Zaradea Staten
Columbia
Summary
Highly organized professional with expertise in administration, customer service, and operational efficiency. Successfully enhances workflows through accurate recordkeeping and timely problem-solving. Inventory Specialist with a strong foundation in inventory management and data analysis, ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Noted for improving team collaboration and training initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient care and operational effectiveness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Care Coordinator
United Health Group, Optum
Columbia
07.2025 - Current
- Coordinated patient care plans with healthcare providers and pharmacists.
- Managed medication therapy reviews and adherence assessments for patients.
- Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Documented patient interactions and care updates in electronic health records.
- Assisted in resolving medication-related issues through effective communication.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Supported pharmacy operations by ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
Inventory Specialist
Walgreens
Columbia
10.2020 - Current
- Resolved discrepancies between physical count and computerized records.
- Generated daily reports on stock levels, order status and other pertinent information.
- Processed purchase orders, invoices and credit memos in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with pharmacy staff to identify product needs for patients.
- Ensured proper storage conditions for all products in accordance with safety regulations.
- Monitored expiration dates on products and returned outdated stock to vendors.
- Analyzed trends in usage of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.
- Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Columbia
08.2012 - 10.2020
- Adhered to company policy regarding good faith dispensing during prescription dispensing activities.
- Filled prescriptions by retrieving, counting and dispensing pharmaceuticals.
- Participated in ongoing training to maintain high standard of clinical knowledge.
- Helped pharmacy department with inventory processes to provide smooth customer experiences.
Administrative Assistant
Atria Senior Living
Columbia
06.2005
- Answered incoming calls and directed messages to correct party.
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
- Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
Education
W.R Rogers Adult Education
Columbia, SCSkills
- Inventory management
- Data analysis
- Safety regulations compliance
- Pharmaceutical knowledge
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Employee training
- Discrepancy investigation
- Medication dispensing
- Prescription processing
- FDA compliance
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care coordination
- Medication management
- Electronic health records
- Pharmacy compliance
- Inventory control
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Pharmacy Care Coordinator
United Health Group, Optum
07.2025 - Current
Inventory Specialist
Walgreens
10.2020 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
08.2012 - 10.2020
Administrative Assistant
Atria Senior Living
06.2005
W.R Rogers Adult Education