Mary Gibson
Hudson,NH
Summary
Medication History Technician with expertise in compiling and maintaining patient medication lists. Demonstrated experience in collaborating with healthcare teams for accurate medication reconciliation, showcasing strong communication and organizational skills. Certified Pharmacy Technician in Oncology with specialized skills in medication preparation, patient education, and chemotherapy compounding. Proven track record of enhancing patient care through precise documentation and efficient task prioritization.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead ER Pharmacy Medication History technician
lahey Hospital and Medical Center
Burlington , MA
10.2022 - Current
- Compiled medication histories from medical records, physicians' offices Pharmacies, and patients.
- Evaluated physician-prescribed regimens for appropriateness, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
- Verified accuracy of prescription information by comparing labels with prescriptions.
- Conducted research to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications.
- Performed regular inventory checks to maintain adequate medication supply.
- Monitored expiration dates on medications stored in pharmacy stockroom.
- Updated standard operating procedures to reflect current practices.
- Cross-covered in Central Pharmacy and Lahey Oncology as sterile infusion technician.
- Preparing, compounding, and dispensing chemotherapy infusions.
- Using aseptic techniques in a USP 797/800-compliant cleanroom.
- Accurate calculations, labeling, and packaging of all dispensed medications.
- Use of BD closed-system transfer devices.
- Use of Epic EHR software systems.
Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology
Portsmouth regional hospital
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
08.2002 - 02.2027
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous drugs in compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following established safety standards.
- Managed chemotherapy orders by verifying accuracy of prescription information prior to dispensing.
- Prepared intravenous solutions under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Provided support services such as IV admixture preparation and sterile product preparation.
- Ensured proper storage of oncology medications according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Calculated dosages based on doctor's orders using appropriate techniques and measurements.
- Maintained accurate records of all drugs dispensed or administered to patients.
- Prepacked bulk medicines, filled bottles with prescribed medications and typed and affixed labels.
- Transferred medication from vials to sterile, disposable syringes using aseptic techniques.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment or work areas according to prescribed methods.
Lead ER medication history technician
Covenant Health Systems/ St Joseph's Hospital
Nashua, New Hampshire
06.2000 - 06.2023
- Provided detailed information regarding medications to pharmacists and other healthcare professionals.
- Ensured that all data entered into the system was accurate and up-to-date.
- Compiled medication histories from medical records, physician offices, pharmacies, and patients.
- Member of the Nashua Community Council.
- Responsible for the scheduling of ER technicians.
- Cross-trained for coverage in sterile and non-sterile IV rooms as well as Oncology Suite
Certified Pharmacy technician 3
Concord Hospital
Concord, New Hampshire
09.2017 - 06.2022
- Trained new personnel on proper techniques for compounding medications.
- Monitored expiration dates on all pharmaceuticals stored in the facility.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations governing pharmaceutical services.
- Provided direct supervision and training to pharmacy technicians.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing intravenous admixtures using USP 797 standards.
- Prepared sterile products such as IV admixtures utilizing aseptic technique.
- Monitored controlled substances inventory and maintained compliance with regulations.
- Led a team of pharmacy technicians, providing training and supervision.
- Oversaw the ordering, receiving, and storage of pharmacy inventory.
- Maintained a clean and organized pharmacy workspace to ensure efficiency.
- Coordinated workflow to ensure timely and accurate medication dispensing.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment or work areas according to prescribed methods.
- Compiled medication histories from medical records, physicians' offices, patients and pharmacies.
- Conducted research to identify drug interactions or contraindications when needed.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology
Elliot Hospital And Health System
Manchester, New Hampshire
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Preparing, compounding, and dispensing chemotherapy infusions.
- Using aseptic techniques in a USP 797/800-compliant cleanroom.
- Accurate calculations, labeling, and packaging of all dispensed medications.
- Use of BD closed-system transfer devices.
- Use of Epic EHR software systems.
