Kiara Lazard, CPhT
Lafayette
Summary
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with 5+ years of pharmacy experience and a passion for educating and mentoring future pharmacy professionals. Experienced in teaching pharmacy fundamentals, pharmacology, pharmacy law, and dosage calculations while supporting students preparing for PTCB certification. Skilled at creating engaging learning experiences that build confidence, improve retention, and promote student success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician Mentor
Springboard
03.2026 - Current
- Conduct 1:1 and/or small group virtual sessions to support technical skill-building and exam readiness.
- Provide live feedback and coaching on student skill demonstrations and challenging areas of the curriculum.
- Break down complex topics( e.g., dosage calculations, pharmacy law, conversions) into simple, visual lessons.
- Offer insight into real-world pharmacy settings to help students understand day-to- day responsibilities.
- Help students foster a growth mindset and provide encouragement when facing obstacles.
- Participate in mentor training, team meetings, and ongoing program improvement efforts.
Certified Pharmacy Technician Instructor
Private Allied Health College
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Lead a state- licensed pharmacy technician program, aligning curriculum with ASHP and Louisiana Board of Pharmacy standards.
- Develop and teach core subjects including pharmacology, compounding, pharmacy law, and dosage calculations.
- Integrate interactive digitals tools, case studies, and simulations to enhance engagement and critical thinking.
- Maintain 100 % student PTCB certification pass rate through structured study systems and targeted review sessions.
- Coordinate externship placements, ensure compliance with accreditation standards, and prepare documentation for audits.
- Mentor new instructors and support continuous program improvement through curriculum evaluation and data-driven.
Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician
1st Option Home Infusion Pharmacy
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Assisted with prescription preparation and medication dispensing in a home infusion setting.
- Verified patient and prescription information to ensure accuracy and safety.
- Maintained compliance with pharmacy regulations and quality standards.
- Compounded sterile and non-sterile medications according to specific formulations and protocols.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure precise ingredient measurements and formulation integrity.
- Maintained sterile environment, adhering to strict safety protocols and preventing contamination.
- Demonstrated expertise in aseptic technique while working within cleanroom environments to maintain product integrity.
Pharmacy Operations Manager
Walgreens
01.2018 - 09.2022
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, staffing, scheduling, and workflow.
- Assisted pharmacists with prescription, processing, labeling, and dispensing.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy technicians and support staff.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.
- Provided patient counseling support and resolved customer concerns professionally.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly to ensure they meet established goals while providing coaching or corrective action
when necessary. - Optimized workflow processes within the pharmacy to reduce wait times for patients without safety standards in prescription
fulfillment. - Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
Education
Louisiana- License # CPT. 015562 -
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Skills
- Pharmacy Technician Training
- PTCB Exam Preparation
- Pharmacology & Drug Classifications
- Pharmacy Law & Compliance
- Dosage Calculations
- Medication Safety
- Student Mentorship
- Group Facilitation
- Virtual Instruction
- Curriculum Delivery
- Public Speaking
- Zoom & Canva
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician Mentor
Springboard
03.2026 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician Instructor
Private Allied Health College
02.2024 - 07.2025
Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician
1st Option Home Infusion Pharmacy
10.2022 - 04.2024
Pharmacy Operations Manager
Walgreens
01.2018 - 09.2022
Louisiana- License # CPT. 015562 -
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)