Maxine Lewis
Cincinnati
Summary
Developed technical and organizational skills in fast-paced pharmacy environment. Adaptable and able to maintain accuracy and efficiency under pressure. Looking to transition into new field and apply strengths in medication management and patient-focused service.
Offering strong foundation in pharmacy principles and keen ability to learn and adapt quickly. Brings commitment to mastering pharmaceutical calculations and aseptic techniques. Ready to use and develop skills in medication preparation and patient care .
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infusion Pharmacy Technician III
TriHealth- Good Samaritan Hospital
11.2024 - Current
- Ensured accuracy of electronic medical record data entry related to patients'' medication profiles, supporting informed decision-making among healthcare providers.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between different phases of treatment plans by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams such as nursing staff or home health agencies.
- Assisted pharmacists in monitoring drug therapies, contributing to optimal patient care and reduced adverse effects.
- Complied with all federal and state regulations pertaining to the preparation, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials, promoting a safe work environment.
- Improved efficiency by assisting in the development of policies and procedures for infusion pharmacy operations.
- Sustained an orderly workspace by adhering to guidelines for equipment maintenance, calibration, and cleaning schedules.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately preparing and dispensing medications for infusion therapy.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in ongoing education opportunities and staying current with industry best practices.
- Maintained a sterile compounding environment, ensuring patient safety and reducing contamination risks.
Pharmacy Compounding Technician
Option Care Health
01.2021 - 11.2024
- Under the direction of a licensed Pharmacist, work in a clean room compounding medication minimally 50% of the day to help ensure safe, accurate, and smooth compounding operations
- Assist with the preparation and dispensing of medications and supplies
- Performs basic pharmaceutical calculations to obtain correct dosages of medications
- Accurately label and package medications
- Participates in the process for assessing, managing, and reporting medication related incidents
- Ensured pharmacy surfaces and laminar flow hoods are cleaned and sanitized
- Inspects equipment and documents any equipment failures or defects
- Aids with recording and maintaining pharmacy temperature & cleaning logs
- Developed expertise in non-sterile pharmaceutical compounding techniques, increasing efficiency and accuracy in daily tasks.
- Maintained a clean and organized compounding environment, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols and regulations.
Patient Service Advocate
Diplomat Speciality Infusion Group
10.2017 - 01.2021
- Handled initial patient referrals including collection of patient demographic, medical, therapy and insurance/financial information
- Processed new patient admissions, Informed patients of benefit information
- Discontinued patients and orders as needed
- Called clients with Gaps in care
- Input new prescriptions / Opened new orders as needed for customer
- Documented correspondence and follow up in the system
- Trained new hires and addressed customer inquiries via the toll-free number
Patient Access Specialist
Mercy
02.2017 - 10.2017
- Admitted patients for services
- Pre -registered patients, verified patient’s insurance eligibility and collected patient liabilities including POS as well as past due balances
- Worked with multiple phone lines (inbound and outbound calls)
- Resolved and managed customer disputes, maintained accuracy, productivity, and quality standards
- Performed various clerical tasks that support the total department needs as well as assisted in training new patient access specialist as needed
Education
Phlebotomy Technician Certificate -
Scarlet Oaks
04.2021
Pharmacy Technician Certificate - undefined
Diamond Oaks
06.2015
Diploma - undefined
Withrow High School
06.1993
Skills
- Detail oriented
- Pharmacology and Medical Terminology
- Exceptional Organizational and Interpersonal skills
- Analytical skills
- Multi-tasking in fast paced environment
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows, CPR, EPIC
- Sterile compounding
- Clean room procedures
- Labeling accuracy
- Adherence to protocols
- Medication mixing
- Aseptic technique
- Pharmacy calculations
- Infusion pump operation
- Drug compatibility
- Chemotherapy preparation
- Medication storage
- Drug utilization review
- Drug interactions
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- IV preparation
- Hazardous drug handling
- Medication dispensing
- Detail-oriented
Certification
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Infusion Pharmacy Technician III
TriHealth- Good Samaritan Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Pharmacy Compounding Technician
Option Care Health
01.2021 - 11.2024
Patient Service Advocate
Diplomat Speciality Infusion Group
10.2017 - 01.2021
Patient Access Specialist
Mercy
02.2017 - 10.2017
Pharmacy Technician Certificate - undefined
Diamond Oaks
Diploma - undefined
Withrow High School
Phlebotomy Technician Certificate -
Scarlet Oaks
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