Certified Pharmacy Technician supports 100–150 customers per day with medical prescriptions, processing 20–40 third-party claims per week, and patient communication in a high-volume retail pharmacy. Processes 41–70 prescription requests per shift, collects patient and drug information in pharmacy software, and escalates issues to the pharmacist to keep service accurate and efficient.
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician
2 Years 6 Months
Omnicell Specialty Pharmacy | 02.2024 - Current
Prepared and dispensed prescriptions, verifying dosage and patient information for safety.
Assisted pharmacists in counseling patients on medication usage and potential side effects.
Managed medication inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Trained new pharmacy technicians on operational procedures and best practices.
Implemented workflow improvements to enhance efficiency in prescription processing.
Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
Enhanced patient care by accurately filling and dispensing prescriptions in a timely manner.
Increased customer satisfaction by delivering friendly, personalized service during transactions.
Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
Maintained accurate inventory levels for efficient pharmacy operations and cost control.
Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
Maintained drug inventory levels by ordering necessary medications and supplies.
Ensured medication safety with thorough verification of prescription orders and drug interactions.
Supported pharmacists in compounding custom medications according to individual patient needs.
Conducted regular audits of medications to maintain quality control and minimize errors.
Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
Communicated directly with doctors’ offices via telephone, fax and email.
Collaborated with pharmacists to resolve medication-related issues, optimizing patient outcomes.
Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
Assisted customers with over-the-counter product selection, providing knowledgeable recommendations.
Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
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.
Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
Oversaw claims processing for third-party program prescriptions, ensuring timely approvals and reimbursements
Adhere to proper infection control to ensure a sanitary environment and reduce the spread of disease
Certified pharmacy Technician
1 Year 8 Months
Kroger | 10.2019 - 06.2021
Delivered exceptional customer service by greeting customers, filling prescriptions, and educating on medication use and general healthcare
Utilized in-store software to efficiently collect patient and drug information for accurate prescription fulfillment
Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, filling prescriptions, and providing basic information about medication use and general healthcare
Prepared prescription medications for postage for those enrolled in the prescription-by-mail program
Processed incoming prescriptions for a high-traffic pharmacy with 250-300 customers daily while ensuring accuracy during data entry
Maintained records regarding requested prescriptions and medication distribution
Production Technician
4 Years 8 Months
Nissan | 11.2014 - 07.2019
Inspected finished products for quality and ensured adherence to customer specifications.
Managed and performed preventative maintenance to minimize damage and repair costs.
Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
Collaborated with team members to streamline assembly processes, reducing cycle time and improving efficiency.
Conducted quality inspections on finished products to uphold Nissan's high-quality standards.
Care Worker
4 Years 3 Months
Hudspeth Regional Center | 08.2010 - 11.2014
Monitored and assisted residents with daily living needs to enhance their quality of life.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and ensure comfort.
Provided compassionate care to improve patient outlook and support daily living activities.
Plan, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Education
High School Diploma
Lanier High School | Jackson, Ms | 01-2007
Skills
Prescription processing
Claims processing
Pharmacy software
Inventory control
Third-party billing
Prior authorization processing
Insurance verification
Prescription transcription
Controlled substance handling
HIPAA and FDA compliance
Patient communication
Pharmacy law compliance
Accomplishments
Processed and filled over 200 prescriptions per day.
Increased customer retention by delivering top-notch customer service from prescription drop-off to pick-up.
Reduced prescribing errors by reaching out to prescribers to verify medication orders.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
Has successfully completed the requirements for certification through National Healthcareer Association as a ExCPT Pharmacy Technician Certification #H819W7F8