Rebecca Harrach

Certified Oncology Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy professional with strong foundation in oncology treatments. Known for accurate medication management and patient care support with a keen eye for detail. Reliable team player with focus on collaboration and adapting to evolving healthcare needs. Skilled in medication dispensing and patient customer service. PCTB certified and a NCODA member/ OPTA certified (COPhT).

Normal, IL
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Certified Oncology Pharmacy Technician
Mid-Illinois Hematology & Oncology AssociatesNormal, IL
Sep 2024 — Present
  • Compounded oncology medications under USP and standards, ensuring sterile preparation accuracy and safety.
  • Managed hazardous drug inventory, monitored stock levels, and removed expired medications to reduce waste and shortages.
  • Coordinated insurance claims, prior authorizations, and benefit investigations to support seamless treatment delivery.
  • Processed prescriptions, verified orders, and resolved refill issues to maintain timely medication access for patients.
  • Prepared chemotherapy support medications using pharmacy systems while maintaining precise documentation and compliance.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the pharmacy department by actively participating in staff meetings and contributing valuable feedback on operational processes.
  • Aided in cost containment efforts through effective utilization of resources such as generic alternatives when appropriate, ultimately benefiting both patients and the organization financially.
  • Reduced medication errors through diligent verification of prescriptions and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
WalgreensBloomington, IL
Sep 2018 — Sep 2024
  • Compounded (non-sterile) and dispensed medications according to physician orders.
  • Verified patient information, including allergies, drug interactions, and contraindications.
  • Managed workflow within the pharmacy department while adhering to all state regulations.
  • Provided customer service to patients regarding their prescription medications.
  • Conducted medication inventory audits to identify discrepancies, contributing to accurate stock management and patient safety.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
  • Resolved billing issues with insurance companies and third-party payers, facilitating timely reimbursement and enhancing patient satisfaction.
  • Trained new employees on pharmacy operations, policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
  • Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
Pharmacy Operations Manager
WalgreensBloomington, IL
Jul 2022 — Oct 2023
  • Recruited, hired, trained, coached, evaluated, and supervised staff members within the department.
  • Managed the day-to-day activities of the pharmacy, including staffing, scheduling, and customer service.
  • Conducted periodic audits of pharmacy operations to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance.
  • Ensured that all pharmacy staff members were trained on proper medication handling practices.
  • Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
  • Ordered supplies needed for pharmacy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
  • Coordinated weekly schedules for pharmacy staff to ensure adequate coverage. and requests for leave.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
  • Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Skills
TeamworkPharmaceutical calculationsIV preparationPrescription verificationMedication preparationClaims processingInventory managementDrug storageLabeling complianceWorkflow optimizationRecords managementTime managementTroubleshooting equipmentQuality managementEmployee trainingPatient relationship managementProblem-solving skillsAseptic techniquesPatient confidentialityData entry
Education
High School Diploma
Limestone Community High School
2011 — 2015
No degree, General Studies
Illinois Central College
No degree, General Studies
Heartland Community College
Certifications
Certified Pharmacy Technician
PTCB
Certified Oncology Pharmacy Technician
NCODA / OPTA
Languages
French
Basic
References available upon request.
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