Megan Baker
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Pharmacy Technician with expertise in medication dispensing, inventory management, and quality assurance. Committed to ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and enhancing patient safety.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Costco Wholesale Corp
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in dispensing medications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Processed prescriptions using pharmacy software, facilitating timely patient service.
- Supported inventory management by organizing stock and conducting regular counts.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstation to enhance operational efficiency.
Inpatient Certified Pharmacy Technician
NKC Health Hospital
03.2024 - 01.2026
- Compounded and prepared sterile and non-sterile medications according to established protocols.
- Assisted in medication inventory management, ensuring timely restock of essential pharmaceuticals.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to verify medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
- Managed the medication storage system, ensuring proper organization and maintenance of medications according to regulatory requirements and best practices.
Inpatient Certified Pharmacy Technician
Saint Luke's Hospital
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Implemented workflow improvements that streamlined medication distribution processes within the pharmacy department.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations and hospital policies by properly disposing of expired or damaged medications.
- Assured quality control measures were met during compounding procedures for specialty items such as total parenteral nutrition solutions and chemotherapy preparations.
Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Implemented quality assurance measures to enhance prescription accuracy and reduce medication errors.
- Supervised daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to manage medication inventory, reducing shortages and improving supply chain efficiency.
- Trained and mentored new pharmacy technicians on workflow processes and customer service excellence.
- Developed training materials for ongoing staff education on new medications and pharmacy technologies.
- Expanded patient access to medications through effective insurance claim processing and resolution of billing issues.
Restaurant Server
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
07.2017 - 06.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service by anticipating needs and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO12-2027
Skills
- Data entry
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Customer service
- Claims processing
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication dispensing
- Team collaboration
- Pharmacological calculations
- Prescription interpretation
- Records management
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Costco Wholesale Corp
01.2026 - Current
Inpatient Certified Pharmacy Technician
NKC Health Hospital
03.2024 - 01.2026
Inpatient Certified Pharmacy Technician
Saint Luke's Hospital
04.2023 - 03.2024
Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
08.2021 - 04.2023
Restaurant Server
Cracker Barrell Old Country Store
07.2017 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Northwest Missouri State University