Karina Sanchez Galvan

Motivated and bilingual Pharmacy Technician Trainee completing a one-year accredited program at Wenatchee Valley College, with expected graduation in August 2025. Fluent in English and Spanish, with a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive, patient-focused approach. Possesses foundational knowledge in pharmaceutical terminology, drug interactions, and medication preparation, with hands-on experience in both outpatient and inpatient pharmacy settings. Particularly interested in hospital pharmacy environments, including IV compounding and automated dispensing systems. Committed to ensuring accurate medication dispensing, supporting patient care, and continually advancing clinical knowledge. Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

• Apexus 340B Certificate July 2025 to Present
• CPR/First Aid March 2021 to Present
• Pharmacy Assistant License May 2025 to May 2026

Outpatient Pharmacy Externship

Confluence Health, Wenatchee, WA
June 2025 – June 2025

• Assisted in preparing and filling outpatient prescriptions under pharmacist supervision.
• Re-shelved medications accurately and maintained inventory organization.
• Observed and learned customer service procedures, including verifying patient information and processing pickups.
• Gained hands-on experience in dispensing by assisting with a patient pickup under staff guidance.

Inpatient Pharmacy 

Confluence Health, Wenatchee, WA
July 2025 – July 2025

• Delivered medications to patient rooms across various hospital units in a timely and secure manner.
• Restocked Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets to maintain unit readiness.
• Pulled first-dose medications and returned unused or discontinued meds for reprocessing.
• Shadowed IV room technicians during sterile compounding procedures and assisted with prep work as permitted.
• Provided general support to pharmacy staff, contributing to efficient medication distribution.

340B/Prior Authorization/Home Infusion

Confluence Health, Wenatchee, WA
August 2025 – August 2025

• Completed Apexus 340B Certificate Program, gaining knowledge of 340B drug pricing and program compliance.
• Learned how 340B purchasing supports underserved populations and observed medication procurement processes.
• Observed the prior authorization process, including documentation and communication with insurance providers for non-covered medications.
• Gained exposure to home infusion pharmacy, including sterile compounding and preparation of IV medications for patient administration.
• Shadowed pharmacy staff during compounding procedures, enhancing understanding of aseptic techniques and infusion therapy protocols.