Tawnya Gagnon
REDMOND
Summary
Patient-oriented Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience preparing, filling and labeling medications. Highly skilled at processing prescriptions and managing pharmacy inventory. Well-versed in interacting with patients to answer questions and provide status updates on prescription fills.
Skilled Pharmacy Technician with background in medical prescription assistance and customer service. Experience includes managing medication inventory, providing patient counseling, and assisting pharmacists with prescription fulfillment. Strong communication skills, knowledge of pharmacy law and ethics, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously highlight abilities. Previous roles have showcased commitment to patient care, efficiency improvement in workflow management, and fostering relationships with healthcare providers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Pharmacy Tech, CPhT
Olympic Medical Center
Port Angeles
05.2019 - Current
- Dispensed medications accurately and efficiently for diverse patient needs.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock of pharmaceuticals and supplies.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing medication orders and verifying prescriptions.
- Prepared customized medications based on physician prescriptions and patient needs.
- Operated compounding equipment to ensure accurate formulation of sterile products.
- Assisted pharmacists in verifying ingredient quality and sourcing materials.
- Trained new staff on compounding procedures and safety protocols thoroughly.
- Maintained accurate records of compounded medications and ingredients used.
- Verified accuracy of all prepared products before dispensing.
- Followed proper aseptic technique while preparing sterile products.
- Reconstituted bulk powders into oral suspensions following established protocols.
- Dispensed finished compounded medications by filling appropriate containers with prescribed amounts of medication.
- Kept abreast of current trends in pharmacy technology through continuing education courses.
Walmart Pharmacy
Walmart
Port Angeles
03.2016 - 11.2019
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Safeway Pharmacy
Safeway
Port Angeles
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Washington State License - Pharmacy
Pharmacy Tech University
Port Angeles, WA 01.2015 - 01.2016
Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy
Ashworth College
Norcross, GASkills
- Medication dispensing
- Compounding techniques
- Inventory management
- Aseptic technique
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Regulatory compliance
- Training and mentoring
- Quality assurance
- Drug inventory management
- Medication labels
- Patient confidentiality
- Pharmacy law compliance
Certification
- National Certification, CPhT
Accomplishments
- Five year award
- Kudos from coworkers (written meeting Thank you written in appreciation to recognize and showcase teamwork)
Affiliations
- Foster Parents and Foster to adopt in Clallam County, Wa.
- Teacher in the Teen Mom alternative High School with a focus on High Risk teens
- Photographer, own my own business
- Caretaker of mother with Dementia for years prior to her placement in a memory care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospital Pharmacy Tech, CPhT
Olympic Medical Center
05.2019 - Current
Safeway Pharmacy
Safeway
08.2018 - 08.2019
Walmart Pharmacy
Walmart
03.2016 - 11.2019
Washington State License - Pharmacy
Pharmacy Tech University
01.2015 - 01.2016
Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy
Ashworth College