Crystal Franklin-Barker

Crystal Franklin-Barker

Microbiology Technician

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    CI Manager, Center of Excellence

  • Education

    • Nova Southeastern University

      2015 - 2017
      Master of Business Administration - MBA Process Improvement

      Activities and Societies: asqnova.org Preparation in identifying and analyzing complex business processes, and developing innovative courses of action towards improving key business functions. Core aspects of applied PI include: operationally defining quality from the customers’ perspective; ascertaining elements of value in processing work towards quality goals; measuring process inputs and outputs and understanding the cause and effect relationships between them; creating and testing improvement options prior to… Show more Preparation in identifying and analyzing complex business processes, and developing innovative courses of action towards improving key business functions. Core aspects of applied PI include: operationally defining quality from the customers’ perspective; ascertaining elements of value in processing work towards quality goals; measuring process inputs and outputs and understanding the cause and effect relationships between them; creating and testing improvement options prior to implementation; and sustaining process performance through ongoing feedback mechanisms. Show less

    • American Career College

      2003 - 2004
      Diploma Pharmacy Technician

      Took courses to become a Pharmacy Technician: IV Admixture Procedures, Retail Pharmacy, Pharmacy Law (CA), Chemistry, Pharmacology, Drug Distribution, Pharmacy Integration Seminar, and Pharmacy Tech Externship

    • DeVry University

      2013 - 2015
      Bachelor's Degree Business Administration - Health Management

      Activities and Societies: Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business - Mu Phi Chapter Received a BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Health Services Management

    • Los Angeles Trade Technical College

      2000 - 2002
      Associate of Science (A.S.) Chemical Technology/Technician

      Activities and Societies: Chemical Technology Goup Studied for my AS in Chemical Technology and learned how to use the corresponding machines such as Gas Chromatography and HPLCs

  • Experience

    • Silliker Laboratories Inc

      Mar 2002 - Jul 2002
      Microbiology Technician

      Prepare food samples for microbiological diagnosticsPlate, Transfer, and Streak prepared food samples

    • Peptisyntha SA

      Jul 2002 - Aug 2004
      Purification Technician

      Purify peptides utilizing Preparative and Analytical HPLC systems under Non-GMP and GMP conditionsPrepare buffer solutions for analytical and preparative HPLCMaintain analytical and preparative HPLC systems as necessaryMaintain a clean and orderly workspace and write up production reportsPerform other operations as required and follow all safety requirements

    • Centinela Freeman Health System

      Jul 2004 - Jul 2006
      Certified Pharmacy Technician

      Dispense medications accurately and efficientlyEffective sterile product preparation using aseptic techniqueAccurate dose calculationsAssemble and Maintain anesthesia narcotic boxes for surgery Audit anesthesia narcotic boxes by comparing the patient’s anesthesia record and the anesthesiologist’s Controlled Drug Administration RecordNarcotic inventoryPurchasing and BillingTeamwork, Customer Service, and HIPPA

    • Sunrise Hospital

      Jul 2006 - Nov 2012
      Certified Pharmacy Technician II

      Prepare, label and distribute medications for neonatal, pediatric and adult patients under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.Serve as evening and back up pharmacy buyer providing coverage and extended oversite of drug procurement for the main pharmacy, satellite pharmacies and other hospital units.Serve as Administrative Assistant to the Director of Pharmacy, Director of Pharmacy Operations and Pharmacy Supervisors to oversee and coordinate all administrative functions including but not limited to licensure, audit preparation, record management, HR and scheduling. Show less

    • Parallon

      Nov 2012 - Dec 2015
      Division Pharmacy Inventory & Procurement Analyst

      Assist with oversight and improvement of the procurement process of pharmaceuticals for 8 Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) hospitals in California and Nevada as a key member of the Division Pharmacy Administrative team.

    • AmerisourceBergen

      Jan 2016 - Jan 2022

      In collaboration with Health System Sales and Customer Operations Leadership, lead a continually expanding 59-member team by creating a standardized yet flexible organizational structure and cross-enterprise operational processes overseeing ~$22BN in revenue. Team priorities are ensuring consistent, high quality strategic and operational customer support for all customer segments, providing exceptional customer experience that drives business expansion, retains existing business, enhances renewal potential, and increases gross profit. Show less

      • Sr. Manager, Account Experience

        Mar 2020 - Jan 2022
      • Manager, Account Experience

        Jul 2018 - Mar 2020
      • Strategic Accounts Specialist, Health Systems

        Feb 2017 - Jul 2018
      • Pharmacy Account Specialist II

        Jan 2016 - Feb 2017
    • Cencora

      Jan 2022 - now
      Manager II, Continuous Improvement

      Improving quality and driving positive impact to customer experience and satisfaction by partnering with business functions to identify areas of process improvement, understand current state, analyze data to identify root cause, synthesize findings, develop practical improvement recommendations for repeatability, sustainability, and scalability, lead execution of initiatives, and monitor performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness using Lean methodology and tools.Concomitantly navigating change by managing stakeholder apprehension through feedback loop communication, reinforcement of value propositions, mentorship, and training. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Pharmacy Technician

      California State Board of Pharmacy
      Feb 2004
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    • Pharmacy Technician

      Nevada State Board of Pharmacy
      Apr 2006
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    • Business Strategy

      McKinsey & Company
      Mar 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • Learning MURAL for Collaboration

      LinkedIn
      Apr 2023
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    • Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

      Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
      Mar 2004
    • Problem Solving

      McKinsey & Company
      Dec 2024
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    • LSSBB

      AmerisourceBergen
      Feb 2022
    • Adaptability & Resilience

      McKinsey & Company
      Nov 2024
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    • LSSGB

      AmerisourceBergen
      May 2020
    • LCS-1a

      Lean Competency System
      Jun 2022
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Crystal Franklin-Barker
      Magna Cum Laude DeVry University Apr 2015 GPA 3.78