William Shipley
Philadelphia
Summary
Pharmacy professional equipped to guide and mentor aspiring technicians. Strong background in pharmacology, medication dispensing, and patient care, paired with effective instructional skills. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and adapting to evolving educational needs. Effective communicator with passion for achieving tangible results in student success and program excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician Instructor
JEVS Human Services
2026.02 - Current
- Developed and implemented curriculum for pharmacy technician training programs.
- Mentored students to enhance understanding of pharmaceutical principles and practices.
- Assessed student progress through practical evaluations and standardized testing.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure alignment with industry standards.
- Facilitated workshops on medication management and pharmacy law compliance.
- Increased student participation and enthusiasm by employing interactive teaching methods such as role-playing and simulations.
- Organized guest speakers from various areas within the pharmacy field to provide students with unique insights into potential career paths.
- Provided guidance and support to students in preparation for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam, resulting in increased pass rates.
Pharmacy Technician 1
University of Pennsylvania Health System
2025.08 - Current
- Assisted pharmacists in accurately dispensing medications to patients, ensuring adherence to dosage instructions and safety protocols
- Maintained patient profiles and records, updating information on medication allergies, medical conditions, and prescription history
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries from patients regarding their medications, insurance coverage, and prescription refills
- Operated computer systems for prescription processing and insurance billing, ensuring accuracy in data entry and documentation
Pharmacy Instructor
Philadelphia Job Corps Center
2024.07 - 2025.08
- Teach pharmacy technician courses to incoming students.
- Teach hands on in pharmacy lab setting
- Teach Brand and generic drugs
- Pharmacy laws
- Pharmacy calculations
Shift Manager
Rite Aid
2022.01 - 2024.10
- Assist store manager in daily operations. Manage employees. Open and close store. Make store deposits. Conduct interviews.
Philadelphia Parking Enforcement Officer
Philadelphia Parking Authority
2024.01 - 2024.07
- Assist in issuing parking violation to illegally parked vehicles
Facility Director
Centennial Pharmacy Services
2017.03 - 2023.03
- Manage the daily work flow and delivery of patient medications. Manage between 10-15 employees. Problem solve any issues that need to be taken care of.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid
2013.12 - 2017.03
- Assist pharmacist in filling prescription. Answer customer phone calls, ring customers at register
Education
Pharmacy Certification - Pharmacy
Pennsylvania Institute Of Technology
Philadelphia, PA2014-10
Skills
- Pharmacy ethics
- Student engagement
- Medication dispensing
- Pharmacology principles
- Pharmacy law expertise
- Medication storage guidelines
- Drug interaction awareness
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Teaching strategies
- Teamwork
- Medical terminology
Certification
- Driver's License
- PTCB Certification
- First Aid Certification
- AED Certification
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
Languages
Over-the-phone interpretation
Timeline
Pharmacy Technician Instructor
JEVS Human Services
2026.02 - Current
Pharmacy Technician 1
University of Pennsylvania Health System
2025.08 - Current
Pharmacy Instructor
Philadelphia Job Corps Center
2024.07 - 2025.08
Philadelphia Parking Enforcement Officer
Philadelphia Parking Authority
2024.01 - 2024.07
Shift Manager
Rite Aid
2022.01 - 2024.10
Facility Director
Centennial Pharmacy Services
2017.03 - 2023.03
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid
2013.12 - 2017.03
Pharmacy Certification - Pharmacy
Pennsylvania Institute Of Technology