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Reneka Wilkerson

New Albany,IN

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented IV Certified Pharmacy Technician with 2 years of experience in hospital pharmacy operations. Expertise in sterile compounding, IV medication preparation, and adherence to USP 797 and USP 800 guidelines. Proven ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, ensuring patient safety and medication accuracy through strong attention to detail, effective communication, and precise pharmaceutical calculations. Skilled in inventory management, regulatory compliance, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide optimal patient care. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality assurance and safety protocols.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Norton Healthcare
01.2022 - 04.2024

• Prepare and compound intravenous (IV) medications, including chemotherapy, antibiotics, and nutrition solutions, in a sterile environment.

• Adhere to aseptic techniques and safety protocols to ensure patient safety and medication accuracy.

• Accurately measure and mix solutions under the supervision of a pharmacist.

• Monitor and maintain sterile compounding supplies, equipment, and environment per USP 797 and USP 800 guidelines.

• Assist pharmacists in verifying medication orders for dosage, potential drug interactions, and therapeutic compatibility.

• Manage inventory of IV medications and supplies, ensuring stock is rotated and up-to-date.

• Label and deliver prepared IV medications to designated hospital departments in a timely manner.

• Maintain detailed records of medication compounding and dispensing activities.

• Participate in quality control checks, reporting any discrepancies or errors.

• Provide customer service by addressing patient and healthcare professional inquiries regarding IV medications.

Pharmacy Technician

PharMerica
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries from both patients and healthcare providers promptly and professionally.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by maintaining strict confidentiality in handling sensitive patient information.
  • Verified eligibility and compliance with authorization requirements for service providers.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to expedite the process of obtaining necessary medical documentation for approvals.
  • Reduced claim denials by thoroughly reviewing and analyzing medical necessity documentation before submitting for approval, ensuring all criteria were met.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by effectively communicating with team members and fostering collaboration.
  • Resolved patient billing inquiries and other issues efficiently.

Pharmacy Clerk

Chewy Pharmacy
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to an efficient and safe working environment.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, contributing to the development of new strategies for warehouse efficiency and productivity.
  • Managed inbound shipments by unloading trucks, checking items against invoices, and properly storing products in designated locations.
  • Ensured accurate inventory counts through regular audits and meticulous recordkeeping.
  • Verified prescription information prior to entry in pharmacy computer system.
  • Established and maintained patient profiles, updating organizational database with current information.
  • Stocked shelves with medications and other pharmacy items for consistent availability.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency through effective use of pharmacy software systems for prescription tracking and drug interactions checking.
  • Prepared prescription labels accurately, reducing the risk of medication errors for patients.

Pharmacy Technician

Rite Aid Pharmacy
12.2017 - 12.2018
  • 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.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Assisted in training new team members on standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality of service across the entire team.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Suda E. Butler Traditional High School
Louisville, KY
05.2016

Skills

  • Sterile Equipment Handling

Regulatory Compliance

Pharmacology Knowledge

Multitasking

Crisis Management

Team Collaboration

Patient Safety Focus

Mathematical Proficiency

Physical Stamina

Documentation and Reporting

Sterile Compounding

Pharmaceutical Calculations

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of USP Guidelines

Inventory Management

Communication

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Quality Assurance

Computer Literacy

Certification

  • CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
  • CSPT - Certified Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician

Timeline

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Norton Healthcare
01.2022 - 04.2024

Pharmacy Technician

PharMerica
12.2020 - 01.2022

Pharmacy Clerk

Chewy Pharmacy
01.2018 - 12.2020

Pharmacy Technician

Rite Aid Pharmacy
12.2017 - 12.2018

High School Diploma -

Suda E. Butler Traditional High School
Reneka Wilkerson