Dynamic Pharmacy IV Technician with a proven track record at Shore Memorial Hospital, specializing in IV admixture and mastering McKesson Connect-Rx pharmacy automation system. Elevated pharmacy operations through meticulous medication packaging and aseptic technique. Renowned for professionalism and a pivotal role in enhancing medication safety and efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
City of Hope cancer center
Newnan, GA
09.2023 - Current
Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
Assisted pharmacists in compounding sterile products according to state regulations.
Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
Ordered drugs from wholesalers as needed and maintained records of incoming shipments.
Verified accuracy of medication labels before they were dispensed to customers.
Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
Prepared compound medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy IV Technician
Piedmont Hospital
Newnan, Ga
03.2014 - Current
Performed training on the use of IV equipment and supplies to other healthcare staff.
Prepared solutions for infusion according to physician orders or established protocols.
Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
Ramp Agent
Delta Airlines
Atlanta, Ga
05.2015 - 12.2019
Loaded and unloaded aircrafts with baggage, cargo, and mail safely and efficiently.
Ensured proper weight balance on aircrafts by placing heavy items in the aft of the plane.
Followed safety procedures such as using reflective gear while working on the ramp.
Pharmacy IV Technician
Shore Memorial Hospital
New Jersey
03.2007 - 12.2013
Responsible for validating barcodes for all new' inventory received to assure that BC-MA by nurses will be successful
Developed from pharmacy automation super user into one of 3 technicians involved in maintaining the system database and troubleshooting hardware problems with McKesson
Developed from pharmacy technician graduate to mastering all technician roles and being One Of the strongest technicians in the department
Roles mastered: IV admix bulk medication packaging using unit dose packaging machines
Ensured proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials used in the IV process.
Provided assistance to nurses in monitoring patient response to treatment and medication administered through an IV line.
Education
Pharmacy Technician -
Harris School of Business
Linwood, NJ
05.2007
Hotel management with minor in marketing
School Of Management
Accra, Ghana
03.1998
Skills
IV admixture
Cerner Millennium PharmNet
McKesson Connect-Rx pharmacy automation system
Barcode Medication Administration
EMAR
Accudose-Rx unit based cabinets (UBCs)
Robot-Rx
McKesson packagers
MedCarousel-Rx
NarcStation-Rx
Anesthesia-Rx
Pyxis UBCs
Sterile technique
Chemotherapy preparation
Aseptic technique
Medication storage
Insurance processing
Intravenous admixture preparation
Manual and automated medication dispensing
FDA and HIPAA compliance
Typing Skills
Medication Packaging
Professionalism
Pharmacy operations
Drug compounding
Awards
Pat On The Back award, 2009, Shore Medical Center
Pharmacy Team Player Award, 2012, Shore Medical Center
Roles And Responsibilities
Responsible for validating barcodes for all new inventory received to assure that BC-MA by nurses will be successful.
Developed from pharmacy automation super user into one of 3 technicians involved in maintaining the system database and troubleshooting hardware problems with McKesson.
Developed from pharmacy technician graduate to mastering all technician roles and being one of the strongest technicians in the department. Roles mastered: IV admix bulk medication packaging using unit dose packaging machines.
New Patient Experience Rep at City of Hope/Cancer Center Treatment of AmericaNew Patient Experience Rep at City of Hope/Cancer Center Treatment of America