior Pharmacy Technician

4 Years
CompleteRx | 10.2022 - Current
  • Prepared medications and sterile products under pharmacist supervision, following hospital safety and accuracy standards.
  • Managed medication inventory, restocking, and expiration checks to support uninterrupted pharmacy operations.
  • Coordinated with nurses and pharmacists to resolve dispensing issues and prioritize urgent medication needs.
  • Maintained compliance with USP, controlled substance, and facility documentation requirements.
  • Trained new pharmacy technicians on workflow procedures, medication handling, and system navigation.
  • Reduced medication errors by meticulously verifying prescription information and conducting thorough drug interaction checks.
  • Improved patient safety by ensuring accurate medication dispensing and proper dosage calculations.
  • Maintained a clean and organized pharmacy environment, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
  • Demonstrated expertise in compounding medications, delivering high-quality custom formulations for patients'' unique needs.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.

Senior Pharmacy Technician

12 Years 9 Months
Texas Oncology | 01.2009 - 10.2021
  • Audited pharmacy records and replenishment processes to support quality control and regulatory readiness.
  • Supervised sterile compounding workflow to maintain accuracy and compliance with USP standards.
  • Prepared IV admixtures using aseptic technique for timely patient-specific medication delivery.
  • Verified ingredient selection and labeling to reduce compounding errors and support pharmacist review.
  • Compounded sterile IV preparations using aseptic technique and USP compliance standards.
  • Verified medication orders for accuracy before preparing IV admixtures.
  • Maintained cleanroom sanitation, garbing, and hood workflow to support contamination control.
  • Prepared TPN, antibiotics, and other IV solutions according to pharmacy protocols.
  • Tracked IV inventory, expiring products, and supply levels to prevent shortages.
  • Documented compounding activities in pharmacy systems with precise recordkeeping.
  • Coordinated with pharmacists and nursing teams to resolve medication preparation issues.
  • Streamlined pharmacy operations by implementing efficient medication storage and retrieval systems.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently verifying prescription information and dosage calculations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in specialty areas such as oncology or pediatrics through targeted training programs leading to enhanced patient care.
  • Contributed to regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records for controlled substances and conducting periodic audits.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to strict sterile compounding procedures and following infection control protocols.
  • Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
  • Developed and implemented improvements to pharmacy organization system.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Data Analysis

University of North Texas | Denton, TX | 05-2024
  • Honoree of Honor Society - May 2022
  • Professional Development: Data Analysis, Statistics, Organizational Management, Conflict Resolution, Technical Communications

Skills

Compliance oversight
Regulatory reporting
Regulatory audit
Document review
Detail orientation
Problem-solving
Multitasking
Team collaboration
Time management
Reliability

Certification

  • CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
  • IV and Sterile Compounding License
  • IV Chemotherapy and Hazardous Drug Compounding

Timeline

Regulatory Compliance Analyst

CompleteRx
05.2023 - CurrentRead More

Senior Pharmacy Technician

CompleteRx
10.2022 - CurrentRead More

Senior Pharmacy Technician

Texas Oncology
01.2009 - 10.2021Read More

University of North Texas

Bachelor of Science from Data Analysis
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Karen K McKinnonRegulatory Compliance Technician