Makenzie Stafford
Walker,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented pharmacy student seeking to secure rewarding [Type] pharmacy internship. Well-versed in fundamentals of medication compounding and formulation, drug inventory management and customer and patient records administration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Intern
Meijer
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2023 - Current
- Provided patient counseling on medication use and health-related topics.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Monitored patient safety through review of medication profiles for drug interactions, allergies, therapeutic duplication and other potential problems.
- Answered customer questions regarding refills, insurance troubleshooting and status updates on prescriptions.
- Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer
Grand Rapids, MI
09.2019 - 08.2023
- Upheld leadership responsibility and managed as a lead technician during the monthly weekend rotation.
- Oversaw and trained new hires, delivered quality instructions and guidance while demonstrating the principles and methods of pharmacy procedures
- Multitasked and payed close attention to details in demanding, fast pace, and team oriented work environments while adapting to pandemic regulations and changes
- Responsible for ordering pharmaceutical supplies and keeping perpetual inventory ensuring patients do not go without needed medication
- Identified and resolved patient billing complaints and performed various collection actions including, contacting patients and prescribers by phone, connecting and resubmitting claims to third party payers, and reviewing billing statements for correctness and accuracy of charges.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI12-2021
Skills
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Certified 9-21-23 American Heart Association
- Certified Pharmacy Technician - CPhT April 2023
- Health Screening Administering Certificate - Meijer Inc March 2022
- Pharmacy Based Immunization Delivery Certificate - Wayne State University April 2021
Timeline
Pharmacy Intern
Meijer
08.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer
09.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Grand Valley State University