VALERIE KING
Decatur,USA
Summary
Hospital Pharmacy Technician with over 10 years of experience supporting inpatient pharmacy operations within acute-care, rehabilitation, and specialty hospital settings. Extensive background in sterile compounding, IV admixtures, chemotherapy preparation, medication procurement, inventory management, and pharmacy automation. Demonstrated commitment to regulatory compliance (USP 797, OSHA, DEA, FDA), patient safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for accuracy, efficiency, leadership, and reliability in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Tech IV/ Buyer
Piedmont Eastside Medical
Snellville, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Manage medication procurement, inventory levels, par management, and vendor coordination.
- Document compounding and distribution activities accurately.
- Ensure medication integrity through expiration, recall, and lot monitoring.
Pharmacy Technician
Shepherd Center
Atlanta, GA
01.2017 - Current
- Prepared, packaged, and dispensed medications under pharmacist supervision.
- Compounded IV admixtures and chemotherapy with aseptic technique.
- Restocked Pyxis MedStations, crash carts, and emergency supplies.
- Inspected nursing units for expired or discontinued medications.
- Assisted in training and onboarding of pharmacy staff.
Pharmacy Technician II
Jackson Pharmacy Professionals
Atlanta, GA
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Streamlined high-volume pharmacy workflow across multiple workstations.
- Prepared IV medications and chemotherapy in sterile environments.
- Managed inventory of controlled substances (C2–C5) to ensure compliance.
Pharmacy Technician II / Inventory
Peach Life Pharmacy
Suwanee, GA
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Processed prescriptions, punch cards, and OTC medications efficiently.
- Managed inventory through ordering, returns, and restocking procedures.
- Identified lowest-cost NDCs to minimize pharmacy expenses.
- Delivered compassionate customer service to enhance patient experience.
Pharmacy Technician II
PharMerica
Smyrna, GA
09.2012 - 12.2013
- Prepared IV medications and filled prescriptions for long-term care facilities.
- Maintained inventory and monitored expiration dates to ensure medication safety.
- Ensured compliance with regulations while handling controlled substances.
- Monitored cleanliness of IV hoods to uphold sterile conditions.
Pharmacy Technician
McKenzie Mansfield Pharmacy Services
Stone Mountain, GA
01.2007 - 06.2011
- Executed prescription data entry, insurance billing, and unit dose packaging efficiently.
- Managed pharmacy inventory and clerical tasks to support daily operations.
- Maintained cleanliness of IV hoods and rooms with approved disinfectants.
- Prepared medications for accurate dispensing and timely delivery.
Education
Pharmacy Technician -
Iverson Business School
Norcross, GA07.2007
Skills
- Chemotherapy Preparation
- Medication Dispensing & Packaging
- Medication Procurement & Inventory Management
- Pyxis MedStations & Pharmacy Automation
- Controlled Substances (C2-C5)
- USP 797 / Regulatory Compliance
- Accurate Documentation & Calculations
Certifications And Licensure
- Sterile Products IV Certification, 2013- Present , National Pharmacy Technician Association
- National Pharmacy Technician Certification, 2011- Present, Pharmacy Medication Technician Board
- Registered Pharmacy Technician, 2011- Present, State of Georgia
- Pharmacy Technician Externship, 01/07, Target Pharmacy - Stone Mountain, GA
- Pharmacy Technician, 01/07, Iverson Business School - Norcross, GA, 3.7
Timeline
Pharmacy Tech IV/ Buyer
Piedmont Eastside Medical
08.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Shepherd Center
01.2017 - Current
Pharmacy Technician II
Jackson Pharmacy Professionals
01.2015 - 01.2017
Pharmacy Technician II / Inventory
Peach Life Pharmacy
10.2014 - 12.2015
Pharmacy Technician II
PharMerica
09.2012 - 12.2013
Pharmacy Technician
McKenzie Mansfield Pharmacy Services
01.2007 - 06.2011
Pharmacy Technician -
Iverson Business School