Brad Fortner
Hillsboro
Summary
Proven track record at Apria Healthcare, enhancing warehouse and pharmacy operations through meticulous attention to detail and robust problem-solving skills. Excelled in teamwork, critical thinking, and customer service, ensuring high productivity and client satisfaction.
Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance and quality results. Known for problem-solving abilities and maintaining high standards in fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Warehouse Technician / Pharmacy Technician
Apria Healthcare / Coram Healthcare / CVS
01.1997 - 01.2025
- Adhered to safety guidelines consistently, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Supported efficient loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Pulled and packed shipments to prepare for UPS, FedEx and freight pickup.
- Organized warehouse storage areas to facilitate efficient receiving and shipping of products.
- Assisted in the training of new employees, sharing expertise on best practices and safety procedures.
- Prepared shipments accurately according to packing lists, minimizing returns due to incorrect items being sent out.
- Performed preventative maintenance on warehouse equipment routinely, reducing downtime caused by malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Recorded and reported shortages and damages and inspected product condition to verify accuracy of received inventory.
- Prepared bills of lading, work orders and shipping orders to appropriately route materials.
- Reduced shipment errors through meticulous attention to detail and accurate data entry.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action promptly.
- Implemented barcode scanning technology that simplified the tracking process for incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Utilized computerized systems effectively for tracking inventory movement and updating stock records in realtime.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 50 packages per day.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Prepared and labeled medication orders, including oral, IV, and topical prescriptions, to meet patient needs.
- Applied barcode scanning technology to verify medication accuracy and prevent dispensing errors.
- Utilized pharmacy management software to maintain up-to-date patient records and inventory levels.
- Performed inventory management tasks, including stock rotation and expiration date checks, to ensure medication availability.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through participation in regular team meetings discussing areas for improvement within the department.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Jefferson College
Hillsboro, MO05-1994
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Data recording
- Customer relations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Senior Warehouse Technician / Pharmacy Technician
Apria Healthcare / Coram Healthcare / CVS
01.1997 - 01.2025
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Jefferson College
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