RICHARD Saito MITCHELL
Richmond
Summary
Results-driven pharmacy operations professional with a strong background in team leadership and inventory management. Proven track record of ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in medication dispensing and patient care coordination, contributing to improved patient outcomes and streamlined processes. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes quality care and operational excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
Richmond, VA
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily pharmacy operations to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy staff on medication dispensing procedures and best practices.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow efficiency, reducing turnaround times for medication orders.
- Managed pharmacy scheduling, ensuring adequate staffing during peak hours and maintaining service levels.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure proper medication storage, handling, and labeling practices were maintained.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Facilitated ongoing training and development initiatives within the IV room to optimize team performance and patient care.
CLINICAL CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH
Westwood Pharmacy
Richmond, VA
11.2020 - 10.2023
- Supervise multiple off site locations.
- Analyzed and addressed problems in prescription fulfillment workflow to enhance service delivery and accuracy.
- Facilitated efficient paperwork management and worked closely with accounting departments to troubleshoot invoicing and shipping discrepancies.
- Facilitated successful onboarding of new technicians, resulting in improved team performance. Enhanced employee knowledge through targeted training on job-specific functions, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
COMPOUNDING TECH / CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH
Pharmaca Pharmacy
Portland, OR
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Performed accurate measurements and assessments of suitable chemicals for the preparation of multiple compound types, including suspensions, creams, solutions, ointments, capsules, and suppositories.
- Monitored and verified daily operational status of capsule machines, counters, ointment mills, and cleaning balances to uphold quality standards.
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH
VCU Health
Richmond, VA
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Accurately replenished the anesthesia trays for operating rooms.
- Optimized the Pyxis ES system to set the par levels for drugs used on each floor and made adjustments accordingly based on usage.
SENIOR CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH
Walgreens
Richmond, VA
08.2009 - 10.2018
- Executed comprehensive access to prescription information through pharmacy computer systems, encompassing patient and prescriber data, drug selection, prescription interpretation, and insurance billing.
Education
B.S. - Biology
Virginia Commonwealth University
01-2014
Board Member - Technician Member of The Board
Virginia Society of Heath-System Pharmacists
Richmond, VAVA License, PTCB Certification -
Virginia State Board of Pharmacy
01-2022
Skills
- Microsoft Suite
- Flexibility
- Project Management
- Team Management
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Prescription Processing
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Drug Classifications & Safety
- FDA Compliance
Websites
Affiliations
Virginia Society of Health-System Pharmacists | Technician Member of the Board
Certification
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Lead Certified Pharmacy Technician
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
04.2024 - Current
CLINICAL CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH
Westwood Pharmacy
11.2020 - 10.2023
COMPOUNDING TECH / CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH
Pharmaca Pharmacy
11.2019 - 10.2020
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH
VCU Health
11.2018 - 03.2019
SENIOR CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECH
Walgreens
08.2009 - 10.2018
B.S. - Biology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Board Member - Technician Member of The Board
Virginia Society of Heath-System Pharmacists
VA License, PTCB Certification -
Virginia State Board of Pharmacy