Scarlet Caton Demumbreum
Murfreesboro,TN
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IV
Nashville General Hospital
Nashville, TN
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
- Diagnosed problems using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies.
- Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
- Calculated dosages for intravenous medications according to physician orders.
- Maintained accurate records of patient profiles, medication inventories and drug preparations.
- Prepared and administered intravenous medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed quality control checks on IV admixtures prior to administration.
- Ensured that all IV admixture solutions are prepared in accordance with the safety guidelines established by the hospital pharmacy department.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing sterile products for chemotherapy treatments, antibiotics and other complex medications requiring specialized preparation techniques.
- Verified accuracy of prescription information entered into the computer system for each order filled or compounded.
- Monitored expiration dates on all supplies used in compounding and restocked when necessary.
- Reported any discrepancies between actual product received and what was ordered to appropriate personnel immediately.
- Responded promptly to requests from nursing staff regarding medication availability, dosing questions.
- Provided technical support to other pharmacy personnel as needed during peak times or periods of high workloads.
- Conducted regular inventory audits of drugs, supplies and equipment used in the IV room to ensure proper stock levels are maintained at all times.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to new developments in IV therapy protocols and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare team members concerning patient care needs involving parenteral nutrition therapies.
- Identified potential problems associated with compounding processes such as chemical incompatibilities or contamination risks.
- Adhered strictly to all policies and procedures governing sterile compounding practices within the facility.
- Evaluated IV admixture solutions for clarity, particulate matter, pH level, temperature stability and sterility prior to dispensing them for use.
- Reviewed patient charts for appropriateness of medication selection before administering it intravenously.
- Assisted with training new employees on aseptic technique principles, safe handling of hazardous drugs and general pharmacy operations.
- Transferred medication from vials to sterile, disposable syringes using aseptic techniques.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment or work areas according to prescribed methods.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
- Monitored supply inventory and promptly submitted replenishment orders to prevent shortages.
- Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
- Prepacked bulk medicines, filled bottles with prescribed medications and typed and affixed labels.
- Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
- Ordered, labeled and counted stock of medications and entered inventory data into computer.
- Received and stored incoming supplies and informed supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
- Established or maintained medications and other patient profiles.
- Received written prescription or refill requests, verifying information for completeness and accuracy.
- Assisted customers by answering questions, locating items or referring to pharmacist for medication information.
- Computed charges for medication or equipment dispensed to hospital patients and entered data into computer.
- Communicated effectively with doctors and insurance agencies to resolve prescription cost discrepancies.
- Prepared and processed medical insurance claim forms and records.
Chemotherapy Preparations Technician
Tennessee Oncology
Nashville, TN
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepared medication dosages for administration according to established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Ordered medical supplies as needed for oncology department operations.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to oncology care.
- Identified potential risks associated with chemotherapy medications prior to administration.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members including nurses, pharmacists, social workers and dietitians to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Monitored medical supply inventory to ensure consistent availability of critical items.
- Adhered to all safety and infection control precautions and regulations.
- Protected patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies.
- Reported safety hazards to supervisors, removing risk and promoting workplace safety.
- Cleaned and sterilized laboratory equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
- Managed inventory purchasing, organization and tracking.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Calculated dosages for intravenous medications according to physician orders.
- Maintained accurate records of patient profiles, medication inventories and drug preparations.
- Prepared and administered intravenous medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed quality control checks on IV admixtures prior to administration.
- Ensured that all IV admixture solutions are prepared in accordance with the safety guidelines established by the hospital pharmacy department.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing sterile products for chemotherapy treatments, antibiotics and other complex medications requiring specialized preparation techniques.
- Verified accuracy of prescription information entered into the computer system for each order filled or compounded.
- Monitored expiration dates on all supplies used in compounding and restocked when necessary.
- Reported any discrepancies between actual product received and what was ordered to appropriate personnel immediately.
- Responded promptly to requests from nursing staff regarding medication availability, dosing questions.
- Provided technical support to other pharmacy personnel as needed during peak times or periods of high workloads.
