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Latoyia Patton-Kenebrew

Latoyia Patton-Kenebrew

Lufkin,TX

Summary

Accomplished and certified Pharmacy Technician with over 15 years of experience in retail pharmacy environments for major national chains. Practiced at offering medications to patients, offering information to patients and communicating with healthcare professionals. Knowledgeable about FDA drug safety guidelines, prescription interactions and pharmacy law.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Technician

Sam's Club
01.2022 - Current


  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
  • Boosted customer loyalty by providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance on drug interactions and side effects.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
  • Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
09.2022 - 01.2023

Perform all customer service duties, work as a cashier, fill meds, type scripts, operate drive through, administer vaccines

  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
  • Boosted customer loyalty by providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance on drug interactions and side effects.
  • Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.

Pharmacy Technician

Klap6
06.2022 - 09.2022

Mixed Covid Antibodies, taught staff how to prime lines, cleaned pharmacy area and patient rooms as needed

  • Supported inventory management initiatives through accurate record-keeping of received shipments and expired medications for disposal purposes.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
  • Ensured patient safety by strictly following drug storage guidelines, including proper temperature and light exposure control.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.

Pharmacy Technician

Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2022


  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by thoroughly documenting all relevant information for coworkers during handoffs.
  • Aided pharmacists in preparing sterile compounding products for IV administration using aseptic techniques.
  • Supported inventory management initiatives through accurate record-keeping of received shipments and expired medications for disposal purposes.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.

Pharmacy Technician

The Medicine Shoppe® Pharmacy
12.2007 - 05.2021


  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
  • Boosted customer loyalty by providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance on drug interactions and side effects.
  • Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
  • Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
  • Expedited insurance claim resolutions by liaising with healthcare providers and insurance companies on patients'' behalf.
  • Proactively identified potential issues or discrepancies in medication orders, collaborating closely with pharmacists to resolve them quickly.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.

Education

Pharmacy Technology

Angelina College
Lufkin, TX
05.2008

Skills

  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Drug Safety
  • Prescription Filling
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Intravenous Admixture Preparation
  • Supply Restocking
  • Insurance Billing
  • Insurance Verification
  • Drug Utilization Review
  • HIPAA
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Medication Labels

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
09.2022 - 01.2023

Pharmacy Technician

Klap6
06.2022 - 09.2022

Pharmacy Technician

Sam's Club
01.2022 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

Nacogdoches Medical Center Hospital
11.2021 - 06.2022

Pharmacy Technician

The Medicine Shoppe® Pharmacy
12.2007 - 05.2021

Pharmacy Technology

Angelina College
Latoyia Patton-Kenebrew