Tommy Blackburn

Atlanta Cancer Care, affiliated with Northside Hospital, Atlanta, GA

- Compounds medications for cancer patients during their treatments, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of specialized medications as per physicians' orders.
- Manages medication procurement and inventory, collaborating closely with doctors and pharmacists to maintain efficient pharmaceutical services for oncology patients.

Additional Military Assignments:

-Naval Hospital Puerto Rico
- USS Saipan and USS Nassau
- Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, NC
- Naval Hospital Jacksonville, FL

Naval Hospital Great Lakes, IL

• Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
• Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.
• Completed and filed patient paperwork, updating records in system with insurance carrier changes and allergy information.
• Maintained pharmacological practices by checking drug inventory, stocking medications and monitoring supplies.
• Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.

USS LY Spear

• Solely responsible for managing the pharmacy and overseeing the dispensing of oral and IV medications for a population of 5000 sailors aboard the USS LY Spear.
  Demonstrated exceptional organizational and leadership skills in the unique environment of a naval vessel, ensuring the effective provision of pharmaceutical care to all personnel.
• 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.

US Naval Hosptial Great Lakes

Great Lakes IL

Played a crucial role in the pharmacy operations, gaining valuable experience in providing pharmaceutical services to naval personnel and their families.

• 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.
• Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
• Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.