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Terri Cain

Lincolnton,NC

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Assistant

East Lincoln Animal Hospital
08.2023 - Current
  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
  • Answered telephones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
  • Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and empathy when handling sensitive patient situations, preserving confidentiality at all times.
  • Received deliveries of medication shipments, verifying contents against invoices while adhering to proper storage protocols.
  • Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
  • Supported inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels and expiration date monitoring for medication safety.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Aided in the reduction of prescription errors by meticulously verifying patient information and medication details.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide seamless patient care, addressing inquiries regarding medications and dosages.
  • Increased customer satisfaction, providing compassionate care and detailed medication instructions.
  • Enhanced pharmacy operations by accurately dispensing prescribed medications to patients.
  • Ensured clean and organized work environment, complying with safety and hygiene standards.
  • Conducted regular medication inventory audits to prevent stock shortages and overages.
  • Re-stocked shelves with prescribed medications and health care products.
  • Generated labels for prescriptions and maintained accurate records.
  • Answered questions regarding medication instructions and usage.

Customer Service Associate

East Lincoln Animal Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2022
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Informed customers about special promotions and provided detailed information for various products.
  • Developed and actualized customer service initiatives to decrease wait times.
  • Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales.
  • Improved operational efficiencies while managing customers requests, store inventory, transactions, new purchase orders and pricing needs.
  • Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat business and improved sales.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding backorder availability, future inventory and special orders.

Caddie / Yard Lead

Denver Canine Club
10.2017 - 01.2021

As a Caddie I was responsible for watching the dogs in my care and making sure that they were safe and entertained. When I moved into the Yard Lead position my responsibilities were to teach and train the other Caddies. Help maintain the conditions of the yards , schedule where Caddies were supposed to work and administer temperament test to dogs for acceptance to club. I also wrote report cards for animals who needed them and oversaw the feeding and medication administrations for our boarding dogs.

  • Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Kept dogs safe by remaining alert to environmental conditions such as .
  • Checked animals for injury and illness, writing copious notes regarding symptoms for Yard Supervisors review.
  • Provided adequate attention and consistent oversight to vacationing pets to promote high level of care.
  • Reviewed inventory levels during shifts and placed orders to replenish supplies, including shampoo, canine toothpaste and styptic powder.
  • Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
  • Completed owner paperwork and obtained all necessary information, including possible allergies, potential aggressive behavior, preferred food type and owner contact details.
  • Monitored animals during group play sessions, checking for signs of aggressive or fearful behavior and to prevent biting among dogs.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
  • Laundered soiled animal bedding immediately to reduce infection, using appropriate chemicals.
  • Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow
  • Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Administered treatments to sick or injured animals and consulted veterinarians to handle more complex concerns.
  • Treated basic wellness issues such as superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
  • Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory to maximize team efficiency.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.
  • Washed, groomed and trimmed each animal to enhance coat health.
  • Adhered to all pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions while providing care.
  • Identified animal health concerns and discussed problems with owners.
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, physical condition and food intake.
  • Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support, as well as top-notch care to each animal.
  • Attended to sick or injured animals by securing veterinary care and notifying owners quickly of pet’s condition.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

The Drug Store Lincolnton
08.2006 - 03.2018
  • Verified and filled over 100 prescriptions per day in busy pharmacy setting.
  • Managed medication stocks, including conducting counts, labeling products and maintaining controls.
  • Established and updated patient profiles, including lists of medications and insurance details.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of problem prescriptions and customer questions to maintain optimal team efficiency.
  • Worked with insurance companies to process claims, resolve problems and obtain payments.
  • Consulted with customers via telephone or in-person to assist with navigating pharmacy systems and completing requests.
  • Adhered to regulatory guidelines for workplace safety and customer confidentiality.
  • Compiled customer demographic, allergy and medical history background.
  • Maintained clean and organized pharmacy shelving and work areas.
  • Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
  • Received, reviewed, dispensed, and labeled over 100 prescriptions daily with expert accuracy.
  • Prepared and submitted claims to insurance companies for payment.
  • Participated in prescription pharmaceutical and over-the-counter product inventory audits.
  • Efficiently processed cash register transactions for new and refilled prescription orders.
  • Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
  • Created new customer profiles and updated changes such as demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
  • Greeted customers and answered questions regarding personal medications or over-the-counter pharmacy products.

Education

Certified Pet Care Provider - Pet Care

International Boarding & Pet Services Association

Certified Pet Care Specialist -

International Boarding & Pet Services Association

Pharmacy Technician Certification - Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

Skills

  • Aseptic techniques
  • Proper labeling procedures
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Pharmacy operations
  • FDA compliance
  • Drug inventory control
  • Point of sale systems proficiency
  • Troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment
  • Detail-oriented
  • Time management
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Preparing bulk medications
  • Stocking shelves
  • Verifying orders
  • Excellent telephone etiquette
  • Inventory management
  • Efficient and accurate
  • Drug delivery mechanisms
  • HIPAA trained
  • Pet first aid and CPR certified
  • Company procedure adherence
  • Effective customer communication
  • Customer service
  • Breed and species knowledge
  • Answering customer questions
  • Product restocking
  • Supply Restocking
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Prescription Interpretation
  • Patient Counseling
  • Organizing supplies
  • Drug Classification Knowledge
  • Medication labels
  • Resolving Complaints
  • Document filing
  • Receiving incoming supplies
  • Supply Management
  • Secure storage of medications
  • Resolving customer issues
  • Prescription fulfillment
  • Processing orders
  • Labeling and counting
  • Ordering and stocking medications
  • Labeling prescriptions
  • Oral medication preparation
  • Proper labeling
  • Multitasking
  • Customer Service
  • Organizational Skills
  • Verbal Communication
  • Data Entry

Timeline

Pharmacy Assistant

East Lincoln Animal Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Customer Service Associate

East Lincoln Animal Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2022

Caddie / Yard Lead

Denver Canine Club
10.2017 - 01.2021

Certified Pharmacy Technician

The Drug Store Lincolnton
08.2006 - 03.2018

Certified Pet Care Specialist -

International Boarding & Pet Services Association

Pharmacy Technician Certification - Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

Certified Pet Care Provider - Pet Care

International Boarding & Pet Services Association
Terri Cain