Clinical Pharmacist

Clinical Specialist

• Jul 2011 - Jul 2020

Supervision of compounding, dispensing and delivery staff. . Order entry, Review orders for appropriateness dispense medication and update patient profiles, infusion pump programming for various therapies. . Clinical assessments, monitoring of patients at start of care and end of therapy. . Providing drug information to physician, nurses, caregivers and patients. . Clinical monitoring, care planning, and assessment of home infusion patients; . Maintains a professional image… Show more Supervision of compounding, dispensing and delivery staff. . Order entry, Review orders for appropriateness dispense medication and update patient profiles, infusion pump programming for various therapies. . Clinical assessments, monitoring of patients at start of care and end of therapy. . Providing drug information to physician, nurses, caregivers and patients. . Clinical monitoring, care planning, and assessment of home infusion patients; . Maintains a professional image and demeanor in appearance, actions and interaction . Work efficiently, optimize therapy and maintain absolute patient safety by utilizing current technology. . Maintain confidentiality of patient and proprietary information; and . Work effectively together with fellow staff to assure smooth operation and team concept. Key Contributions ▪ Increased branch budgeted revenue by over 30%. ▪ Increased budgeted EBDITA by 10-20% ▪ Cultivated and maintained strong network of referral sources ▪ Improved revenue by streamlining cost of production and drug/non drug spend ▪ Improved efficiency and performance by staff cross training. ▪ Reduced expenditures by contract re-negotiations and inventory control. ▪ Recognized for consistent improved quarterly branch performance Show less Supervision of compounding, dispensing and delivery staff. . Order entry, Review orders for appropriateness dispense medication and update patient profiles, infusion pump programming for various therapies. . Clinical assessments, monitoring of patients at start of care and end of therapy. . Providing drug information to physician, nurses, caregivers and patients. . Clinical monitoring, care planning, and assessment of home infusion patients; . Maintains a professional image… Show more Supervision of compounding, dispensing and delivery staff. . Order entry, Review orders for appropriateness dispense medication and update patient profiles, infusion pump programming for various therapies. . Clinical assessments, monitoring of patients at start of care and end of therapy. . Providing drug information to physician, nurses, caregivers and patients. . Clinical monitoring, care planning, and assessment of home infusion patients; . Maintains a professional image and demeanor in appearance, actions and interaction . Work efficiently, optimize therapy and maintain absolute patient safety by utilizing current technology. . Maintain confidentiality of patient and proprietary information; and . Work effectively together with fellow staff to assure smooth operation and team concept. Key Contributions ▪ Increased branch budgeted revenue by over 30%. ▪ Increased budgeted EBDITA by 10-20% ▪ Cultivated and maintained strong network of referral sources ▪ Improved revenue by streamlining cost of production and drug/non drug spend ▪ Improved efficiency and performance by staff cross training. ▪ Reduced expenditures by contract re-negotiations and inventory control. ▪ Recognized for consistent improved quarterly branch performance Show less

Branch Manager/ Clinical Pharmacist

• Sep 2008 - Jun 2011

• Managed all pharmacy operations in a single location. • Coordinated all dispensing functions related to patient care. • Performed all duties inherent in a managerial role which includes preparing monthly statistical reports on pharmacy operations, managing pharmacy contracts, prepares pharmacy for JCAHO accreditation survey and coordinates/participates in branch department and intra-departmental meetings. • Ensured ongoing communication among care team members and referral… Show more • Managed all pharmacy operations in a single location. • Coordinated all dispensing functions related to patient care. • Performed all duties inherent in a managerial role which includes preparing monthly statistical reports on pharmacy operations, managing pharmacy contracts, prepares pharmacy for JCAHO accreditation survey and coordinates/participates in branch department and intra-departmental meetings. • Ensured ongoing communication among care team members and referral sources. Monitors client/patient satisfaction trends. • Reviewed and adhered to all company policies and procedures Key Contributions ▪ Increased branch budgeted revenue by over 30%. ▪ Increased budgeted EBDITA by 10-20% ▪ Cultivated and maintained strong network of referral sources ▪ Improved revenue by streamlining cost of production and drug/non drug spend ▪ Improved efficiency and performance by staff cross training. ▪ Reduced expenditures by contract re-negotiations and inventory control. ▪ Recognized for consistent improved quarterly branch performance Show less • Managed all pharmacy operations in a single location. • Coordinated all dispensing functions related to patient care. • Performed all duties inherent in a managerial role which includes preparing monthly statistical reports on pharmacy operations, managing pharmacy contracts, prepares pharmacy for JCAHO accreditation survey and coordinates/participates in branch department and intra-departmental meetings. • Ensured ongoing communication among care team members and referral… Show more • Managed all pharmacy operations in a single location. • Coordinated all dispensing functions related to patient care. • Performed all duties inherent in a managerial role which includes preparing monthly statistical reports on pharmacy operations, managing pharmacy contracts, prepares pharmacy for JCAHO accreditation survey and coordinates/participates in branch department and intra-departmental meetings. • Ensured ongoing communication among care team members and referral sources. Monitors client/patient satisfaction trends. • Reviewed and adhered to all company policies and procedures Key Contributions ▪ Increased branch budgeted revenue by over 30%. ▪ Increased budgeted EBDITA by 10-20% ▪ Cultivated and maintained strong network of referral sources ▪ Improved revenue by streamlining cost of production and drug/non drug spend ▪ Improved efficiency and performance by staff cross training. ▪ Reduced expenditures by contract re-negotiations and inventory control. ▪ Recognized for consistent improved quarterly branch performance Show less

