Kennon Heard
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Des Moines,IA
Summary
An adept diligent Certified Pharmacy Technician with over 3 years of
experience in all aspects of pharmacy operations. Has worked
alongside national workforces in both retail and inpatient pharmacies. Exemplifies extensive knowledge of USP & FDA drug safety guidelines and HIPPA regulations through strict adherence. Well versed in prescription drug usages and interactions. Makes informed decisions with current pharmacy laws in mind. Welcomes new challenges and learning opportunities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
MercyOne
11.2022 - Current
- Prepared sterile compounding products for IV administration using aseptic techniques.
- Assist with various IT issues regarding the controlled substances safe and Pyxis Machines on floors.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Ran and analyzed reports to find the cause of problems and suggest solutions.
- Assist with controlled substance reports to find and resolve discrepancies.
- Identified issues and provided solutions regarding medication orders, storage, and pharmacy workflow
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Experience working in customer service and retail work.
- Gained an understanding of medication uses and dosing.
- Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Implemented measures to minimize wait times for prescription pickups, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations through effective organization of supplies, workspace layout optimization, and process improvements.
- Contributed to improved patient adherence by providing clear medication instructions and addressing concerns or questions promptly.
- Regularly filled and sold over 200 prescriptions daily.
Pharmacy Technician
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Answering internal phone calls from nurses and providers.
- Tracking status of medications.
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and quality.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures for both sterile and non-sterile compounding.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colorado Timberline Academy
Durango, CO 01.2016 - 05.2019
Skills
Regulatory Compliance
Insurance Billing
Confidentiality and HIPAA
Pharmaceutical Calculations
Team Collaboration
Problem-solving skills
Data Entry
Microsoft Office Suite
Time Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Adaptability
Additional Information
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Pharmacy Based Immunization Administration
04-2024
Pharmacy Technician
MercyOne
11.2022 - Current
CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
09-2022
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
10.2021 - 10.2022
Pharmacy Technician
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2021 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Colorado Timberline Academy
01.2016 - 05.2019
Accomplishments
- Completed the Apexus 340B University
- Scored 27 on the ACT
- Trained over a dozen new pharmacy technicians on pharmacy policies, procedures and best practices.