Shandreka Dowdy

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Kissimmee, FL 34758

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I am a result driven Certified Pharmacy Technician. I am exceptionally skilled in problem-solving and detail analysis and have an earned reputation for success in any endeavor I encounter. My experience in the Healthcare industry has taught me the importance of prioritizing and effective time management to ensure optimal results. I am confident I can serve as a valuable resource to your organization.

Work Experience

Medication Reconciliation Technician

HCA Osceola Hospital - Kissimmee, FL

May 2022 to Present

Comparing patients medication orders with all of the medications that the patient has been taking prior to admission to the hospital. Obtain accurate information to avoid medication errors, dosing errors or drug- drug interactions. Displaying excellent customer service skills and upholding an attitude of caring and respect for the patient. Delivers prescriptions, floor stock, medication carts, IV solutions and emergency drugs to nurse units. Proficient in utilizing Meditech system and Pyxis machine. Assist in inventory control, restocks unit dose bins, bulk areas, carts used in emergency rooms, surgery and other patient care areas. Certified Pharmacy Technician/Lead Technician

Emerge Solutions Group, LLC - Las Vegas, NV

August 2021 to April 2022

Contracted through Emerge working at Nellis AFB in the Satellite pharmacy. Team leader of the refill team. Supervise Pharmacy Technicians, and assist with new hire training. Fills new prescriptions for both on base and off base, and refill prescriptions using both Genesis and CHCS . Retrieving prescription orders, counting, pouring, measuring and weighing tablets and medications. Communicate with both on base and off base physicians to accurately dispense medications to patients. Answers the phone to assist both patients and physicians. Maintain and protect the privacy of patient information. Pull expiring medications.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

MountainView Hospital - Las Vegas, NV

January 2018 to April 2022

Delivers prescriptions, floor stock, medication carts, IV solutions and emergency drugs to nursing units. Proficient in utilizing Meditech system and Pyxis machine. Assist in inventory control, restocks unit dose bins,bulk areas, carts used in emergency rooms, surgery and other patient care areas. Responsible for bulk packaging and extemporaneous medication preparation. Maintains narcotic accountability sheets and files daily reconciliation sheets. Performs unit dose functions, including filling patient drawers on unit dose cart with a 24-hour supply of medications. Displays excellent customer service skills and responds to all medication inquiries in a timely and professional manner. Certified Pharmacy Technician

Saratoga Medical Center - Las Vegas, NV

September 2020 to August 2021

Contracted through Saratoga working at Nellis AFB in the main hospital outpatient pharmacy. Fills new outpatient prescriptions, and refill prescriptions using both Genesis and CHCS . Retrieving prescription orders, counting, pouring, measuring and weighing tablets and medications. Communicate with hospital staff to accurately dispense medications to patients. Answers the phone to assist both patients and hospital staff. Maintain and protect the privacy of patient information. Clinic inspections and remove expiring medications.

Certified Pharmacy Technician II

Cardinal Health - Las Vegas, NV

February 2019 to September 2020

Contracted through Cardinal Health working at AMG Specialty Hospital-Las Vegas. Fills medication orders, pre-packages, compounds pharmaceuticals, refills stock supplies, delivers medication and performs various clerical duties as required. Performs medication ordering, preparation and dispensing activities, including: Filling medication orders for inpatient. Use of Omnicell, non-sterile compounding, labeling and repackaging, non-sterile unit dose packaging, and handling of non-sterile hazardous medication. Maintains required record keeping for controlled and non-controlled substances. Checks stock on a regular basis to identify and reorder out dated stock and ensures that stock is maintained in accordance with manufacturer requirements. Performs other functions as required or assigned. Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician

Nevada State Pharmacy - Las Vegas, NV

December 2017 to February 2019

Extensive knowledge utilizing QS1 system. Fills medication orders for delivery to long term care facilities

(Skilled Nursing, Hospice and Assisted Living Facilities). Supervise Pharmacy Technicians, assist with new hire training, and staff scheduling. Responsible for packaging and labeling doses using computer generated labels for review by pharmacist. Provide courteous customer service regarding medication inquiries. Assist in inventory control. Maintain narcotic accountability forms and file daily reconciliation sheets.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital - Germantown, TN February 2013 to July 2017

Responsibilities

Performs unit dose functions, including filling patient drawers on unit dose cart with a 24-hour supply of medications. Fills medication orders for delivery to nurse unit by packaging and labeling doses using computer generated labels for review by pharmacist. Fills floor stock drugs and general requisitions accurately. Answers telephone calls. Provides routine information about medications or handle pharmacy issues. Delivers prescriptions, floor stock, medication carts, IV solutions and emergency drugs to nursing units. Assist in inventory control, checks inventory to ensure drugs are in date, restocks unit dose bins,bulk areas, carts used in emergency rooms, surgery and other patient care areas. Responsible for bulk packaging and extemporaneous medication preparation. Maintains narcotic accountability sheets and files daily reconciliation sheets. Participates in narcotic and Omnicell drug distribution. Demonstrate effective customer relations skills, promotes a positive work environment. Accomplishments

I displayed consistent and accurate knowledge as a Certified Pharmacy Technician and was promoted to Medication Reconciliation effective 04/2014.

Skills Used

Comparing patients medication orders with all of the medications that the patient has been taking prior to admission to the hospital. Obtain accurate information to avoid medication errors, dosing errors or drug-drug interactions. Displaying excellent customer service skills and upholding an attitude of caring and respect for the patient.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens - Memphis, TN

August 2005 to February 2013

Receive and fill prescription requests for patients while working under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Retrieving prescription orders, counting, pouring, measuring and weighing tablets and medications. Selecting the proper prescription container, and creating prescription labels. Preparing insurance claim forms, maintaining patient profiles, completing cash register transactions, answer phones, taking inventory of over the counter medications. Being aware of the latest medicines and their availability. Verify accuracy of medications, maintain and protect privacy of all personal patient information.

Education

Certified Pharmacy Technician in Pharmacy

Remington College - Memphis, TN

October 2004 to July 2005

Diploma

Kirby High School - Memphis, TN

August 2000 to May 2004

Skills

• PTCB

• Prior Authorization

• Mckesson

• Pharmacy Technician Experience

• Inventory

• Compounding Medications

• Customer Service

• Order Express (Cardinal Health)

• Aseptic Technique

• Cerner

• Hospital Experience

Certifications and Licenses

Driver's License

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Pharmacy Technician License

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