Medical Secretary
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
Concord, Massachusetts
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Compiled discharge summaries for all discharged patients.
- Scanned paper records into digital format.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained a secure filing system for confidential documents.
- Retrieved patient medical records in response to requests from authorized personnel.
- Entered data into electronic health record systems.
- Coordinated referrals between primary care physicians and specialists as required.
- Answered phone calls, transferred calls, took messages, and provided information to callers.
- Ensured that front desk area was well organized at all times.
- Processed payments for services rendered using cash register or point-of-sale system.
- Greeted patients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
- Monitored waiting room activity ensuring that all patients were attended to in a timely fashion.
- Verified patient demographic information at time of check-in and check-out.
Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology II
Dana-Farber/ NHOH
Londonderry, New Hampshire
03.2012 - 09.2013
- Preparing, compounding, and dispensing chemotherapy infusions.
- Using aseptic techniques in a USP 797/800-compliant cleanroom.
- Accurate calculations, labeling, and packaging of all dispensed medications.
- Use of BD closed-system transfer devices.
- Use of Epic EHR software systems.
Certified Pharmacy Technician Supervisor
Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Salem N.H
Salem, New Hampshire
06.2011 - 03.2012
- Developed and implemented workflow processes to ensure efficient operations in the pharmacy.
- Facilitated communication between technicians and pharmacists regarding customer inquiries or requests.
- Performed regular inventory checks of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and equipment.
- Monitored technician productivity levels throughout shifts to maximize resources utilization.
- Trained, supervised, and evaluated performance of pharmacy technicians.
- Identified opportunities for continuous quality improvements within the pharmacy department.
- Coordinated with vendors on ordering new supplies or restocking existing inventories.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, cleaning spills promptly and properly disposing of waste products.
- Prepared IV admixtures under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
- Maintained pharmacy inventory by restocking shelves with medications and supplies.
Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Wentworth Douglas Hospital
Dover, New Hampshire
02.2007 - 05.2011
- Maintained accurate records of medications dispensed, including controlled substances.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing intravenous admixtures and chemotherapy drugs.
- Adhered to all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Prepacked bulk medicines, filled bottles with prescribed medications and typed and affixed labels.
- Hourly hospital-wide medication delivery and rounding to med rooms.
- TPN and CADD pump preparations.
- OR and ER medication filling, inventory, and outdating.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nashua Community Adult School
Nashua NH 06-1996
Skills
- Medication history compilation
- Aseptic technique application
- Chemotherapy preparation
- Epic EHR utilization
- Inventory management
- Staff training and supervision
- Problem solving in pharmacy
- Detail-oriented documentation
- Effective time management
- Prescription verification
- Medication reconciliation
- Dosage calculation
- Patient interviewing
- Pharmacy software proficiency
- Continuing education
- Pharmacy knowledge
- Drug interaction awareness
- Teamwork
- Employee training
- Medical terminology
- Medication storage and labeling
- Multitasking capacity
- Communication skills
- Data entry
- Pyxis medstation
- Medication compounding
Certification
- PTCB National Pharmacy Technician certification
- Currently enrolled in PTCB technician advanced program
Timeline
Lead ER Pharmacy Medication History technician
lahey Hospital and Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology
Elliot Hospital And Health System
04.2021 - 05.2022
Certified Pharmacy technician 3
Concord Hospital
09.2017 - 06.2022
Medical Secretary
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
06.2015 - 09.2017
Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology II
Dana-Farber/ NHOH
03.2012 - 09.2013
Certified Pharmacy Technician Supervisor
Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Salem N.H
06.2011 - 03.2012
Certified Pharmacy Technician II
Wentworth Douglas Hospital
02.2007 - 05.2011
Certified Pharmacy Technician, Oncology
Portsmouth regional hospital
08.2002 - 02.2027
Lead ER medication history technician
Covenant Health Systems/ St Joseph's Hospital
06.2000 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Nashua Community Adult School
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