Casey Ellis-Cornelius
347-***-**** - *******@*****.***
August 1st, 2017
To whom it may concern:
Thank you for the opportunity to apply for the Pharmacy Technician position.
After reviewing your job description, it’s clear that you’re looking for a candidate who can perform their responsibilities and duties confidently. Given the requirements, I am certain that I am the perfect choice to do the job adeptly. I have the skills and experience to successfully perform above expectations.
I have over 12 years of experience working as a Certified Pharmacy Technician at Kings County Hospital. I am certified in Medication Therapy Management and Diabetes Medication Therapy Management. I have experience in Outpatient (including Pharmacy Billing), and the Inpatient Department including IV. During my tenure there, I learned valuable professional skills such as back office operations, customer service, and data entry (MS Office Suite & iWork). I also have over 11 years of extensive experience with multiple types of Automated Dispensing Machines, including Pyxis. I attended Medgar Evers College (CUNY), majoring in Biology and Psychology. In my professional life, I have been consistently praised as diligent by managers and peers. Whether working on academic, extracurricular, or professional projects, I have applied great initiative, multitasking, and planning skills. I will leverage these qualities with integrity as a Pharmacy Technician in your Pharmacy Department.
After reviewing my resume, I know you will agree that I am the type of competent and competitive candidate you are looking for. I look forward to elaborating on how my specific skills and abilities will benefit your organization. Please contact me at 347-***-**** or via email at *******@*****.*** to arrange a convenient meeting time.
Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Casey Ellis-Cornelius
Resume
Casey Ellis-Cornelius
1545 Longfellow Ave Apt 2 Bronx, NY 10460
*******@*****.*** -347-***-****
Objective
To provide outstanding quality service as a Pharmacy Technician where I will be able to integrate my extensive pharmacy experience, vigorous energy, and skills.
Experience
Pharmacy Technician
Kings County Hospital, Brooklyn, NY
August 2005 – June 2017
● Assisted with training other personnel in pharmacy; duties/obtained
● Placed calls when requested, placed and answered page requests for Pharmacists.
● Accurately processed and distributed a high volume of prescriptions (over 800 medication orders daily).
● Provided customer service to ensure patient satisfaction
● Initiated the creation of new forms to help provide the department staff with a better understanding of correct procedures, which increased revenue and productivity.
● Provided staff support to accommodate patient care.
● Established and accurately maintained all files, logs, and medical records
● Worked on additional projects with supervisory management as needed.
● Effectively maintained and serviced Automated Dispensing Machines
(PYXIS) for 11 years.
● Completed Nursing Unit Inspections, and unit-dose distribution effectively and in a timely fashion
● Reduced medication errors and medication waste, which improved overall costs for the hospital and healthcare costs for the patients served.
Education and Certifications
Certificate from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, 2006 Medication Therapy Management Certificate, 2017
Diabetes Therapy Management Certificate, 2017
Awards
CUNY Medgar Evers College, Dean’s List, 2013 & 2014
National Honor Society, 2014