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Kathryn McKenna

Conroe,TX

Summary

Adept at pharmacology and delivering compassionate care, I significantly enhanced patient experience and efficiency at Conception Pharmacy and Walgreens. Developed training materials and streamlined workflows, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and direct patient care skills. Achieved notable improvements in operations and patient satisfaction, underscoring my commitment to excellence in delivering high-quality patient outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacy Technician/Patient Care Coordinator

Conception Pharmacy
01.2016 - 12.2020

At a boutique fertility pharmacy, I was responsible for accurate dispensing, fast delivery, and competitive pricing strategy while offering compassionate support for patients in their most vulnerable time. I’m proud of streamlining operations by developing checklists, talk scripts, and training materials to support a higher quality patient experience.

  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.

Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
01.2009 - 12.2016

I oversaw operations, led and trained junior staff, resolved complex issues, coordinated with providers, and streamlined workflows to improve efficiency and patient care in a fast paced, high-volume business.

  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies and reduce instances of stockouts or expired medications on pharmacy shelves.

Education

GED -

State of California
Hesperia, CA

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lonestar College North Harris ADN Program
Houston, Texas
01-2025

Skills

  • Pharmacology knowledge
  • HIPAA
  • Drug Inventory Management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate Care
  • Workflow and Patient Management

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified by American Heart Association

Timeline

Pharmacy Technician/Patient Care Coordinator

Conception Pharmacy
01.2016 - 12.2020

Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
01.2009 - 12.2016

GED -

State of California

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lonestar College North Harris ADN Program
Kathryn McKenna