Highly-motivated Registered Pharmacy Technician with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician (Medication Reconciliation)
Cureatr (Company Closed)
REMOTE, NY, NY
09.2023 - 10.2024
Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
Provided customer service to patients by answering questions about medications and health-related topics.
Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses or physicians regarding drug therapies or treatments for patients.
Provided education materials about medications to patients upon request.
Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
Leveraged database to confirm validity of prescriptions, patient data and drug side effects.
Flagged potential side effects and allergies to prescribed medications for patients.
Pharmacy Technician-Medication Adherence
Devoted Health
Remote, NY
08.2022 - 05.2023
Conduct assessments of medication adherence patterns, including factors contributing to non-adherence
Deliver education about financial assistance programs (Federal, state, and private) for medication out-of-pocket costs.
Provide medication refill reminders through Text, email and Fax.
Adhere to regulatory guidelines for workplace safety and customer confidentiality.
Team with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
Schedule member appointments with clinical pharmacist , guides and Nurse practitioners for medication adherence issues and medication reconciliation.
Respond to and resolve medication-related inquiries pertaining to formulary tiers, prior authorizations, formulary exceptions, and cost-sharing.
Outbound Calls to Members, Providers and Pharmacies regarding Medication Adherence, refill reminders, & requests coverage determinations, dosage changes/Discontinuation.
Claims Review Processor-(Contract)
Molina Healthcare
Remote
04.2022 - 08.2022
Completed relevant insurance and other claim forms.
Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
Received inbound calls to obtain clinical information from providers to create authorizations and referrals.
Processed paperwork, obtained billing forms and secured confidential information.
Collected and organized information for entry, prioritizing entries to increase efficiency.
Supported data entry across departments as requested, switching promptly to new projects.
Verified eligibility and compliance with authorization requirements for service providers
Intake of prior authorization requests via phone, fax, and mail
Field telephone inquiries on authorization details from members and medical staff
Obtained and logged accurate patient insurance and demographic information for use by insurance providers and medical personnel
Tracked referral submission during facilitation of prior authorization issuance
Prepared and distributed denial letters, detailing reasons for denial and possible appeal measures
Triaged unscheduled and emergency authorizations, directing submissions to appropriate personnel for rapid response
Faxed approval and denial letter to md offices as needed
Monitored PA requests queue and organized clinical documents, labs and data for pending requests
Answered heavy phone call volumes from Providers, Members and Pharmacies, regarding benefit plan information, deductibles, Drug coverage and Copays
Placed refill Overrides based on case-by-case basis.
Pharmacy Technician
Maxor National Pharmacy Services LLC, Callen Lorde
New York, NY, NY
10.2015 - 12.2019
Calculated dosages, fill and prepare prescription labels with accuracy
Performed Outreach calls to providers for clarification of medication dosages, refill authorizations and drug changes.
Arranged and modified New and existing patient profiles in GuardianRX system to include current information such as Demographics, medication history, allergies as well as insurance details.
Processed over 500 prescriptions per day at a fast-paced Clinical pharmacy setting, achieving decreased customer wait times while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction.
Answered high volume of incoming phone calls from customers and healthcare providers.
Collected payments for copays and OTC items from customers utilizing POS system at service window.
Stocked and verified medication orders to keep accurate records of invoices and shipments.
Packaged Drug orders for Home Deliveries in accordance to federal regulations and guidelines.
Generated daily posting reports and shipment labels for medication deliveries via UPS integrated system.
Consulted with insurance companies to complete claims processing, reconcile payments to resolve third party billing issues.
Sales Associate
Strawberry
New York, NY
05.2014 - 10.2015
Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engaged customers with specific products and promotions
Greet Customers and anticipate their needs by locating and recommending specific merchandise and accessories
Ticketed Apparel with sale prices and security tags, inventoried stock for returns to sales floor
Built positive relationships with customers to represent brand while encouraging return of business
Handled cash, credit and refund transactions with prompt and courteous service at all times.
Pharmacy Technician
Pitkin Care Pharmacy-Per Diem
Brooklyn, NY
10.2012 - 01.2014
Counted and measured medications applied Rx labels and verified drugs orders with Pharmacist prior to dispensing
Interacted with customers and resolved customer complaints with friendly, service-oriented support
Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales
Used POS system to enter orders, process payments, and issue receipts.
Pharmacy Technician-Prior Authorization
Fidelis Care
GuardianRXRego Park, NY
08.2011 - 08.2012
Processed prior authorization requests via fax, telephone and email from primary care providers and retail pharmacies
Referred cases for review and conducted follow-ups regarding clarification of requests
Answered Heavy Volume calls and performed quality assurance calls to members notifying them of eligibility status, alerts for appointment reminders, and information on new policies or changes to coverage
Reversed rejected claims through pharmacy benefit system
Data entry of Client Profiles into company database.
Pharmacy Technician-Shipping & Production
Acaria Health
New York
02.2008 - 09.2009
Accurately selected, counted and packed drug orders to patient homes including home infusion supplies
Generated shipment labels using FedEx, UPS and Deluxe Courier software
Tracked packages and rectified patient complaints and concerns regarding drug therapies
Maintained proper Pharmacy compliance and temperature logs daily
Scheduled freight pick-up and delivery appointments over the phone
Unpacked orders, stocked shelves, rotated products and removed expired drugs
Managed monthly inventory counts and completed audits for review
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technology
ASA College
06.2006
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
08.2000
Skills
Knowledge in Multiple Pharmacy/Computer software: Microsoft Office Google Workspace, Slack/Zoom Prime-Rx, Micro-Merchant, lotus notes, Facets, NextGen, Epaces, Cerner, SalesForce, TalkDesk, CiscoJabber, PA Hub, Epic Willow/Hyperspace Production, CVS Caremark, Med MS Office/Outlook, Cardinal, Medwise, AmerisourceBergen, HIP