Stephanie Coe
Winston-Salem
Summary
Patient-oriented Pharmacy Technician with extensive experience preparing, filling and labeling medications. Highly skilled at processing prescriptions and managing pharmacy inventory. Well-versed in interacting with patients to answer questions and provide status updates on prescription fills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Trellis Supportive Care
Winston-Salem
03.2005 - Current
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescription orders accurately and efficiently.
- Prepared and dispensed medications to patients in accordance with prescriptions.
- Processed prescription orders using pharmacy management software systems.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing prescriptions for filling, including counting tablets and labeling bottles.
- Assisted pharmacists with patient consultations and medication management.
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations and pharmacy policies.
- Managed inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
- Trained new pharmacy technicians on operational procedures and best practices.
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
- Adhered to all federal, state and local laws governing the practice of pharmacy technicians.
- Entered patient profile information into computer systems accurately and completely.
- Established and updated patient profiles, medications and insurance details.
- Compiled customer demographic, allergy, and medical history background.
- Verified accuracy of patient information on prescription orders.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, cleaning spills promptly and properly disposing of waste products.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, answering phones.
- Conducted compliance packaging of prescribed medications into unit dose containers.
- Generated labels for compounded medications using an automated system.
- Prepared IV admixtures under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Prepared compound medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Liaised with pharmacist to measure and prepare medication doses and packaging and label prescriptions.
- Monitored prescription refill requests and communicated with patients regarding their status.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care services.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous drugs or materials in accordance with OSHA standards.
- Received verbal prescriptions from physicians or nurse practitioners via telephone, fax or electronic means.
- Participated in continuing education and training to stay current with pharmacy practices and technology.
- Worked alongside peers to optimize workflow and enhance order completion efficiency., technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Entered patient and prescription information into pharmacy software systems with high attention to detail.
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescription orders accurately and efficiently.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Eckerd Pharmacy
High Point
08.2000 - 03.2005
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications for patients.
- Maintained accurate inventory of pharmaceuticals and supplies in the pharmacy.
- Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
Winston-Salem
05.1998 - 08.2000
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions accurately and efficiently.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked medications as needed.
- Processed customer transactions at the register with attention to detail.
Education
Glenn High School
Winston-Salem, NCSkills
- Prescription processing
- Medication management
- Pharmacy inventory
- Patient consultations
- Refill requests
- Aseptic techniques
- Pharmacology expertise
- Data entry accuracy
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Healthcare collaboration
- Empathy and patience
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Trellis Supportive Care
03.2005 - Current
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Eckerd Pharmacy
08.2000 - 03.2005
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
05.1998 - 08.2000
Glenn High School