Deborah Marlow

Senior pharmacy technician

Unichem Morrinsville

Morrinsville, Waikato

07.2016 - Current

Updated knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends maintaining relevance in the industry.
Identified potential drug interactions to prevent adverse effects on patients' health.
Supervised junior pharmacy technicians for improved efficiency and accuracy in medication preparation.
Managed controlled substances responsibly ensuring legal compliance at all times.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness to ensure hygienic work conditions.
Collaborated closely with healthcare teams to provide optimal patient care.
Provided advice on non-prescription products contributing positively to customers' overall health.
Increased customer satisfaction through prompt and accurate fulfilment of prescriptions.
Managed inventory of pharmaceutical supplies to prevent shortages or overstocks.
Prepared compounded medications adhering strictly to given formulas for precise results.
Ensured timely delivery of medications by coordinating with courier services.
Documented all transactions meticulously preserving data integrity and facilitating future reference.
Streamlined medication distribution by implementing automated dispensing systems.
Assisted pharmacists with prescription interpretation, reducing errors and discrepancies.
Trained new staff members, resulting in a more efficient team.
Counseled patients compassionately enhancing their understanding of prescribed medications.
Conducted quality control tests on received pharmaceuticals ensuring adherence to required standards.
Improved patient safety with meticulous verification of prescription details.
Maintained patient confidentiality while handling sensitive medical information.
Processed repeat prescription requests for large patient base.
Monitored inventory and purchased orders to maintain consistent stock.
Followed legal and professional standards, maintaining best possible compliance with applicable regulations.
Answered questions and offered advice to inform patients regarding prescription orders.
Counted pills, labeled bottles and compounded medications before dispensing prescriptions.
Assessed medication suitability through thorough medical history checks.
Applied correct pricing structures and controls for pharmacy, POM and GSL products.
Partnered with clinical teams to understand particulars of orders and accurately fill medications.
Observed clinical guidelines to maintain operational compliance.
Educated patients in monitoring and maintaining good health.
Printed prescription labels with accurate patient, contents and dosage advice.
Monitored and ordered pharmacy supplies to meet customer demand.
Stored drugs in line with temperature and security requirements.
Kept accurate counts of medications, chemicals and supplies and updated records.
Checked inbound pharmacy stock met quantities listed on delivery records.
Cleaned equipment and containers between use to avoid cross-contamination.
Maintained detailed patient records with lists of medications and key personal details.
Instructed on correct use of prescribed medications and warned of potential interactions or contraindications.
Consulted patients on current conditions and provided treatment advice.
Secured drugs against loss, tampering and misuse following correct protocols.