Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Vickie Wats

Vickie Wats

Clarksville,Tennessee

Summary

Conscientious Lead pharmacy technician equipped with skills to lead and motivate pharmacy staff. Optimize performance with improved workflows and quality-focused approaches. Proficient in all facets of successful operations, including filling orders, inventory management, and drug security.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Reimbursement Specialist 2 Pharmacy Technician

Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided exceptional customer service when responding to patient inquiries about reimbursement status and procedures.
  • Identified trends in reimbursement denials, recommending process improvements to minimize future occurrences.
  • Supported company objectives by maintaining compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations governing medical billing practices.
  • Advanced internal communication channels by sharing best practices among colleagues, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of healthcare billing practices, staying current on industry updates and changes in regulations.

Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician

Kroger Pharmacy
09.2015 - Current
  • Supported pharmacists by measuring, counting and labeling prescriptions
  • Met customer needs with fast and knowledgeable pharmacy support
  • Maintained standards by orienting, training, and monitoring all new pharmacy technicians
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparation and dispensing of medications for patients as needed
  • Trained new pharmacy technicians in various tasks including medication dispensing, inventory management, and customer service
  • Collaborated with pharmacists to resolve medication-related issues and inquiries from patients or healthcare providers
  • Coordinated with suppliers and wholesalers to ensure timely delivery of medications, supplies, and equipment

Pharmacy Technician

Fred's Pharmacy
09.2002 - 07.2015
  • Kept inventory accurate with effective management and regular cycle counts
  • Supported pharmacists by measuring, counting and labeling prescriptions
  • Minimized risk and maintained accuracy through consistent adherence to proper medication-handling techniques and industry best practices
  • Avoided product waste with proper stock rotation procedures
  • Met customer needs with knowledgeable pharmacy support
  • Processed insurance claims for patient medication

Education

Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Social Worker

Coahoma Community College
08.2007

High School - undefined

Rosa Fort
08.1994

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Excellent Intrapersonal and Communication skills
  • Outstanding Supervisory-Leadership and Presentation Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Certification

  • Immunization Certified
  • CPR/BLS Certified

Timeline

Reimbursement Specialist 2 Pharmacy Technician

Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital
08.2024 - Current

Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician

Kroger Pharmacy
09.2015 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

Fred's Pharmacy
09.2002 - 07.2015

Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Social Worker

Coahoma Community College

High School - undefined

Rosa Fort
  • Immunization Certified
  • CPR/BLS Certified
Vickie Wats