Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Traci Lawson

Jamestown,OH

Summary

Dynamic Certified Pharmacy Technician Specialist with a proven track record at Adena Health, excelling at inter-departmental communications and training pharmacy staff on both new technologies and didactic processes and competencies. Experienced with specialty medication ordering, white bag dispensing, and inventory management. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and quality assurance ensures safe and effective pharmacy operations. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges in a different area of pharmacy practice and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Pharmacy Technician Specialist

Adena Health
11.2018 - Current
  • Learned and applied safety protocols for handling hazardous materials in pharmacy settings.
  • Trained new technicians on proper procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent quality of service.
  • Worked with computerized and automated systems for managing inventory and filling clinic orders.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Maintained drug inventory by setting par levels and ordering necessary medications and supplies.
  • Streamlined pharmacy operations through effective organization of supplies, workspace layout optimization, and process improvements.
  • Proactively addressed conflicts within the pharmacy team to maintain a positive work environment.

Pharmacy Buyer

Cardinal Hill Rehab Hospital
10.2015 - 09.2018
  • Developed and implemented strategic purchasing plans for pharmaceutical inventory management.
  • Reduced medication waste by closely monitoring stock levels and coordinating timely purchases to maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Coordinated returns of expired or damaged medications according to established protocols, minimizing financial losses for the organization.
  • Provided support during pharmacy inspections by presenting organized documentation of purchasing processes and inventory controls.
  • Managed and maintained purchase orders and invoices.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Total Care Pharmacy
09.2012 - 06.2015
  • Trained staff on pharmacy protocols and medication handling procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely reordering of medications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to verify prescriptions and resolve discrepancies for patient safety.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced medication dispensing errors and improved workflow efficiency.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by delivering friendly, personalized service during transactions.
  • Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
  • Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
  • Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.

Education

Certificate - Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Sullivan University
Louisville, KY

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Maysville Community And Technical College
Cynthiana, KY
12.2008

Skills

  • Data entry
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Customer service
  • Workflow optimization
  • Drug storage procedures
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Inventory management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Drug inventory control
  • New hire onboarding
  • Sterile technique
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Verbal and written communication
  • FDA and HIPAA compliance
  • Troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment
  • Quality assurance and control

Accomplishments

    -Aided with start up and maintenance of on-site hospital infusion center.

    -Received super-user training and helped introduce inventory management software to the hospital pharmacy.

Certification

Certified Pharmacy Technician through PTCB

Registered Pharmacy Technician in Ohio

Timeline

Certified Pharmacy Technician Specialist

Adena Health
11.2018 - Current

Pharmacy Buyer

Cardinal Hill Rehab Hospital
10.2015 - 09.2018

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Total Care Pharmacy
09.2012 - 06.2015

Certificate - Pharmacy Technician Training Program

Sullivan University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Maysville Community And Technical College