Daniela Santana

  

Biography:

Military Experience: 10.4 years

Work Experience: 9.6 years

Work Experience:

I am a U.S. Army Veteran. I left service in October 2024 after 10 years on active duty. My scope of professional familiarity has been in the medical field, having worked as a Certified Pharmacy Technician and a Logistical Specialist. My strive on interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and critical thinking are my essential assets to acknowledge my direction and limits to accomplishing any given task. 

Military Service:

  • Rank: Specialist

    Branch/Position: Army

    Period: June 2014 - November 2024

    Occupation: Pharmacy Specialist

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

    Duties Description:

    The pharmacy specialist prepares, controls, and issues pharmaceutical products under the supervision of a pharmacist or physician, or supervises pharmacy activities. 

    Training courses:

    • Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB-CPhT)
    • Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT)
    • Virtual Coach Specialist (NASM-VCS)

Work history:

  • Job Title: Pharmacy Supervisor and Logistics Clerk

    Company: US Army Health Clinic - Grafenwoehr

    Period: June 2021 - October 2024

    Role Description:

    Logistics

    • Optimized logistical operations, reducing stock shortages by 8% and ensuring continuous medical supply availability through strategic coordination of ordering and distribution.
    • Developed and implemented an inventory control system for over 400 items, streamlining processes and improving operational efficiency by 6%.
    • Assisted in the ordering, receiving, distribution, and management of supplies and equipment for a multi-department clinic.
    • Led logistical planning for external site operations, ensuring timely deliveries and optimization of resource allocation.

    Pharmacy

    • Oversaw the provision of pharmaceutical care to over 7,500 Soldiers and beneficiaries, including more than 10,000 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Nation beneficiaries.
    • Ensured successful clinic compliance with bi-annual physical security inspections and the accrediting Joint Commission assessments, emphasizing adherence to safety protocols and regulatory standards within the pharmacy.
    • Executed quality control measures to maintain high standard patient care through medication preparation and dispensing.
    • Led the adaptation and implementation of new procedures for the rollout of a new Europe-wide Department of Defense electronic health system program while assigned as a clinic software Super User.
    • Managed annual influenza vaccination drives, large-scale operations, and Covid-19 vaccine logistical efforts, receiving a recognition award.
    • Maintained inventory control for high-value equipment valued at over $283,753.
    • Developed and optimized contingency plans for scheduled power outages and 11 temperature-sensitive refrigerator units, reducing after-hour calls by 83% and preventing any material losses.
    • Educated clinic department supervisors on the importance of specific employee tasks, achieving 82% completion for the clinic and 94% completion within the pharmacy.
    • Assisted in the documentation of training sessions for clinic employees and supported the clinic’s Human Resource department with onboarding employees and time card approvals.

  • Job Title: Pharmacy Technician and Equipment Maintenance Technician

    Company: 512th Field Hospital

    Period: April 2018 - June 2021

    Role Description:
    • Responsible for executing chain of custody, records management, and compliance of over 300 pharmaceutical items and controlled substances valued at $50,000, with 100% accountability.
    • Created and implemented new trauma, crash, and rapid intubation kits for the hospital, increasing pharmaceutical footprint by 40% which led to more rapid response times during training.
    • Accountable for 188 military weaponry, optics, and highly sensitive equipment worth over $400,000, for the hospital.
    • Performed regular preventative maintenance and inspections on critical equipment to ensure optimal performance and prevent malfunctions, prioritizing operational efficiency.
    • Successfully passed four equipment security storage facility inspections with less than 2 minor deficiencies per inspection, conducted over a period of 2 years.

  • Job Title: Pharmacy Technician and Facilities Manager

    Company: US Army Health Clinic - Schofield Barracks

    Period: March 2015 - April 2018

    Role Description:
    • Earned my national pharmacy technician certification, maintaining competency in my career field.
    • Appointed Pharmacy Physical Security Officer, ensuring monthly department security panel testing and functionality, preventing unauthorized intrusions.
    • Designated Pharmacy Safety and Infection Control Coordinator. Trained thirteen pharmacy staff members on chemical spill procedures and the use of Safety Data Sheets, helping eliminate unwanted hazard exposure and improving overall department safety.
    • As a physical training leader, led morning physical activity, including training for military schools attended by colleagues.
    • As Facilities Manager; coordinated weekly maintenance in the residential community, assisted in maintenance requests, and ensured a clean and well-maintained living environment.

Education:

  • Kaplan University

    Associate's Degree – Associate of Science in Health Science

    Period: August 2017 - December 2017

Connect
if you are a job seeker click here