Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Aroha Farrington

Kaitaia

Summary

Dynamic Dispensary Technician with expertise in patient education and drug inventory management. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction through personalized consultations and efficient transaction processing. Skilled in dosage calculation and problem-solving, ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining a clean and organized environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dispensary Technician

Nathan Lee
Doubtless Bay
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product selection and dosing recommendations.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and restocked shelves as needed.
  • Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Provided high-quality customer service, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Maintained a clean and organized dispensary environment, prioritizing safety and accessibility for all patients.
  • Assisted patients in minimizing medical expenses by recommending generic alternative prescription medications.
  • Assisted patients with product selection, ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits and proper dosing guidelines.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to laws, company policies, and industry best practices for dispensary management.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and product education.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Streamlined dispensary operations by efficiently managing inventory and maintaining accurate record-keeping systems.
  • Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
  • Precisely measured and combined ingredients to deliver scrupulous formulation on customer compound prescription orders.
  • Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
  • Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
  • Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.
  • Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
  • Restocked automated medication dispensing equipment.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products based on needs and preferences.
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular stock assessments and updates.
  • Educated patients on proper product usage and dosage recommendations.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency and customer service.
  • Conducted product labeling to ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.
  • Provided support in maintaining cleanliness and organization of dispensary environment.

Dispensary Technician

Eric Shackleton
Kaitaia, NTL
02.2015 - 02.2022

Completed technician course while employed at Eric Shackleton. Assisted in pharmacy operations part-time after leaving school. Achieved Level 5 dispensary technician qualification in 2018. Contributed to pharmacy industry since 2015.

Education

High School Diploma - Dispensary Technician

Kaitaia College
Open Polytech
2017

Skills

POS system operation

Dosage calculation

Drug inventory management

Patient education and counseling

Hygiene standards

Dispensing medications

Customer service

Data entry

Equipment cleaning and maintenance

Medication documentation

Prescription filling and labeling

Medication storage and labeling

Supply restocking

Team coordination

Staff leadership

Resolving complaints

Prioritization and organization

Problem-solving abilities

Cleaning and sanitizing

Multitasking

Certification

Level 5 Dispensary Technician

Timeline

Dispensary Technician

Nathan Lee
08.2023 - Current

Dispensary Technician

Eric Shackleton
02.2015 - 02.2022

High School Diploma - Dispensary Technician

Kaitaia College
Aroha Farrington