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Darla Whitaker

Summary

Proven Pharmacy Assistant with a track record of enhancing pharmacy operations at Rubicon Pharmacies. Excelled in stocking inventory and supporting team members, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Trained new staff, showcasing leadership and effective communication. Achieved significant improvements in medication safety and efficiency.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Assistant

Rubicon Pharmacies
08.2015 - 01.2025
  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
  • Answered telephones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
  • Received deliveries of medication shipments, verifying contents against invoices while adhering to proper storage protocols.
  • Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
  • Supported inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels and expiration date monitoring for medication safety.
  • Assisted pharmacy staff with preparing medications and filling orders.
  • Operated and maintained automated packaging equipment.
  • Trained new assistants to operate and maintain automated packaging equipment
  • Rolled and fixed medication rolls
  • Trained new pharmacy staff on computer system and drug management protocols.

Sales Associate

Walmart
07.1994 - 07.2015
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.

Education

No Degree - Pre Technologies

Assiniboine Community College
Brandon, MB

High School Diploma -

Birch Hills Composite High
Birch Hills, SK

Skills

  • Stocking shelves
  • Answering customer questions
  • Data entry
  • Product restocking
  • Stocking inventory
  • Labeling and counting
  • Prescription fulfillment
  • Supporting pharmacy operations

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Pharmacy Assistant

Rubicon Pharmacies
08.2015 - 01.2025

Sales Associate

Walmart
07.1994 - 07.2015

No Degree - Pre Technologies

Assiniboine Community College

High School Diploma -

Birch Hills Composite High
Darla Whitaker