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Kathryn Ellen Hammonds

Pawleys Island,SC

Summary

Driven Pharmacy Technician with proven track record and success in building strong relationships with patients and clients. Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality assurance and control standards when filling prescriptions. Capable pharmacy team member proficient in assisting pharmacists with preparing prescriptions and meeting customer needs. Safety-oriented and well-organized with solid experience coordinating with insurance providers, prescribers and individuals to address issues. Good relationship-building and multitasking skills. Accomplished and certified Pharmacy Technician with over 24 years of experience in retail pharmacy environments for major national chains. Practiced at offering medications to patients, offering information to patients and communicating with healthcare professionals. Knowledgeable about FDA drug safety guidelines, prescription interactions and pharmacy law. Dependable and effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Driven Pharmacy Technician with 24 years of experience and success in working within fast-paced retail pharmacy settings. Highly proficient in accurately filling and labeling prescriptions, maintaining drug inventories and updating pharmacy records. Excited to bring talent and record of excellence in customer service to growing pharmacy. Experienced Pharmacy Technician knowledgeable in all facets of pharmacy operations, eager to bring talent and expertise to this company. Successful in quickly and accurately filling prescription orders and building relationships with customers for sustained business growth and customer retention. Team-oriented and dedicated to collaboratively delivering exceptional customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Accomplished and certified Pharmacy Technician with over 24 years of experience in retail pharmacy environments for major national chains. Practiced at offering medications to patients, offering information to patients and communicating with healthcare professionals. Knowledgeable about FDA drug safety guidelines, prescription interactions and pharmacy law. Accomplished and certified Pharmacy Technician with over 24 years of experience in retail pharmacy environments for major national chains. Practiced at offering medications to patients, offering information to patients and communicating with healthcare professionals. Knowledgeable about FDA drug safety guidelines, prescription interactions and pharmacy law. Dependable and effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Driven Pharmacy Technician with 24 years of experience and success in working within fast-paced pharmacy settings. Highly proficient in accurately filling and labeling prescriptions, maintaining drug inventories and updating pharmacy records. Excited to bring talent and record of excellence in customer service to growing pharmacy. Experienced Pharmacy Technician knowledgeable in all facets of pharmacy operations, eager to bring talent and expertise to. Successful in quickly and accurately filling prescription orders and building relationships with customers for sustained business growth and customer retention. Team-oriented and dedicated to collaboratively delivering exceptional customer service. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Pawleys Island Pharmacy
09.2014 - 05.2023
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Pawleys Island Pharmacy
02.1999 - 12.2013
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
  • Maintained drug inventory levels by ordering necessary medications and supplies.
  • Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
  • Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
  • Coordinated verification and filling of more than [Number] daily prescriptions in high-volume [Type] pharmacy environment.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
03.2008 - 05.2012
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
  • Maintained drug inventory levels by ordering necessary medications and supplies.
  • Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
  • Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
  • Coordinated verification and filling of more than [Number] daily prescriptions in high-volume [Type] pharmacy environment.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Yorkville Pharmacy
04.2005 - 09.2007
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walmart
03.2004 - 07.2006
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
  • Maintained drug inventory levels by ordering necessary medications and supplies.
  • Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
  • Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
  • Coordinated verification and filling of more than [Number] daily prescriptions in high-volume [Type] pharmacy environment.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.

Veterinary Assistant

McNeal Hospital
04.1997 - 02.1999
  • Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
  • Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
  • Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
  • Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
  • Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
  • Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
  • Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
  • Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
  • Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
  • Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
  • Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
  • Performed testing and completed blood counts.
  • Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.

Education

Pharmacy (Pre-Pharmacy)

M U S C
Charleston, SC
04.2021

High School Diploma -

Waccamaw High School
Pawleys Island, SC
06.2000

Skills

  • Prescription Filing
  • Staff Development
  • Intravenous Admixture Preparation
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Drug Inventory Control
  • Pharmacy Automation
  • Managing Prescription Refills
  • Pharmacy Records Management
  • Manual and Automated Medication Dispensing
  • Pharmaceuticals Mixing
  • Team Collaboration
  • Pharmacy Operations
  • Patient Confidentiality
  • Pharmaceutical Preparation
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Updating Medication Histories
  • Drug Storage Procedures
  • HIPAA Regulations
  • Proper Labeling
  • Insurance Verification
  • Refill Requests
  • Stocking Medications
  • New Hire Onboarding
  • Troubleshooting Malfunctioning Equipment
  • Insurance Billing
  • Workflow Optimization
  • FDA and HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Paperwork
  • Insurance Claim Processing Software
  • Prescription Pricing
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
  • Routine Inspections
  • Resolving Complaints
  • Medical Machine Maintenance
  • Restock Shelves
  • Monitor Pharmacy Security
  • Information Documentation
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Drug Compounding
  • Staff Leadership
  • Technician Assistance
  • Wholesale Ordering
  • Prescription Filling and Labeling
  • Allergic Reaction Treatment
  • Storage Maintenance and Security
  • Assisting Pharmacists
  • Fill Orders
  • Pharmaceutical Research
  • High Blood Pressure Management
  • Profit Margins
  • Safe Chemical Handling
  • Mathematical Aptitude
  • Drug Compatibility Software
  • Disposable Syringes
  • Payment Verification
  • Medication and Equipment Invoicing
  • Direct Supervision
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Product Markdowns
  • Demographic Profiling
  • Serve Customers
  • Product and Service Merchandising
  • Patient Data Management Systems
  • Prescriptions Management
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Inventory Purchasing
  • Administrative Support
  • Drug Delivery Mechanisms
  • Customer Identification Checks
  • Label Products
  • Prescription Order Verification
  • Profile Updating
  • Safety Protocols and Risk Management
  • Awareness Campaigns
  • Inventory and Supply Management
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • HIPAA

Timeline

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Pawleys Island Pharmacy
09.2014 - 05.2023

Certified Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
03.2008 - 05.2012

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Yorkville Pharmacy
04.2005 - 09.2007

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walmart
03.2004 - 07.2006

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Pawleys Island Pharmacy
02.1999 - 12.2013

Veterinary Assistant

McNeal Hospital
04.1997 - 02.1999

Pharmacy (Pre-Pharmacy)

M U S C

High School Diploma -

Waccamaw High School
Kathryn Ellen Hammonds