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Tamara Johnson

Pharmacy Clerk
Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic Pharmacy Clerk with proven expertise at Rite Aid Pharmacy, excelling in customer service and cash handling accuracy. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and adherence to HIPAA regulations, while streamlining operations and reducing wait times. Committed to maintaining a clean workspace and supporting team efforts to resolve customer inquiries efficiently.

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Pharmacy Clerk

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USLos Angeles, CA
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$19/hr - $40/hr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match4-day work week

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Clerk

Rite Aide Pharmacy
05.2007 - 07.2025
  • Assisted customers with prescription inquiries and medication information.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of pharmacy workspace
  • Handled cash register operations, ensuring accurate transactions and customer receipts.
  • Collaborated with team members to resolve customer issues promptly and effectively.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and regulations while handling pharmaceuticals and related products.
  • Processed payments, returns and exchanges using pharmacy POS system to accurately manage transactions.
  • Reduced wait times for customers with prompt prescription filling and effective communication between pharmacists and patients.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy by maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all customer interactions.
  • Stocked shelves with medications and other pharmacy items for consistent availability.
  • Processed incoming drug orders by checking deliveries against paperwork
  • Provided exceptional service to diverse customers through clear communication, empathy, and cultural sensitivity skills.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Facilitated smooth pharmacy operations by assisting with administrative tasks such as filing, documentation, and phone call management.
  • Ensured accurate data entry of patient information and prescriptions, contributing to reduced errors in medication dispensing.
  • Increased customer loyalty by offering personalized assistance in selecting over-the-counter medications.
  • Greeted customers at counter and provided excellent customer service.
  • Located and processed ready prescriptions to customers, distributed medication information documentation and facilitated medication consultations.

Education

Hamilton High School
Los Angeles, CA
06.1995

Skills

  • Customer Service with a smile
  • Stocking shelves
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Verifying orders
  • Receiving incoming supplies
  • Cash handling accuracy
  • Processing payments
  • Counter support
  • FDA and HIPAA compliance
  • Supporting pharmacy operations
  • Data entry
  • Cash register operations
  • Assist in resolving customer issues
  • Works well with a team or alone
  • Customer identification checks
  • Document faxing and copying
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Multitasking
  • Answer phones

Additional Information

References:

Neda Azizi Pharmacist

310-560-7585

Nedaazizi@hotmail.com


Claudia Gonzales Pharmacy Tech

626-494-7406


Leisa Johnson Lead Shift Supervisor

323-2179058


Tiffany Johnson Personal Reference

310-729-0710


Barbara Maxwell Personal Reference

310-906-8847

Timeline

Pharmacy Clerk

Rite Aide Pharmacy
05.2007 - 07.2025

Hamilton High School
Tamara JohnsonPharmacy Clerk