Milagros Rivera
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Materials Management Technician (Transfer)
The Blavatnik Family Chelsea Medical Center
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Oversaw warehouse operations, ensuring stringent adherence to proper shipment procedures.
- Managed inventory meticulously through stocking, ordering, and receiving supplies.
- Executed precise data entry and documentation.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable pricing and delivery terms for the company''s benefit.
- Responsible for ordering and restocking Omnicells.
- Streamlined inventory management processes by implementing an efficient organization system, reducing stock discrepancies.
Pharmacy Technician
Mount Sinai Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by thoroughly documenting all relevant information for coworkers during handoffs.
- Prepared and verified floor stock medication for nurse stations and Pyxis machines.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
Pharmacy Technician
Echo Pharmacy
05.2011 - 05.2013
- Data entry of new prescriptions, refills, and insurance information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Billed medical insurance and third-party insurance.
- Specialized in compounding transplant medication and antibiotics.
- Coordinated verification and filling of more than 200 daily prescriptions in high-volume specialty pharmacy environment.
Pharmacy Technician (Temp Job)
Gouverneur Hospital
05.2008 - 02.2009
- Executed precise filling of automated medication dispensers.
- Calculated dosages, filled prescriptions, and prepared accurate prescription labels.
- Managed restocking procedures, expiration date checks, and processed paperwork for third-party insurances.
- Established patient medical charts, accounts, and demographics.
Pharmacy Technician
New York Presbyterian Hospital
04.2006 - 12.2007
- Oversaw inventory for the Pediatric ICU Satellite
- Facilitated the filling and delivery of inpatient cassettes.
- Prepared IVs for Pediatric ICU (PICU and NICU)using aseptic technique.
- Ensured precise preparation of pre-filled pediatric syringes.
- Managed and maintained Pyxis machines, Crash Carts, and Nursing Stations
- Conducted regular checks on expiration dates for all medications.
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Town Total Health
07.1997 - 04.2006
- Coordinated specialty accounts, daily medication orders, and inventory management.
- Processed patient prescriptions, resolved billing issues, and delivered exceptional customer service.
- Demonstrated precision in counting, measuring, and compounding medications following standard procedures.
- Contributed to the success of Town Total Health's Medication Adherence program.
- Implemented and oversaw improvements to the pharmacy organization system.
- Managed incoming phone calls, addressing queries from customers and healthcare providers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and General Studies
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY05.2020
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Opus, Docutrack, Micro Merchant, QS1, and Cerner
- Adherence to PPE compliance
- Proficient in office and medical procedures
- HIPAA compliance and JCAHO regulations
- Expertise in unit dose, aseptic technique, and medical terminology
- Warehouse Operations
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Shipping and Receiving
- Drug Safety
- Prescription Filling
- Drug Inventory Management
- Intravenous Admixture Preparation
Certification
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Materials Management Technician (Transfer)
The Blavatnik Family Chelsea Medical Center
08.2016 - 01.2018
Pharmacy Technician
Mount Sinai Hospital
04.2014 - 08.2016
Pharmacy Technician
Echo Pharmacy
05.2011 - 05.2013
Pharmacy Technician (Temp Job)
Gouverneur Hospital
05.2008 - 02.2009
Pharmacy Technician
New York Presbyterian Hospital
04.2006 - 12.2007
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Town Total Health
07.1997 - 04.2006
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts and General Studies
Borough of Manhattan Community College
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