Monejha Gardner
Beaufort,SC
Summary
Talented Pharmacy Technician offering several years of experience in filling prescriptions with expert accuracy. Polished in building relationships with customers and promoting teamwork within pharmacy settings. Well-versed in regulatory guidelines and policies governing fraud, waste, and abuse.
Knowledgeable pharmacy professional skilled at helping pharmacists complete accurate prescriptions in fast-paced settings. Security-minded and experienced in coordinating between prescribers, insurance companies and customers to resolve problems. Strong interpersonal and multitasking abilities.
Detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician with many years of success in preparing bulk medications and large-volume intravenous admixtures. Proficient in managing inventory, performing supply audits, and maintaining meticulous records. Committed to upholding highest standards of quality control.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
Port Royal, SC
10.2021 - Current
- Interpreted physician's instructions accurately when preparing prescriptions.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce inventory expenses.
- Monitored staff productivity levels and provided guidance when needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring patient satisfaction and loyalty.
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas.
- Dispensed appropriate medications while adhering to all state laws governing controlled substances.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure optimal patient care.
- Implemented and monitored compliance with pharmacy policies and regulations.
- Consulted with customers via telephone or in-person to assist with navigating pharmacy systems and completing requests.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
- Assisted customers by answering questions, locating items or referring to pharmacist for medication information.
- Ensured that all medications were stored properly, following safety protocols.
- Established and updated patient profiles, medications and insurance details.
- Assisted in the training of new pharmacy technicians and provided feedback on their performance.
- Conducted regular audits of drug inventories to detect any discrepancies or irregularities.
- Developed policies and procedures for the efficient operation of the pharmacy department.
- Reviewed medical charts for appropriateness of prescribed medications.
- Counseled patients on proper medication usage and potential side effects.
- Established or maintained medications and other patient profiles.
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Monitored controlled substances inventory and maintained compliance with regulations.
- Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
- Managed the pharmacy's electronic health records system.
- Maintained a clean and organized pharmacy workspace to ensure efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
- Prepacked bulk medicines, filled bottles with prescribed medications and typed and affixed labels.
- Trained new technicians in pharmacy procedures and customer service.
Lead Medication Technician
Phoenix Senior Living
Beaufort , SC
04.2017 - 05.2019
Education
Associate of Arts - Health Care Management
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL06-2023
Skills
- Intravenous admixture preparation
- Drug storage procedures
- Manual and automated medication dispensing
- Pharmacy and customer records management
- Proper labeling procedures
- HIPAA
- Proper labeling
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Order verification
- Inventory control
- Quality assurance and control
Timeline
Lead Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
10.2021 - Current
Lead Medication Technician
Phoenix Senior Living
04.2017 - 05.2019
Associate of Arts - Health Care Management
Ultimate Medical Academy