Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Leah Robinson

Advocate Christ Medical Center
13
years of professional experience

Experienced Certified Pharmacy Technician with 10+ years in prescription processing, aseptic technique, insurance billing, and medication reconciliation. Known for accurate workflow support, strong communication, and dependable customer service in fast-paced pharmacy settings.

Work History

Certified Pharmacy Technician

2 Years 1 Month
Advocate Christ Medical Center | 09.2024 - Current
  • Prepared inpatient medication orders for pharmacist verification using accurate dose, route, and schedule checks.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to address medication-related concerns and provide timely resolutions.
  • Refilled automated dispensing cabinets and maintained accurate medication stock across clinical units.
  • Processed medication orders, entered prescription data, and resolved routine discrepancies for timely fulfillment.
  • Delivered medications and supplies to patient care areas while maintaining proper storage conditions.
  • Trained new pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent quality of service.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists to resolve medication-related issues, optimizing patient outcomes.
  • Prepared sterile IV admixtures under USP compliance and pharmacy safety protocols.
  • Verified compounding worksheets, ingredients, and labels for accuracy before distribution.
  • Assisted pharmacists with IV medication preparation, batching, and workflow coordination.
  • Maintained clean hood, supplies, and equipment to support aseptic compounding standards.
  • Reconstituted medications and calculated volumes using pharmacy software and dosage references.
  • Collaborated with pharmacy staff to resolve dispensing discrepancies and support timely deliveries.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere through consistent communication and collaboration with pharmacy staff members.
  • Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving patient care, such as interdisciplinary committees focused on medication safety and utilization management.

Front End Customer Service Manager

2 Months
At Home Furniture Store | 07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Supervised front end customer service operations, ensuring smooth checkout, returns, and guest support.
  • Resolved customer concerns quickly, maintaining professional service during escalation issues.
  • Resolved customer concerns quickly, maintaining professional service during escalation issues.
  • Coordinated daily front-end schedules to support coverage and workflow consistency.
  • Monitored transaction accuracy, cash handling, and register compliance.
  • Collaborated with store leadership to strengthen front-end processes and customer experience.
  • Boosted employee morale and productivity with effective communication, team-building activities, and recognition programs.
  • Assisted in the hiring, training, and onboarding of new front-end staff members to ensure a high level of customer service was maintained.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

1 Year 6 Months
St. Bernard's Hospital | 09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Prepared and labeled medications for inpatient dispensing, following pharmacist verification and hospital safety standards.
  • Compounded sterile preparations using aseptic technique and required cleanroom procedures.
  • Assisted pharmacists with controlled substance documentation and medication reconciliation support.
  • Responded to nurse and patient requests with accurate information and prompt pharmacy service.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Monitored inventory levels, rotated stock, and removed expired medications from pharmacy shelves.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately filling and dispensing prescriptions in a timely manner.
  • Prepared sterile IV admixtures under USP compliance and pharmacy safety protocols.
  • Addressed patients'' needs for medication therapy management through comprehensive assessments, identifying potential drug interactions and optimizing treatment plans.

Customer Service Manager

1 Year 2 Months
Ross Dress for Less | 09.2019 - 11.2020
  • Resolved customer concerns, returns, and exchanges while protecting store policies and shrink controls
  • Monitored daily sales floor activity, directing coverage during peak traffic and callouts
  • Reinforced store policies, safety practices, and loss-prevention procedures across service areas
  • Supported merchandising recovery and store opening and closing routines to maintain presentation standards
  • Trained team members on POS procedures, cash handling, and service recovery standards
  • Coordinated fitting room, register, and queue flow to reduce wait times and improve guest experience
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Balanced cash drawer and reconciled register discrepancies at shift end.
  • Handled returns, exchanges, and voids following store procedures.
  • Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

2 Years 10 Months
CVS Pharmacy | 10.2016 - 08.2019
  • Processed prescription orders, verifying drug interactions, dosage, and patient information for accuracy.
  • Coordinated insurance claims, prior authorizations, and billing corrections to reduce delays in prescription fulfillment.
  • Resolved prescription discrepancies by communicating with prescribers, insurers, and pharmacy team members.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
  • Resolved inbound patient calls regarding prescriptions, benefits, and refill requests with accuracy and professionalism.
  • Documented call details, resolutions, and follow-up actions in pharmacy systems to maintain compliant records.
  • Escalated complex medication concerns to clinical teams while maintaining efficient call flow.
  • Exceeded personal goals related to productivity, adherence, quality scores, and overall performance evaluations.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to resolve complex customer issues pertaining to billing disputes or account adjustments.
  • Managed inbound calls, resolving customer inquiries with accuracy and professional phone etiquette.
  • Assessed caller needs, routed escalations, and coordinated timely issue resolution across departments.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

2 Years 3 Months
Walmart Pharmacy | 06.2014 - 09.2016
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • 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 the 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.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Managed insurance billing and claims processing, streamlining the reimbursement process for patients and pharmacy.
  • Proactively addressed potential conflicts or discrepancies within the pharmacy team to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on industry standards and advancements in pharmaceutical care.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.

Pharmacy Cashier

1 Year 1 Month
CVS Pharmacy, Retail | 06.2013 - 07.2014
  • Processed pharmacy transactions accurately using POS systems and accepted multiple payment types.
  • Verified insurance copays and resolved billing discrepancies with pharmacy technicians.
  • Delivered courteous customer service while maintaining confidentiality at pharmacy counter.
  • Reconciled cash drawers and balanced end-of-shift receipts with minimal variance.
  • Assisted patients with prescription pickup, wait-time updates, and basic account questions.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers through consistent professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Efficiently processed prescription drop-offs and pick-ups while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.
  • Registered customer purchases on assigned cash register, collected cash and distributed change, processing voids, returns, rain checks, refunds and exchanges.
  • Reported prescription errors to pharmacist on duty and adhered to company policies and procedures in relation to pharmacy errors and quality assurance directives.
  • Processed insurance claims with precision, ensuring timely payment of reimbursements to the pharmacy.

Education

High School Diploma

George Henry Corliss High School | Chicago, IL | 06-2010

Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technology

Malcolm X College | Chicago | 05-2013

Skills

Prescription processing
Aseptic technique
Insurance billing
Medication reconciliation
Problem-solving skills
Customer service
Strong communication skills

Timeline

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Advocate Christ Medical Center
09.2024 - CurrentRead More

Front End Customer Service Manager

At Home Furniture Store
07.2023 - 09.2023Read More

Certified Pharmacy Technician

St. Bernard's Hospital
09.2021 - 03.2023Read More

Customer Service Manager

Ross Dress for Less
09.2019 - 11.2020Read More

Certified Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
10.2016 - 08.2019Read More

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walmart Pharmacy
06.2014 - 09.2016Read More

Pharmacy Cashier

CVS Pharmacy, Retail
06.2013 - 07.2014Read More

Malcolm X College

Pharmacy Technician from Pharmacy Technology
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George Henry Corliss High School

High School Diploma
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Leah Robinson