CHARLEMAGNE CALUTTUNG
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Detail-oriented Pharmacy Assistant II with expertise in maintaining sterility, safety compliance, and inventory management. Proven ability to streamline processes, enhance customer service, and support pharmacy operations effectively.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Assistant II
BC Cancer Agency Vancouver Centre
600 W 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4E6
02.2024 - Current
- Maintaining absolute sterility inside specialized containment hoods (such as laminar airflow workbenches or biological safety cabinets) to prevent product contamination
- Safely handling antineoplastic agents using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), closed system transfer devices (CSTDs), and proper waste disposal methods.
- Verified drug names, doses, expiration dates, and patient identifiers to avoid catastrophic dosing errors.
- Mastery in using personal protective equipment, including non-permeable gowns, eye protection, and double chemo-rated gloves.
- Maintained inventory levels, ensuring availability of essential pharmaceutical supplies.
- Assisted pharmacists in maintaining a well-organized and clean pharmacy environment for optimal workflow.
- Received deliveries of medication shipments, verifying contents against invoices while adhering to proper storage protocols.
- Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
- Assisted pharmacy staff with preparing medications and filling orders.
- Reduced waiting times for patients by implementing more efficient prescription filling process.
- Ensured clean and organized work environment, complying with safety and hygiene standards.
Assistant Production Manager
Freshpoint Freshpoints
3500 Viking Way, Richmond BC V6V 1N6
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Coordinated production schedules to optimize workflow and meet delivery deadlines.
- Assisted in implementing quality control measures to enhance product consistency.
- Supported inventory management processes, ensuring accurate stock levels.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed daily operations of the production floor, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Successfully managed production activities to achieve on-time shipment of orders.
- Implemented safety protocols, resulting in a decrease in workplace accidents and injuries.
- Contributed to company growth by delivering quality customer service to foster growth and retention.
- Enhanced product quality with thorough inspection protocols and timely feedback to the production team.
- Collaborated with procurement teams to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for ongoing production demands.
- Led quality control initiatives to reduce downtime and boost profits.
Quality Control Technician
Freshpoint Freshcuts
3500 Viking Way, Richmond BC V6V 1N6
09.2016 - 03.2022
- Conducted quality inspections on fresh produce to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Assisted in implementing quality control measures to reduce product defects and enhance freshness.
- Monitored packaging processes, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Collaborated with team members to identify areas for process improvement in production workflows.
Education
Pharmacy Technician
CDI College-Burnaby
5021 Kingsway #500, Burnaby, BC V5H 4P411-2023
Health - Health Care Assistant
Drake College
535 West 10th Avenue, Suite 210 Vancouver, BC V5Z 06-2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Mariano Marcos State University
Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines03-1996
Skills
Stocking shelves
Answering customer questions
Data entry
Product restocking
Timeline
Pharmacy Assistant II
BC Cancer Agency Vancouver Centre
02.2024 - Current
Assistant Production Manager
Freshpoint Freshpoints
03.2022 - 09.2023
Quality Control Technician
Freshpoint Freshcuts
09.2016 - 03.2022
Pharmacy Technician
CDI College-Burnaby
Health - Health Care Assistant
Drake College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Mariano Marcos State University