Valerie Howard
Cedar Hill
Summary
Detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician skilled in medication dispensing, inventory management, and IV preparation. Ensures compliance and patient safety through effective aseptic techniques. Expert in managing stock and preparing medications with precision, contributing to accuracy in pharmaceutical calculations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CPHT
Henry Ford Hospital
Detroit
05.2005 - 03.2021
- Prepared and dispensed medications for patients in accordance with prescriptions.
- Conducted compliance packaging of prescribed medications into unit dose containers.
- Prepared IV admixtures under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired, or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
- Engaged in continuing education and training to maintain up-to-date knowledge of pharmacy practices and technology advancements.
Sales Associate
Payless Shoe source
Detroit
03.2004 - 04.2005
- Guided customers in selecting footwear tailored to occasions and personal preferences.
- Executed accurate sales transactions through point-of-sale system to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Ensured store cleanliness, maintaining inviting environment through regular upkeep of floors, windows, and displays.
Sales Associate
Super Kmart
Detroit
10.2001 - 05.2003
- Greeted customers and delivered personalized service to ensure positive shopping experiences.
- Processed transactions by accepting payments, issuing receipts, and accurately counting change.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise to enhance inventory presentation and attract customers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy Technician
Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI03-2005
Skills
- IV preparation
- Medication dispensing
- Aseptic techniques
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Pharmacy software
- Inventory management
- Time management
Timeline
CPHT
Henry Ford Hospital
05.2005 - 03.2021
Sales Associate
Payless Shoe source
03.2004 - 04.2005
Sales Associate
Super Kmart
10.2001 - 05.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Pharmacy Technician
Wayne County Community College