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CHAD M.L. BALONE

2-3310 Laburnum Drive, Trail,BC

Summary

Dedicated Pharmacy Technician, excelling in prescription accuracy and patient care. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail and effective communication, ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations. Proficient in compounding practices, I thrive under pressure while fostering positive relationships with customers and healthcare providers.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Technician

Pharmasave Pharmacy
03.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for the preparation, processing and compounding of prescriptions
  • Ensure all technical and administrative aspects of prescription dispensing is in accordance with federal and provincial regulation, standards of practice/store policies to deliver optimal customer care And services.
  • Know the roles of all Pharmacy Team Members to ensure an efficient, safe and productive work environment.
  • Complete and maintain accurate patient records. When required, transfer and receive prescriptions from other Pharmacies.
  • Assess and interpret all prescriptions for completeness, authenticity and legal requirements. Ensure prescription is recorded accurately on patients record.
  • Make patient referrals to the Pharmacist if required for clinical assessment.
  • Select, prepare, package and label prescriptions from available products and extemporaneous compounds as outlined by policies and procedures.
  • Perform accurate prescription adjudication and manage coverage related issues in cooperation with the patient and Pharmacist.
  • Understand and adhere to the quality assurance policies/procedures for job performance management, medication error risk management and narcotic/controlled substance.
  • Maintain the confidential and sensitive nature of the pharmacy/patient relationship at all times in accordance with legislation and standard.
  • Check the prescription for completeness and accuracy and ensure the Pharmacist has reviewed the appropriateness of prescription prior to release.
  • Enter and process the prescription and other purchases using the POS cash register, while providing customer assistance to locate products and make Pharmacist referrals as needed.
  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with customers by rapidly and accurately responding to their needs, as well as the needs of other health care provider.
  • Maintain inventory requirements, coordinate the removal of expired medications in accordance with provincial legislation.

Practicum Student

Shoppers Drug Mart
10.2020 - 10.2020
  • Followed classroom policies and regulations,
  • Enhanced practicum experience by collaborating with the pharmacy team members and integrated their feedback.
  • Developed client rapport through empathetic listening and effective communication, contributing to positive outcomes.
  • Gained both customer service and dispensing experience using Pharmacy software.

Practicum Student

East Kootenay Regional Hospital
08.2020 - 09.2020
  • Gained proficiency in various aspects of the Pharmacy Technician's role through hands-on application during practicum placement.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with my team members.

Sales Associate

Canadian Tire
10.2018 - 07.2019

Sales Associate

The Source
11.2017 - 06.2018

Cashier

A&W
08.2015 - 06.2017

Education

Diploma - Pharmacy Technician Program

Selkirk College
Castlegar, BC
10-2020

High School Diploma -

J.L Crowe Secondary School
Trail, BC
06-2016

Skills

  • Effective Communicator
  • Meticulous Attention to Detail
  • Critical Thinker
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Thrives Under Pressure
  • Knowledge of Pharmacy Law/Regulatory Compliance
  • Proficient in Compounding Practices
  • Pharmaceutical Interaction Knowledge
  • Chemical Safety Procedures
  • Point of Sale System Proficiency
  • Confidentiality Practices

Timeline

Pharmacy Technician

Pharmasave Pharmacy
03.2021 - Current

Practicum Student

Shoppers Drug Mart
10.2020 - 10.2020

Practicum Student

East Kootenay Regional Hospital
08.2020 - 09.2020

Sales Associate

Canadian Tire
10.2018 - 07.2019

Sales Associate

The Source
11.2017 - 06.2018

Cashier

A&W
08.2015 - 06.2017

Diploma - Pharmacy Technician Program

Selkirk College

High School Diploma -

J.L Crowe Secondary School
CHAD M.L. BALONE