- Conducted regular inventory audits of drugs, supplies and equipment used in the IV room to ensure proper stock levels are maintained at all times.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to new developments in IV therapy protocols and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare team members concerning patient care needs involving parenteral nutrition therapies.
- Identified potential problems associated with compounding processes such as chemical incompatibilities or contamination risks.
- Adhered strictly to all policies and procedures governing sterile compounding practices within the facility.
- Evaluated IV admixture solutions for clarity, particulate matter, pH level, temperature stability and sterility prior to dispensing them for use.
- Reviewed patient charts for appropriateness of medication selection before administering it intravenously.
- Assisted with training new employees on aseptic technique principles, safe handling of hazardous drugs and general pharmacy operations.
- Transferred medication from vials to sterile, disposable syringes using aseptic techniques.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment or work areas according to prescribed methods.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
- Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
- Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
Certified Pharmacy Technician/Pharmacy Advocate
Ascension St. Thomas Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy
Nashville, TN
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Shift Lead duties
- Refilling RX stations
- IV room technician
- Provided medication and other healthcare products to customers accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
- Verified accuracy of patient information on prescription orders.
- Maintained pharmacy inventory by restocking shelves with medications and supplies.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
- Conducted compliance packaging of prescribed medications into unit dose containers.
- Maintained records of controlled substances dispensed according to state regulations.
- Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous drugs or materials in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, cleaning spills promptly and properly disposing of waste products.
- Checked expiration dates on drug products prior to dispensing them to customers.
- Generated labels for compounded medications using an automated system.
- Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.
- Monitored stock levels of medications in the pharmacy's inventory system.
- Prepared IV admixtures under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- 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.
- Calculated dosages for intravenous medications according to physician orders.
- Maintained accurate records of patient profiles, medication inventories and drug preparations.
- Prepared and administered intravenous medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed quality control checks on IV admixtures prior to administration.
- Ensured that all IV admixture solutions are prepared in accordance with the safety guidelines established by the hospital pharmacy department.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing sterile products for chemotherapy treatments, antibiotics and other complex medications requiring specialized preparation techniques.
- Verified accuracy of prescription information entered into the computer system for each order filled or compounded.
- Monitored expiration dates on all supplies used in compounding and restocked when necessary.
- Reported any discrepancies between actual product received and what was ordered to appropriate personnel immediately.
- Responded promptly to requests from nursing staff regarding medication availability, dosing questions.
- Provided technical support to other pharmacy personnel as needed during peak times or periods of high workloads.
- Conducted regular inventory audits of drugs, supplies and equipment used in the IV room to ensure proper stock levels are maintained at all times.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to new developments in IV therapy protocols and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare team members concerning patient care needs involving parenteral nutrition therapies.
- Identified potential problems associated with compounding processes such as chemical incompatibilities or contamination risks.
- Adhered strictly to all policies and procedures governing sterile compounding practices within the facility.
- Evaluated IV admixture solutions for clarity, particulate matter, pH level, temperature stability and sterility prior to dispensing them for use.
- Reviewed patient charts for appropriateness of medication selection before administering it intravenously.
- Assisted with training new employees on aseptic technique principles, safe handling of hazardous drugs and general pharmacy operations.
- Transferred medication from vials to sterile, disposable syringes using aseptic techniques.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment or work areas according to prescribed methods.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
- Monitored supply inventory and promptly submitted replenishment orders to prevent shortages.
- Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
- Prepacked bulk medicines, filled bottles with prescribed medications and typed and affixed labels.
- Ordered, labeled and counted stock of medications and entered inventory data into computer.
- Received and stored incoming supplies and informed supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
Registered Pharmacy Technician/Certified Immunizer
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Nashville, TN
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Preform technician duties (filling rxs, mixing, PCR testing, third party rejection solving, inventory, ordering, etc.) in a busy retail setting
- Scheduling of employees was recently added to my duties
- Maintained accurate records of medications, including dosages, patient information and other related data.
- Assisted pharmacists with preparing and filling prescriptions for patients.
- Input prescription orders into computer system accurately and efficiently.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts, and counting money back to customers.
