Pharmacy Technician with over a decade of expertise in healthcare environments, seeking a career in clinical research. Excelling in customer service, and data management. Demonstrates leadership. Committed to advancing pharmacy operations by maintaining strong professional relationships and enhancing patient care quality.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacy Technician
Veterans Health Administration
10.2020 - 10.2024
Company Overview: Clinical Contact Center (remote)
Manage patient data for improved workflow and compliance
Train interns on procedures, ensuring safety and standards
Resolve customer issues, boosting satisfaction and service
Streamline operations through data-driven workflow optimization, while maintaining strict compliance with healthcare regulations and safety protocols
Lead quality assurance initiatives to enhance medication safety practices, resulting in improved patient outcomes
Monitor inventory management systems and maintain precise documentation for controlled substances, enhancing regulatory compliance and efficiency
Accurately identifies patient demographic
Properly escalate claims for further Pharmacist review and utilize VISTA, CPRS efficiently
Utilize CMOP for drug identification and communicate effectively regarding medication tracking or shipment status
Triages calls to proper department when needed
Clinical Contact Center (remote)
Cystic Fibrosis Pharmacy Technician
UF College of Pharmacy
01.2020 - 10.2020
Company Overview: CF Foundation
Provide copay aid for low-income patients, enhancing access to CF treatments
Streamline medical referrals, boosting efficiency in pharmacy operations
Manage medication inventory, ensuring accurate and timely availability
Create training materials, fostering team development and collaboration
Optimized intake referral workflows and enhanced medication inventory management processes to ensure continuous patient care delivery
Implemented patient assistance programs and streamlined referral systems, reducing medication access barriers and improving workflow efficiency
Coordinated with healthcare providers to facilitate seamless medication access, improving patient care continuity and treatment adherence
Introduced to Clinical Research Trials, Good Clinical Practice Principles and IRB protocol
CF Foundation
Inpatient Pharmacy Technician
Shands Hospital
02.2017 - 12.2019
Facilitate effective communication amongst healthcare professionals
Generates and monitors data reports with precision, ensuring accuracy and reliability
Adapts to change, and maintains seamless operations in a dynamic environment
Enhanced medication delivery through precise med prep, inventory management, and swift response to urgent medication requests
Introduced to sterile IV and USP797 compounding methods
Utilizes Pyxis and Omnicell for medication countbacks, dispensing and delivery
Senior Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Co.
03.2008 - 05.2016
Accurately fills medication while affixing correct label on dram vial
Train and direct team members, enhancing service quality and operational effectiveness
Mange inventory and schedule, ensuring optimal resource allocation and timely service
Resolve third-party insurance claims while accurately utilizing DUR codes for Prior Auth rejects
Ability to type, operate a cash register, answer telephone calls, send faxes, count cash and provide change accurately while delivering quality and comfortable customer service
Introduced to non-sterile oral compounding and reconstitute mix
Utilized local resource and software knowledge to achieve measurable improvements and quality standards
Utilize Mckesson for accurate drug identification, medication lot/bottle size and manufacturer status changes
Clinical Pharmacy Technician at Department of Infectious Disease, Northwell HealthClinical Pharmacy Technician at Department of Infectious Disease, Northwell Health
Clinical Pharmacy Technician at VA Central Texas Health Care Veterans AffairsClinical Pharmacy Technician at VA Central Texas Health Care Veterans Affairs