Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Yolanda Tavares

Walgreens
San Diego
1
Certification
22
years of professional experience

Pharmacy operations professional known for high standards and focus on results. Experienced in managing pharmacy workflows, improving patient safety, and optimizing inventory. Valued for team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in regulatory compliance and process optimization, with reliable and flexible approach to achieving goals.

Work History

RXOM - Pharmacy Operations Manager

3 Years 8 Months
Walgreens | 06.2021 - 02.2025
  • Directed pharmacy operations to enhance workflow efficiency and optimize inventory management.
  • Led training programs for staff on new pharmacy systems, enhancing team performance and service delivery.
  • Implemented standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and improve patient safety.
  • Supervised a team of technicians, fostering an environment of collaboration, continuous improvement, and mutual respect among team members.
  • Evaluated staff performance regularly to ensure they meet established goals while providing coaching or corrective action when necessary.
  • Implemented innovative staff scheduling techniques to optimize personnel allocation during peak hours and minimize overtime costs.

Senior Pharmacy Technician

3 Years
Walgreens | 06.2021 - 06.2024
  • Oversaw medication dispensing processes ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations and standards.
  • Managed inventory control, monitored stock levels, and coordinated ordering of pharmaceuticals.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies to expedite prescription processing.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients through empathetic listening and tailored guidance on medication usage directions or side effects prevention tips.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

18 Years 7 Months
Walgreens | 11.2002 - 06.2021
  • Verified prescription accuracy and ensured compliance with pharmacy regulations.
  • Processed prescription orders using pharmacy software systems efficiently.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.

Education

Diploma

Wareham High School | Wareham, MA | 06.1993

Skills

Prescription verification
Drug utilization review
Schedule management
Employee recruitment and hiring
Immunizations
Workflow optimization

Certification

  • Registered Pharmacy Technician (TCH)
  • Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB)
  • Immunization Certified
  • Walgreens Champion Award (2020)

Timeline

RXOM - Pharmacy Operations Manager

Walgreens
06.2021 - 02.2025Read More

Senior Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
06.2021 - 06.2024Read More

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
11.2002 - 06.2021Read More

Wareham High School

Diploma
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Yolanda Tavares