- Answered telephones promptly and courteously, responding to inquiries or transferring calls as appropriate.
- Verified insurance coverage for prescriptions.
- Organized medication stock shelves alphabetically and numerically on a regular basis.
- Received incoming shipments of medications from wholesalers or manufacturers in accordance with company policies.
- Maintained inventory levels by reordering drugs as needed.
- Checked expiration dates on all medications regularly to ensure freshness of product.
- Labeled containers with correct drug name, strength, dosage form and quantity per instructions from pharmacist.
- Monitored storage areas for proper temperature control of medications.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians' offices regarding prescription refills.
- Participated in continuing education programs relevant to pharmacy operations.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
- Improved inventory management procedures to reduce overhead, backorders and overstock.
- Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
- Assisted customers by answering questions, locating items or referring to pharmacist for medication information.
- Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
- Prepared and processed medical insurance claim forms and records.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
Biopharma Technician
Aegis Science Corporation
Nashville, TN
08.2020 - 07.2021
- High volume COVID lab
- Accessioned and aliquoted COVID and FLU samples
- Head of rework and quality assurance program
- Assisted with genetic sequencing of the virus
- Left when COVID had died down before Delta variant.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
- Diagnosed problems using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies.
- Developed detailed reports documenting test results for analysis by engineers.
- Operated specialized diagnostic tools used to identify system faults.
- Analyzed data collected during testing to determine root cause of failure.
- Provided training sessions for junior technicians on proper use of test equipment and techniques for troubleshooting complex systems.
- Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while working in the lab environment.
- Managed workflow and productivity of lower-level technicians to keep projects on task.
Pharmacy Technician/Operations Manager
Hester Drug Co.
Rutherford, TN
01.2000 - 01.2021
- This was my family's business. We sold in 2021.
- Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Provided customer service to patients by answering questions about medications and health-related topics.
- Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
- Retrieved medication from shelves based on physician orders and delivered them to pharmacists for review.
- Ordered drugs from wholesalers as needed and maintained records of incoming shipments.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
- Received payment from customers and processed credit card transactions when necessary.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
- Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
- Kept accurate records of controlled substances received and dispensed in accordance with DEA regulations.
- Assisted in training new employees on pharmacy procedures.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Improved inventory management procedures to reduce overhead, backorders and overstock.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
- Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
- Answered telephones to respond to questions or requests.
- Entered prescription information into computer databases.
- Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
- Greeted customers and answered questions regarding personal medications or over-the-counter pharmacy products.
- Mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to track stock levels and minimize costs.
- Analyzed data from daily reports to identify trends in production performance metrics.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
- Implemented innovative strategies that reduced operating costs while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations and customer service.
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
- Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations.
- Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
03.2011 - 03.2019
- STAY AT HOME MOM AND VOLUNTEER VETERINARY ASSISTANT FOR LOCAL HUMANE SOCIETY
EMT-IV/Phlebotomist/Mobile Team Lead
Lifeblood MSRBC
Memphis, TN
10.2009 - 02.2011
- Lead mobile blood drives
- Preformed equipment maintenance
- Quality control compliance of documentation
- Left due to spouse's job.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Documented patient information, treatments provided, and changes in condition on appropriate forms.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during medical emergencies.
- Maintained equipment and supplies necessary for providing medical services in field settings.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when responding to emergency situations.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians or according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers such as paramedics and nurses.
- Facilitated communication between family members of a patient undergoing treatment.
- Attended continuing education courses related to EMT skills development.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
EMT-IV/Operations Manager/Dispatch
Eagle Medical Services
Memphis, TN
12.2005 - 10.2009
- Assisted in the transport of patients from accident scenes to medical facilities.
- Performed basic life support, including CPR and airway management.
- Provided emergency care at the scene of an accident or other medical incident.
- Responded to 911 calls for assistance with medical emergencies.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Documented patient information, treatments provided, and changes in condition on appropriate forms.
- Assessed patients' conditions during transport and communicated findings to healthcare staff upon arrival at hospital.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during medical emergencies.
