Nancy Reeves
Corfu
Summary
Certified Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience at Rochester Regional Health System, specializing in medication dispensing and inventory management. Demonstrated success in improving pharmacy efficiency through strong organizational skills and strict adherence to safety protocols. Maintains HIPAA compliance while providing exceptional patient care and supporting pharmacists.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Rochester Regional Health System
Batavia
10.2021 - 09.2025
- Dispensed medications accurately for patient prescriptions and hospital orders.
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ordering pharmaceutical supplies.
- Processed medication requests using pharmacy management software efficiently.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to ensure safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Monitored medication storage conditions to ensure proper handling and quality control.
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired, or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, cleaning spills promptly and properly disposing of waste products.
- Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas.
- Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.
- Verified accuracy of patient information on prescription orders.
- Maintained pharmacy inventory by restocking shelves with medications and supplies.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies, and logged items into inventory system.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous drugs or materials in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Monitored stock levels of medications in the pharmacy's inventory system.
- Maintained records of controlled substances dispensed according to state regulations.
- Adhered to regulatory guidelines for workplace safety and customer confidentiality.
- Generated labels for compounded medications using an automated system.
- Conducted compliance packaging of prescribed medications into unit dose containers.
- Participated in prescription pharmaceutical and over-the-counter product inventory audits.
- Prepared IV admixtures under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Liaised with pharmacist to measure and prepare medication doses and packaging and label prescriptions.
- Supported pharmacy operations by answering phone calls and directing queries appropriately.
- Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.
- Performed regular medication audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented and followed pharmacy protocols for medication disposal and waste management.
- Managed medication inventory, including ordering and restocking medications as necessary.
- Prepared compound medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Assisted with pharmacy technology updates and troubleshooting to ensure efficient operation.
- Participated in pharmacy inventory management, including tracking expiration dates and removing outdated medications.
- Ordered, labeled and counted stock of medications and entered inventory data into computer.
- Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
- Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
Medication Techninian
Brothers Of Mercy
Lancaster
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Administered medications according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient responses to medications and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained accurate medication records and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects effectively.
- Assisted with daily living activities to support overall patient well-being.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to optimize medication schedules and routines.
- Organized medication inventories to prevent shortages and enhance efficiency.
- Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by physician.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition or behavior associated with medications.
- Maintained accurate records of all medication administered to residents.
- Disposed expired drugs according to regulatory standards.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient health information at all times.
- Assisted with ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and delivering medications throughout the facility.
- Assisted in the preparation and delivery of medications to patients.
- Performed quality assurance checks for accuracy of medication administration.
- Monitored vital signs before administering medications.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient information.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
- Verified expiration dates on all medications prior to dispensing them.
- Monitored residents with self-administered medications and reported deviation from plans of care to licensed or registered nurse.
- Liaised with nursing staff to prepare and administer prescribed medications to patients.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance from nurses and other staff members.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Conducted monthly audits of controlled substances inventory logs.
- Educated patients about their rights regarding access to their own medical information.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to medication management.
- Performed wellness observations, documenting side effects for clinical follow-up.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Leveraged medication expertise to accurately enter medications and supplies into computer system.
- Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Complied with applicable laws governing drug distribution practices.
- Promoted clean and sanitary environment by maintaining department equipment.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for entering medication orders and patient information.
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care services.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care and medication management strategies.
- Provided support and assistance to nursing staff with patient care activities.
- Coordinated with pharmacists to clarify prescriptions and ensure proper medication dispensing.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations regarding medication administration.
- Conducted regular audits of medication administration records for compliance with regulations.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the medication preparation area.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including medication reminders.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
PharMerica
West Seneca
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Processed medication requests using pharmacy management software efficiently.
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to ensure safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Monitored medication storage conditions to ensure proper handling and quality control.
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired, or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, cleaning spills promptly and properly disposing of waste products.
- Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Verified accuracy of patient information on prescription orders.
- Maintained pharmacy inventory by restocking shelves with medications and supplies.
- Checked expiration dates on drug products prior to dispensing them to customers.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous drugs or materials in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Maintained records of controlled substances dispensed according to state regulations.
- Supervised inventory levels to maintain adequate supply of medications and medical supplies.
- Prepared pricing and instruction labels for placement on prescriptions.
- Generated labels for compounded medications using an automated system.
- Conducted compliance packaging of prescribed medications into unit dose containers.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
- Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
- Leveraged database to confirm validity of prescriptions, patient data and drug side effects.
- Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.
- Implemented and followed pharmacy protocols for medication disposal and waste management.
- Managed medication inventory, including ordering and restocking medications as necessary.
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by developing and implementing organizational systems.
- Assisted with pharmacy technology updates and troubleshooting to ensure efficient operation.
- Participated in pharmacy inventory management, including tracking expiration dates and removing outdated medications.
- Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
Skills
- Medication dispensing
- Inventory management
- Pharmacy software
- HIPAA compliance
- Safety protocols
- Continuing education
- HIPAA regulations
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Multitasking and organization
- Prescription labeling
- Drug storage procedures
- Medication storage
- Medication preparation
- Sterile technique
- Drug inventory control
- Troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment
- Dosage form preparation
- Aseptic techniques
- Proper labeling
- Equipment operation
- FDA and HIPAA compliance
- Medication safety protocols
- Pharmacy law compliance
- Manual and automated medication dispensing
- Stocking medications
- Pharmacist support
- Drug security
- Intravenous admixture preparation
- Secure storage of medications
- Pharmacy software proficiency
- Stocking shelves
- Pharmacy ethics
Certification
- New York State License Registered Pharmacy Technician
- National Certified Pharmacy Technician
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Rochester Regional Health System
10.2021 - 09.2025
Medication Techninian
Brothers Of Mercy
01.2020 - 11.2020
Certified Pharmacy Technician
PharMerica
10.2019 - 01.2020