Kelly Carrion
Cliffside Park,United States
Summary
Pharmacy Technician with over 4 years of experience, excelling in problem-solving, communication, and medication order processing. Demonstrated ability to enhance medication accuracy and patient care in fast-paced environments. Aims to leverage extensive pharmacy and data entry expertise to improve pharmacy operations and patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified IV Pharmacy Technician
HackensackUMC
01.2025 - Current
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Precisely measured and combined ingredients to deliver scrupulous formulation on compound prescription orders.
- Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
- Coordinated verification and filling of more than 250 daily prescriptions in high-volume hospital pharmacy environment.
- Hazardous Drug and Chemotherapy Handling: Proficiently manage the safe and timely delivery of hazardous drugs and chemotherapy medications to patient care units, strictly adhering to established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Collaborative Patient and Medication Safety: Work closely with nursing staff to ensure the highest standards of patient and medication safety during the delivery and administration of hazardous medications, proactively addressing potential risks and promoting a culture of safety.
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
HackensackUMC
07.2024 - Current
- Monitored medication dispensing machines within hospital pharmacy to make supplies readily available to clinical staff.
- Performed daily hospital rounds for all healthcare system maternity wards and facilities.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of trends and developments in hospitality industry to improve service.
- Helped with preparation of medical equipment and supplies for use in hospital procedures.
- Supported pharmacists with day-to-day activities and pharmacy office management functions.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Supervised 15 pharmacy technicians and coordinated day-to-day assignments.
Data Entry Pharmacy Technician
Specialtyrx
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Review and process medication orders specifically tailored to long-term care patients
- Coordinate medication synchronization and delivery schedules for long-term care facilities
- Ensure accurate transcription of medication orders from patient charts or electronic records
- Collaborate with long-term care facility staff to address medication-related concerns or changes in patient conditions
- Monitor medication adherence and compliance among long-term care patients
- Provide medication counseling and education to patients and caregivers within long-term care settings
- Assist in medication reconciliation processes during transitions of care for long-term care patients
- Coordinated verification and filling of more than 150 daily prescriptions in high-volume long term care pharmacy environment.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Assist pharmacists in filling prescriptions accurately and efficiently
- Process and input prescription orders into the computer system
- Maintain patient records and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Label and organize prescriptions and over-the-counter medications
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing patient inquiries and concerns
- Manage inventory levels and order medications and supplies as needed
- Perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, handling cash transactions, and completing paperwork
- Collaborate with other pharmacy staff to ensure smooth workflow and adherence to policies and procedures
- Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
Assistant General Manager
Oceanaire Seafood Room
02.2018 - 09.2020
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the Oceanaire Seafood Room, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning
- Lead and manage a team of employees, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
- Develop and implement strategies to maximize revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction
- Monitor food quality, presentation, and adherence to company standards
- Maintain inventory levels, control costs, and manage supply chain relationships
- Create and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and feedback in a professional and timely manner
- Work closely with the executive chef and kitchen staff to develop menus, specials, and promotions
- Analyze financial reports and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
- Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to remain competitive in the market
Education
No Degree - Biology
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJSkills
- Aseptic technique
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Medication dispensing
- Drug interactions
- IV supply restocking
- Chemotherapy preparation
- Attention to detail
- Sterile technique
- FDA and ICH guidelines
- Prescription filling and labeling
- Drug compounding
- Secure drug inventory
- Multitasking
Certification
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
- SPT - Sterile Processing Technician
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified IV Pharmacy Technician
HackensackUMC
01.2025 - Current
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
HackensackUMC
07.2024 - Current
Data Entry Pharmacy Technician
Specialtyrx
12.2022 - 04.2024
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
10.2020 - 12.2022
Assistant General Manager
Oceanaire Seafood Room
02.2018 - 09.2020
No Degree - Biology
Bergen Community College
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