Julie Alvar
Buckeye
Summary
Dedicated Certified Pharmacy Technician experienced in medication preparation and inventory management. Known for strong problem-solving skills and collaboration with pharmacists to resolve patient inquiries, contributing positively to patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Buckeye
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Processed prescription orders accurately to ensure timely medication delivery to patients.
- Assisted in medication preparation and dispensing under pharmacist supervision.
- Trained new pharmacy technicians on operational procedures and compliance standards.
- Updated patient records. including insurance information.
- Checked shelves for outdated medications.
- Answered the phone
- Collaborated with pharmacists to resolve patient medication inquiries and concerns.
- Supported inventory management through regular cycle counts and stock organization.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations to promote efficiency and safety.
- Utilized pharmacy software systems for accurate data entry and prescription tracking.
- Conducted quality assurance checks on filled prescriptions to minimize errors.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers regarding prescriptions.
- Implemented safety protocols for handling hazardous medications and materials.
- Monitored and reported any adverse drug reactions to pharmacists promptly.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing patient needs and inquiries promptly.
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired, or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
Correctional Officer II
AZ Department of Corrections, Lewis Complex
Buckeye
01.2009 - 05.2022
- Monitored inmate activities to ensure compliance with facility rules and regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify and resolve safety hazards.
- Prepared, Processed, and Maintained Forms, Reports, Logs, Records and Activities Journals.
- Observed Behavior of Inmates Individually and in Groups.
- Administered first aid and responded to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
- Searched Cells of Inmates to Identify and Confiscate Contraband and Other Prohibited Items.
- Escorted Inmates to and from Cells, Court, Hospitals, and Medical Appointments.
- Observed and Supervised Inmates throughout Visits, Mealtime, Recreation, Phone Calls and Showers.
- Conducted Routine and Emergency Head Counts for Accountability of the Inmate Population.
- Enforced Rules and Regulations to Maintain Order Among Inmates.
- Completed all Annual Training.
Education
Pharmacy Technician Training License - Pharmacy
West-Mec/ Southwest Campus
Buckeye, AZ 08.2022 - 07.2023
Associate of Arts - Nutrition
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ 09.2006 - 07.2008
Skills
- Prescription processing
- Medication dispensing
- Inventory management
- Patient record updating
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Customer service
Timeline
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
09.2023 - 06.2025
Pharmacy Technician Training License - Pharmacy
West-Mec/ Southwest Campus
08.2022 - 07.2023
Correctional Officer II
AZ Department of Corrections, Lewis Complex
01.2009 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - Nutrition
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
09.2006 - 07.2008