Pharmacis In Charge Resume Example Carrollton Springs Pharmacy

PHARMACIS IN CHARGE

Professional Summary

Accomplished retail pharmacist with diverse clinical experience and proven strength in order processing, verification, inventory management and customer service. Excellent track record of maintaining positive relationships with customers and healthcare providers. Diligent and highly organized with excellent communication skills and a proven ability to increase efficiency and quality of operation while delivering excellent customer service.

Work History

Carrollton Springs Pharmacy. Carrollton, TXPharmacis In Charge | 11/2016 - Current

Review all patient orders for renal dose adjustments, therapeutic duplications, antimicrobial stewardship and interactions. Collaboration with physicians regarding therapeutic recommendations, dosing, frequency and drug interactions
Oversee a 3 pharmacy technicians in ensuring absolute compliance with Federal and State law, hospital policy and legal requirements with promoting a safe, satisfactory customer experience
Reviewed an update procedure for dispensing , reducing errors from 1% to 0.5%
Oversee proper disposal of narcotic waste. Perform overnight pharmacy call once a week to answer questions
Routinely communicate with providers to influence the use of formulary medications in compliance with clinical protocols, target drug initiatives and pre-authorized therapeutic substitutions. Document all clinical interventions using approved forms
Serve as a resource for therapeutic dosage and drug interactions. Suggest appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staffs. Develop educational programs for pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff
Initiate and follow quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Monitor compliance with all legal regulations and accreditation organization
Actively participate in P&T Meeting, pharmacy clinical services such as drug consults, Research and recommend therapeutic interchanges for P&T. Research and compile data on adverse drug reactions and subsequent policy changes
Monitor opiate utilization and conduct monitoring program for prescribing trend
Managed drug shortages or clinical safety issues in collaboration with Pharmacy Director
Monitor compliance with all legal regulations, quality assurance and safety procedures

CVS Pharmacy. Plano, TXPharmacy Manager | 05/2014 - 10/2016

Supervised, monitored and evaluated quality and effectiveness of patient care provided by pharmacy staff while filling over 1800 per week and managing daily activities with regards to effective operation and communications
Successfully turned around pharmacy operation in 3 months, improve Wecare Score from bottom 20% to 90% .(ranked top 5 in district)
Increased script count from 1400 per week to 1800 per week in 6 months
Utilized reports to adjust tech's schedule and meeting pharmacy sales target and work flow metric
Complied with state and federal drug laws as regulated by state board of pharmacy, DEA and FDA, maintained records for controlled substances, returned expired products to Genco and processed damaged items to StorngPak
Identified and resolved therapy change and drug disease in lieu with physicians and third party to ensure safety and cost effectiveness of drug therapy
Developed new process for employee evaluation which resulted in marked performance improvement
Provided directions and guidance to staffs on proper customer service approaches and techniques to ensure customer needs, complaints, and issues are successfully resolved within company guidelines and standards
Managed ancillary staffs in fulfilling more than 1800 prescriptions per week
Performed CMS required audits and ensured compliance with state and federal guidelines
Reviewed prescriptions to accuracy, counseled patients with regards to medication dosage, side effects and drug interactions
Offered health promotion and prevention activities for example, promoting Shingle vaccines to elderly, training patients to use glucometers and blood pressure monitors

Kroger Pharmacy. Garland, TXPharmacy Manager | 08/2007 - 05/2014

Achieved best improved store in 3 months in SW district by developing new process to receive and process prescriptions
Managed pharmacy operations to achieve business objectives, control expenses, direct operations to minimize wait time, monitor department performance metrics and collaborated with management in developing and implementing store programs to help meet sales objectives and increase script volume
Proactively managed patients' overall health and explore cost saving alternatives by collaborating with other healthcare professionals when dispensing prescribed medication
Motivated, trained and led staff of 10 pharmacy technicians and staff pharmacists to achieve top 3 highest volume store in SW district
Effectively maintained strict inventory to meet company budget
Supervised, trained pharmacists, technicians, prepared shift schedules and conducted performance reviews
Maintained inventory levels to company targets and perpetual CII inventory

Waterbury Hospital. Waterbury, CTClinical Pharmacist | 04/2000 - 06/2007

Reviewed and Interpreted medication orders using pharmaceutical care skills
Prepared controlled substances infusion drips
Assisted in Computerized Physician Oder Entry (CPOE) in MediTech System
Reviewed medication orders to ensure therapeutic appropriates. Reviewed drug-drug interactions and drug-food interactions
Maintained inventory levels of pharmaceuticals and supplies, assuring storage under proper conditions in accordance with all regulatory requirements
Prepared medication and IV orders for convalescent facilities and hospitals
Analyzed trends in medication use and made recommendations for policy updates
Partnered with physicians and other members of healthcare team to optimize patient care through effective use of medications
Performed Pyxis maintenance. Troubleshoot mechanical issues with Pyxis machines and other equipment
Enforced formulary system and followed departmental policy and pro when acquisition of NF products are judge necessary. Participated in cost-effective use and selection of pharmaceutical
Managed technicians and other supportive personnel. Validated accuracy of floor stock replacement, IV batches , cart fills and other drug doses dispensed from pharmacy
Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure
Directly supervised 2 Pharmacy Technicians, interns and support staff while on duty

Accomplishments

Implemented Benzo and Alcohol Detox Protocols, Antimicrobial Stewardship and Opioid Monitoring Program for Carrollton Hospital
Developed and maintained lean inventory system in the division that resulted in 20% reduction in cost of inventory over one year after implementation
In charged in adding two medication rooms, installed and modify Pyxis to meet facility needs and ensured medication rooms met Joint Commission requirements
Assisted in the preparation and interview process for Joint Commission in 2019. Pharmacy met all JC requirement with no citation during 2019 visit
Increased pharmacy profit margins by 10% by helping patients switch to therapeutically equivalent and more cost-effective generic drugs
Successfully turned around pharmacy operation in 3 months, improved Wecare score from bottom 20% to 90% (ranked top 5 in the district) at CVS pharmacy
Increased script count from 1400 to 1800 per week in 6 months

Skills

CPOE in EPIC, Pyxis Connect and HCS
Pyxis and Omnicare Experience
Drug utilization review
Strong management skills and leadership ability
Pharmacy operations management

Quality Assurance and Control
Exceptional organization skills
Risk Managemeny
Pain Management
Medication Therapy Management

Education

St. John UniversityJamaica, NY2000Bachelor of Science: Pharmacy

Graduated cum laude with GPA 3.56
Dean's List 1999
Golden Key National Honor Society
Rho Chi Honor Society

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed in the state of Texas
Licensed in the state of Connecticut
Certified in Immunization and Lipid Screening
Certified in CPR

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Carrollton Springs Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy
Kroger Pharmacy
Waterbury Hospital

School Attended

St. John University

Job Titles Held:

Pharmacis In Charge
Pharmacy Manager
Clinical Pharmacist

Degrees

Bachelor of Science : Pharmacy

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