LaPorchia Powell
Pharmacy Tech/ Cashier - Walmart
***** ******** ***** - *******, ** 77082
***************@*****.*** - 281-***-****
• Pharmacy Tech highly skilled at diagnostic and laboratory therapeutic procedures. Experience
training new staff on proper testing and equipment operation.
• Medical Laboratory Technician with 4 years calibrating and adjusting malfunctioning
equipment, as well as completing routine and emergency maintenance on laboratory
instruments.
• Reliable and highly accurate Pharmacy Tech focused on quality completion of all lab
procedures under tight deadlines. Works well under pressure.
• Motivated customer service specialist with over 5 years retail experience in a fast-paced,
team-based environment.
• Cashier driven to exceed sales goals and build long term relationships with customers.
Delivers positive experiences through high-quality customer care.
• Call Center Representative versed in customer support in high call volume environments.
Superior computer skills and telephone etiquette.
• Customer service professional seeking a management role. Skilled in training staff and
establishing rapport with clients. Self-motivated with exceptional communication and computer
capabilities. Friendly Sales Associate adept at working in diverse retail and customer service
environments.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Pharmacy Tech/ Cashier
Park place - Petal, MS - May 2014 to November 2014
Set up and explained new membership contracts.
• Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
• Closely monitored department performance metrics.
• Helped achieve pharmacy business objectives by increasing sales and gross margins by 85
percent.
• Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before
dispensing medications.
• Provided specialized services to help patients manage conditions such as diabetes, asthma,
smoking cessation and high blood pressure.
• Hand counted control medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
• Verified and labeled prescriptions with the 8 point check.
• Received and accurately processed written prescriptions from customers using RxEVO
computer system.
• Worked closely with Pharmacy Care Representatives (PCRs) in providing excellent patient
care.
• Correctly completed pharmacy paperwork, including daily and weekly reports.
• Assisted the pharmacists with checking in and pricing drug orders, third party transactions and relevant
paperwork.
• Efficiently operated cash register and handled cash, checks, and charge transactions.
• Receptively answered customer questions and helped locate desired items in the pharmacy.
• Cleaned equipment and work areas and sterilized glassware to maintain safe and sanitary
conditions.
• Prepacked bulk medicines, filled bottles with prescribed medications and affixed correct labels.
• Completed new and updated patient profiles, including lists of patient medications.
• Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and ensured proper supply
levels.
• Managed supply procurement and management processes.
• Performed technical processes required to dispense medications to patients.
• Regularly stocked shelves, rotated stock and checked for expired medications.
• Conducted routine inspections of medication storage locations.
• Troubleshot mechanical issues with Pyxis machines and other equipment.
• Properly cleaned and maintained department equipment such as IV hoods.
• Properly cleaned and maintained department equipment such as IV hoods.
• Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing, and receiving.
• Monitored the medication dispensing machines within the hospital to ensure supplies were
readily available to clinical staff.
• Managed drug and supply inventories.
• Properly filled and dispensed an average of 200 prescriptions per day.
• Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
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Pharmacy tech and cashier
Walmart - Petal, MS - May 2010 to June 2014
Cahier
• Answered an average of 40 calls per day by addressing customer inquiries, solving problems and providing
new product information.
• Greeted customers entering the store to ascertain what each customer wanted or needed.
• Described product to customers and accurately explained details and care of merchandise.
• Politely assisted customers in person and via telephone.
• Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory and special
orders.
• Successfully acquired an average of 50 new customers per month, generating a 45 % growth in revenue.
• Provided an elevated customer experience to generate a loyal clientèle.
• Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and store promotions.
• Restocked inventory ever month and reviewed cash operation data to verify proper
replenishment.
• Bagged, boxed or gift-wrapped sold merchandise per customer's request.
• Scored in top 10% of employees in successful resolution of issues
• Served as the main liaison between customers, management and sales team.
• Provided ongoing guest service, including giving fashion advice.
• Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stock room and production floor.
• Recipient of multiple positive reviews acknowledging dedication to excellent customer service.
• Directed calls to appropriate individuals and departments.
• Built long-term customer relationships and advised customers on purchases and promotions.
• Helped drive sales goals and achieve monthly quotas.
• Created and maintained an organized database to develop promotional sales.
• Asked open-ended questions to assess customer needs.
• Learned, referenced and applied product knowledge information.
• Set up and explained new membership contracts.
Recommended alternative items if product was out of stock.
EDUCATION
Associate of Arts in Education
Copiah Lincoln Community College - Wesson, MS
2007 to 2009
High School Diploma
Brookhaven High School - Brookhaven, MS
May 2007
SKILLS
Inventory, did a lot of research, also just did whatever the company needs to excel.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Skills
• Data and statistical analysis
• Optical Coherence Tomography Imaging System
• HIPPA compliance
• Trained in HIPPA compliance
• Sharp critical thinker
• Manual dexterity
• Lab testing and reporting
• Lab equipment maintenance
• Trusted key holder
• Creative problem solver
• Exceptional communication skills
• MS Windows proficient
• Quick learner
• Strong client relations
• Floor set design expertise
• Training development aptitude
• Proficient in cash management
• Local/state health laws knowledge
• Shipping and receiving professional
• Cash flow management
• International sales support
• Strategic sales knowledge
• Credit card processing
• Multi-line phone talent
• Mediation capability
• MS Office expert
• Customer-oriented
• Effective time management
• Fixed asset reporting familiarity
• Invoice and payment transactions
• Cost accounting
• Billing and collections expert
• Accounts payable specialist
• Accounting procedures consultant