- Maintained equipment and supplies necessary for providing medical services in field settings.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when responding to emergency situations.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding updates on location, estimated time of arrival, and any special needs of the patient.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians or according to established protocols.
- Educated patients on pre-hospital treatment techniques such as bleeding control methods.
- Conducted assessments of trauma victims using advanced assessment techniques.
- Operated ambulances safely under both normal and emergency conditions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers such as paramedics and nurses.
- Facilitated communication between family members of a patient undergoing treatment.
- Attended continuing education courses related to EMT skills development.
- Participated in drills designed to prepare responders for handling large-scale emergencies.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Researched new technologies related to EMS operations in order to improve processes.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
- Trained new hires by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
- Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
- Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
- Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
Education
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN -
02.2024
ADVANCED CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN -
01.2023
CERTIFIED STERILE COMPOUNDING TECHNICIAN -
12.2022
Emergency Medical Technology
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN12-2005
REGISTERED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN -
12.2000
Skills
- Collaboration
- Leadership
- Written Communication
- Customer Relations
- Conflict Resolution
- PPE Use
- Clerical Support
- Quality Assurance
- Data Management
- Research
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Remote Office Availability
- Drug Inventory Management
- Order Verification
- Workflow Optimization
- Insurance Billing
- Billing Support
- Regulatory Compliance
- Prescription Filling
- FDA Compliance
- Medication Dispensing
- Supply Restocking
- Insurance Verification
- Pharmacy Operations
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- HIPAA
- Aseptic Techniques
- Proper Labeling Procedures
- Interpreting Orders
- Staff Development
- New Hire Onboarding
- Workflow Efficiency
- Inventory Tracking
- Item Pricing
- Insurance Processing
- Medication Documentation
- IV Supply Restocking
- Data Entry
- Medical Coding
- IV Pack Preparation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Mathematical Aptitude
- Troubleshooting Malfunctioning Equipment
- Laboratory Operations
- Dispensing Medications
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Prioritization and Organization
- Staff Leadership
- Pharmacy Management Software
- Wholesale Ordering
- Employee Training
- Hematology and Oncology Knowledge
- Medical Insurance Claims Processing
Certification
- BLS for healthcare providers- current (renewed 2021)
- EMT-IV/NREMT 2005
- CNA- 2001 Volunteer. Received my CNA license at 16. Volunteered at local nursing home. Medication verification
- Chemotherapy compounding (USP 800)
- Pharmacy Billing
- Medication History Certification
- Hazordous Material Certification
Personal Information
Title: Certified Pharmacy Technician
Hobbies and Interests
I enjoy volunteering and doing charity work for various organizations.
Accomplishments
- Academic achievement award in EMT school
- Award for implementation of QA programs
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Sign Language
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IV
Nashville General Hospital
01.2023 - 11.2023
Chemotherapy Preparations Technician
Tennessee Oncology
08.2022 - 01.2023
Certified Pharmacy Technician/Pharmacy Advocate
Ascension St. Thomas Hospital Inpatient Pharmacy
03.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Pharmacy Technician/Certified Immunizer
Walgreen's Pharmacy
07.2021 - 02.2022
Biopharma Technician
Aegis Science Corporation
08.2020 - 07.2021
03.2011 - 03.2019
EMT-IV/Phlebotomist/Mobile Team Lead
Lifeblood MSRBC
10.2009 - 02.2011
EMT-IV/Operations Manager/Dispatch
Eagle Medical Services
12.2005 - 10.2009
Pharmacy Technician/Operations Manager
Hester Drug Co.
01.2000 - 01.2021
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN -
ADVANCED CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN -
CERTIFIED STERILE COMPOUNDING TECHNICIAN -
Emergency Medical Technology
Southwest Tennessee Community College
REGISTERED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN -
- BLS for healthcare providers- current (renewed 2021)
- EMT-IV/NREMT 2005
- CNA- 2001 Volunteer. Received my CNA license at 16. Volunteered at local nursing home. Medication verification
- Chemotherapy compounding (USP 800)
- Pharmacy Billing
- Medication History Certification
- Hazordous Material Certification
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