Kate Burnham
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Accomplished Senior Pharmacy Technician with over 12 years of experience, notably at Banner UMC. Expertise in IV chemotherapy preparation and sterile compounding, with a focus on compliance and quality assurance. Proven ability to lead pharmacy teams and streamline operations, resulting in improved patient outcomes and efficient inventory management. Seeking a Senior Pharmacy Technician position to continue delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion Pharmacy Technician
Amerita Specialty Infusion Services
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing intravenous medications, ensuring accuracy and protocol compliance.
- Managed pharmaceutical inventory by ordering, receiving, and stocking supplies for efficient operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to verify prescription orders, confirming proper dosages and administration instructions.
- Conducted sterile compounding in a cleanroom environment, adhering to USP 797 guidelines for aseptic conditions.
- Provided patient education on medication usage, side effects, and storage to enhance adherence to treatment plans.
- Maintained detailed records of medication preparation and dispensing to support compliance and quality assurance.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing pharmacy services and patient outcomes.
- Aided in training new pharmacy technicians, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
Sterile Compounding Technician
College Pharmacy
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Directed accurate preparation and dispensing of sterile pharmaceutical products within clean-room environment, complying with USP 797 guidelines and upholding rigorous quality control measures to guarantee patient safety and regulatory adherence.
- Maintained a clean and organized compounding environment, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols and regulations.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when reviewing and interpreting physician orders for appropriate dosage forms, strengths, and ingredients required for compounded medications.
- Communicated effectively with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding compound prescriptions and patient needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by preparing high-quality, customized medications tailored to individual needs.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the compounding team.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians and pharmacists to develop efficient workflows for compounding processes.
- Helped maintain detailed documentation of all compounded preparations following established procedures.
- Consistently completed assigned tasks within deadlines while adhering to strict quality control standards.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines governing pharmaceutical compounding processes and procedures.
Pharmacy Technician Instructor
Pima JTED
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Delivered comprehensive instruction in pharmaceutical principles, aligning skill development with state regulations.
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate retention of professional pharmacy practices.
- Facilitated a learning environment emphasizing critical thinking and real-world application of technical knowledge.
Senior Acute Pharmacy Technician
Banner UMC
02.2012 - 10.2023
- Prepared IV chemotherapy, monoclonal antibody therapies, and IV admixtures while adhering to safety protocols.
- Administered gratis drug program, ensuring access to essential treatments for underserved patients.
- Oversaw inventory and purchasing, maintaining optimal stock levels and managing medication returns accurately.
- Supervised pharmacy technicians, enhancing operations through strategic workflow coordination.
- Maintained medication-dispensing equipment and enforced USP 797 standards to support nursing staff.
- Managed Pyxis inventory, including stocking and drawer recovery processes.
Education
Sahuarita High School
Sahuarita, AZSkills
- Customer needs identification
- Options evaluation and analysis
- Adaptability in dynamic environments
- Compassionate communication skills
- Detail-focused approach
- Ability to multitask effectively
- Chemotherapy knowledge and practice
- Compounding of medications (oral and topical)
- Drug security protocols and practices
- Purchasing and procurement expertise
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations
- Strong communication skills
- Leadership experience
- Analytical problem solving
- Time management proficiency
- Collaboration within teams
Certification
- Medication Therapy Management | Power Pak | 2025
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board | Current Certification | 250101030354464
- Colorado State Board of Pharmacy | Current license | PHAT.0017376
- Arizona Department of Education Certificate | Standard Specialized CTE Health Careers, K - 12
Timeline
Infusion Pharmacy Technician
Amerita Specialty Infusion Services
10.2024 - Current
Sterile Compounding Technician
College Pharmacy
05.2024 - 10.2024
Pharmacy Technician Instructor
Pima JTED
08.2022 - 11.2023
Senior Acute Pharmacy Technician
Banner UMC
02.2012 - 10.2023
Sahuarita High School