Pharmacy Technician
ST. John's Medical Plaza Pharmacy
Santa Monica, CA
2002 - 2016
- Processed medication orders accurately using pharmacy management software.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescriptions efficiently.
- Maintained inventory levels, ensuring availability of medications and supplies.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols consistently.
- Implemented workflow improvements to enhance pharmacy efficiency and reduce errors.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Set up and modified patient profiles to include current medications and insurance details.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
- Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.