April Washington
Memphis
Summary
Certified Pharmacy Technician with strong attention to detail and superior communication skills. Experienced in Chemotherapy, sterile compounding, automation IV compounding with over 20 years of experience in medication preparation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Chemo Prep Tech I
West Cancer Center And Research Institute
Memphis, TN
06.2026 - Current
- Prepare chemotherapy and other IVs for patient administration
- Restock drug orders and supplies
- Monitor drug inventory to ensure the department meets inventory goals
- Effectively communicate with pharmacists to verify orders
- Restock and maintain crash carts, extravasation kits and tackle boxes
- Complies with USP 797/800 for sterile compounding
Automation Pharmacy Technician IV
Omnicell
Memphis, TN
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Perform IV automation tasks in an aseptic, error-free manner with prescribed guidelines
- Maintain optimal medication inventory levels
- Perform advance troubleshooting
- Follow guidelines for safe handling of Hazardous Drugs
- Adhere to customers concerns and report to Pharmacy service manager
Certified Pharmacy Tech Specialist
Methodist Germantown Hospital
Germantown, TN
06.2018 - 06.2024
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced productivity within the pharmacy team.
- Trained new pharmacy technicians on procedures and operational standards.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing sterile compounds, adhering to safety protocols.
- Maintained inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Pharmedium
Memphis, TN
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Compounded medications in sterile environment/narcotics using aseptic techniques
- Compounded medications accurately, adhering to established protocols and industry standards.
- Maintained accurate inventory levels for efficient pharmacy operations and cost control.
- Assisted in preparation, distribution and storage of pharmaceuticals.
Sr. Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Memphis, TN
02.2002 - 06.2013
- Supervised medication dispensing processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in prescription processing and fulfillment.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Reviewed and verified customer information and insurance provider information.
- Supervised 6 pharmacy technicians and coordinated day-to-day assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
SouthSide High School
Memphis, TN 05-2003
Skills
- Chromatography expertise
- Problem-solving
- Client relations
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Team training
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Peer mentoring
- Safety compliance
- Superior communication
- Analytical skills
Certification
- CPHT Certified
Timeline
Certified Chemo Prep Tech I
West Cancer Center And Research Institute
06.2026 - Current
Automation Pharmacy Technician IV
Omnicell
09.2024 - 06.2026
Certified Pharmacy Tech Specialist
Methodist Germantown Hospital
06.2018 - 06.2024
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Pharmedium
08.2013 - 05.2018
Sr. Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
02.2002 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
SouthSide High School