Director of Pharmacy

• Jan 2022 - Present

Pharmacist (Per diem)

• Jun 2021 - Present

Initiate clinical interventions to improve patient outcomes -Fully assess patients to determine appropriateness of therapy, high risk medications, allergies, and drug interactions -Perform accurate dose calculations based on medication, patient condition, volume and administration rates -Communicate with the facilities clinical staff regarding IV patient management to promote high quality patient careAnswer drug-related questions as related to IV therapy and management in a timely manner -Contributed to the standardization process of preparing monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19 Follow established procedures concerning quality assurance and security of controlled substances -Maintain all record keeping necessary for legal compliance, inventory, and security of all scheduled drugs -Organize all policy manuals, reference books, and state laws in order to utilize them as needed -Maintain and ensure DEA required inventories of all controlled substances on a quarterly basis Show less

Clinical Pharmacist (per diem)

• Jan 2019 - Present

Manage all pharmacy related activities including dispensing medications, compounding, purchasing, and receiving to maintain a steady work environment -Recommend department operating budget for cost savings purposes -Monitor expenses to keep costs within established budget -Direct and monitor pharmacy technicians in preparation, packaging, labeling and distribution of medications Initiate clinical interventions to improve patient outcomes -Review medication selection, dose appropriate for patient's specific medical condition, avoiding serious drug interaction, side effects or medication duplication -Monitor effectiveness of drug therapy which is constantly changing to meet patient's health response -Actively participate in opioid and antimicrobial stewardship programs Maintain department facilities to promote efficiency, health, comfort and safety of patients and staff -Evaluate performance and make recommendations for department staff to improve department functionality -Enforce policies and procedures for department operation -Communicate key operational issues to external departments to ensure the safety of patients and staff -Supervise pharmacy interns and give insight into their projects to fulfill duties of a pharmacy preceptor -Directly train and assign department staff to ensure a productive pharmacy workflow Assure compliance with federal and state legal requirements as well as JCAHO and professional standards of practice -Direct the preparation and maintenance of department reports to ensure the pharmacy is compliant on both the state and federal level Show less

• Feb 2018 - Present

• Dec 2018 - Jun 2022

• Performs pharmacist tasks including drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management• Reviews, interprets and accurately dispenses prescribed medications when necessitated by workload• Counsels patients and answers their questions regarding usage of medicine, side effects, interactions, contraindications, generics, less expensive medicines, over-the-counter products• Ensures the use of all elements of the Good Faith Dispensing policy in conjunction with state and federal controlled substance laws when filling prescriptions. • Follows-up with medical providers’ offices to clarify prescribed medications, dosages, refills, interactions and allergies to suggest alternative medications, and answer medical provider questions.• Performs retail, clinical, and wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, diabetes awareness and other preventive healthcare services• Assists pharmacy manager with establishing procedures that promotes the efficient workflow of the pharmacy including assigning roles, coordinating activities and soliciting employee suggestions• Participates and assists in community events as requested by Store Manager or Pharmacy Manager• Assists and supports the pharmacy manager in analyzing performance data including pharmacy financial, customer service, and implementation of procedures Show less

• Sep 2018 - Nov 2018

• Mar 2018 - Sep 2018

Pharmacy Intern

• Mar 2016 - May 2017

• Maximized patient interaction by utilizing pharmacy counseling techniques • Worked in a fast-paced environment and adopted optimal multitasking abilities in order to manage vital tasks • Operated the Enterprise Pharmacy System (EPS) to process and document patient scripts • Participated in quarterly Healthy Living Events to support the well-being of Meijer’s patients • Conducted Medication Therapy Management (MTM) to generate medication action plans and personalized patient medication list Show less