Nirupama Hirapara
@nirupamahirapara
Experienced Pharmacy Technician turned Software Tester in healthcare.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a focused and disciplined IV Certified Pharmacy Technician with over 16 years of hospital experience, recently transitioning into a Software Tester role in the healthcare industry. My expertise includes IV admixture preparation, pharmaceutical inventory management, and data entry, complemented by strong communication skills. I thrive in high-pressure environments and excel at collaborating with medical teams to enhance patient care.
In my current role as a Software Tester at Optum, I perform quality assurance testing on healthcare-related applications, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and compliance. My background in pharmacy operations allows me to validate healthcare data and prescription flows effectively. I am committed to documenting test cases, identifying process improvements, and ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, all while working closely with cross-functional teams to resolve software issues impacting clinical workflows.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Software Tester
Optum
Jun 2022 - Present (3 years)
Performed quality assurance testing on healthcare-related applications, ensuring accuracy, functionality, and compliance. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to report and resolve bugs affecting clinical workflows and validated healthcare data and prescription flows using pharmacy operations expertise. Documented test cases, identified process improvements, and ensured alignment with regulato
Pharmacy Technician
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
Jan 2018 - Jun 2022 (4 years 5 months)
Prepared IV admixtures, including TPNs, chemotherapy, and pain management infusions, utilizing sterile techniques. Accurately filled, labeled, and delivered medications per physician orders, while also assisting nurses and resolving prescription issues via inbound calls. Trained new pharmacy technicians, supervised pharmacy students, maintained inventory, monitored expiration dates, and operated a
Pharmacy Technician
Baylor Medical Center
Jan 2006 - Jan 2018 (12 years)
Managed daily operations of the inpatient pharmacy, including compounding, dispensing, and stocking medications. Prepared a wide range of medication doses, such as syringes, pumps, and investigational drugs. Ensured all drug products were properly labeled and stored, and communicated effectively with medical staff regarding patient medication needs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unknown
Bachelor of Science, Science
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree. The curriculum provided a foundational understanding of scientific principles and methodologies.
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