Melissa Cherry
Weatherford,AR
Summary
Detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician with expertise in medication dispensing, inventory control, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient safety and care through accurate prescription processing and effective collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
Medical City Weatherford
2024.10 - Current
- Processed and filled prescriptions accurately, ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing medication orders and maintaining inventory levels.
- Conducted patient medication therapy management to enhance safety and adherence.
- Operated pharmacy software for prescription processing and record-keeping efficiency.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to optimize patient care outcomes.
Pharmacy Technician
The Drugstore
2010.07 - 2024.08
- Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects to improve understanding.
- Implemented best practices for storage and handling of medications to maintain quality standards.
- Resolved patient inquiries regarding medications promptly, fostering positive relationships.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
San Joaquin College
Bakersfield, CA04.1985
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Team collaboration
- Answering customer questions
- Insurance billing
- Medication dispensing
- Insurance verification
- Drug inventory control
Certification
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician
Medical City Weatherford
2024.10 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
The Drugstore
2010.07 - 2024.08
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
San Joaquin College