Pharmacy Manager/ Clinical Pharmacist

• Sep 2002 - Sep 2008

Pharmacy Supervisor

• Nov 1990 - Oct 2007

• Supervised inpatient and outpatient pharmacy operations which include drug utilization review, formulary and inventory control, narcotic ordering and dispensing. Quality assurance and formulary substitutions. • Conducted in-service lectures for residents, nursing and pharmacy staff. Drug information, Coumadin, Heparin, Kinetics (Vanco, Gent, Tobra, Amikacin) dosing and monitoring ADR. Drug allergy monitoring. Excellent knowledge of TPN, PPN, Chemo, IV Renal dosing and… Show more • Supervised inpatient and outpatient pharmacy operations which include drug utilization review, formulary and inventory control, narcotic ordering and dispensing. Quality assurance and formulary substitutions. • Conducted in-service lectures for residents, nursing and pharmacy staff. Drug information, Coumadin, Heparin, Kinetics (Vanco, Gent, Tobra, Amikacin) dosing and monitoring ADR. Drug allergy monitoring. Excellent knowledge of TPN, PPN, Chemo, IV Renal dosing and preparation. Cost effective antibiotic dosing and recommendation. • Ensured pharmacy staff maintains professional competency and continued education requirements. Ensures pharmacy staff participates in hospital and community educational programs such as health screening and fairs. • Conducted yearly staff performance reviews and evaluations. • Prepared monthly pharmacist and technician schedules and scheduled and conduct new pharmacist and pharmacy technician training. • Encouraged collaborative practice with medical, nursing and other healthcare professional through educational presentations, medical rounds and patient discharge planning. Show less • Supervised inpatient and outpatient pharmacy operations which include drug utilization review, formulary and inventory control, narcotic ordering and dispensing. Quality assurance and formulary substitutions. • Conducted in-service lectures for residents, nursing and pharmacy staff. Drug information, Coumadin, Heparin, Kinetics (Vanco, Gent, Tobra, Amikacin) dosing and monitoring ADR. Drug allergy monitoring. Excellent knowledge of TPN, PPN, Chemo, IV Renal dosing and… Show more • Supervised inpatient and outpatient pharmacy operations which include drug utilization review, formulary and inventory control, narcotic ordering and dispensing. Quality assurance and formulary substitutions. • Conducted in-service lectures for residents, nursing and pharmacy staff. Drug information, Coumadin, Heparin, Kinetics (Vanco, Gent, Tobra, Amikacin) dosing and monitoring ADR. Drug allergy monitoring. Excellent knowledge of TPN, PPN, Chemo, IV Renal dosing and preparation. Cost effective antibiotic dosing and recommendation. • Ensured pharmacy staff maintains professional competency and continued education requirements. Ensures pharmacy staff participates in hospital and community educational programs such as health screening and fairs. • Conducted yearly staff performance reviews and evaluations. • Prepared monthly pharmacist and technician schedules and scheduled and conduct new pharmacist and pharmacy technician training. • Encouraged collaborative practice with medical, nursing and other healthcare professional through educational presentations, medical rounds and patient discharge planning. Show less