Quintarious Perdue, Pharm. D., BCPS, AAHIVP, CHC
Pike Road, AL 36064
Phone: 334-***-**** E-mail: ad5skv@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION
Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm. D. (Cum Laude)
Harrison School of Pharmacy, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
Pre-Pharmacy Curriculum
Huntingdon College, Montgomery, Alabama
B.A. Biochemistry (Magna Cum Laude)
2013 to 2017
2009 to 2013
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE- ADVANCED PHARMACY PRACTICE ROTATIONS (APPE) AND INTRODUCTORY PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCE (IPPE)
Primary Ambulatory Care
SEIB Wellness Clinic
Montgomery, AL
Performed wellness counseling and screenings for diabetes and blood pressure
Provided recommendations for improving health during Healthy Habits and Diabetes visits with patients
Participated in initiating smoking cessation, following up with the patients, and recommending pharmacotherapy to assist in smoking cessation
110 interventions
Primary Ambulatory Care
Montgomery AIDS Outreach Clinic
Montgomery, AL
Provided patient counseling and HIV education
Answered DI questions for providers
Initiated and adjusted drug therapy
Recommended vaccines
Provided a summary of primary care guidelines for diabetes
116 interventions
Primary Ambulatory Care
Auburn University Wellness Clinic
Auburn, AL
Performed medication therapy management and health and wellness screenings daily including diabetes and hypertension
Provided immunizations and recommended immunizations based on comorbidities and age
Provided warfarin counseling, dosing adjustments, and INR monitoring
Assisted patients in initiating the smoking cessation process and follow-up
Critical Care Medicine
East Alabama Medical Center
Opelika, AL
Participated in interdisciplinary rounding in the ICU with physicians, pharmacists, and nurses.
Recommended drug therapy based on patient health conditions along with adjustments based on hepatic and renal function
Reviewed patient charts daily to optimize drug therapy
90 interventions
Drug Information
Health Information Designs (HID)
Auburn, AL
Assisted the pharmacists in processing insurance prior authorizations for patient drug coverage
Community Pharmacy
SEIB Wellness Pharmacy
Montgomery, AL
Counseled patients on all new prescriptions
Dispensed outpatient medications and participated in work flow processes of a community pharmacy, focused on business and management aspects of outpatient pharmacy practice, and learned the laws surrounding schedule II narcotics
Recommended OTC medications for GERD, allergic rhinitis and the common cold
Recommended alternative medications based on cost and drug interactions
100 Interventions
Health Information Systems
West Georgia Medical Center
LaGrange, GA
Monitored and adjusted warfarin dose based on INR
Provided dosing regimen for aminoglycosides and vancomycin along with trough and peak monitoring
Provided congestive heart failure education to all new patients
Participated in ICU interdisciplinary rounding once weekly and reviewed patient charts and labs to provide recommendations to physicians on drug therapy adjustments, discontinuation, initiation
205 interventions
Community Pharmacy
East Alabama Medical Center Employee Pharmacy
Opelika, AL
Counseled patients on all new prescriptions
Recommended OTC medications
Recommended alternative medications based on cost and drug interactions
Dispensed outpatient medications and participated in work flow processes of a community pharmacy, focused on business and management aspects of outpatient pharmacy practice, and learned the laws surrounding schedule II narcotics
Institutional Pharmacy IPPE Rotation
Troy Regional Hospital
Troy, AL
Institutional two-week rotation
Observed institutional pharmacy practice
Community Pharmacy IPPE Rotation
Columbus Regional Medical Center
Columbus, GA
Community two-week rotation
Observed community pharmacy practice
Feb 2017 to Mar 2017
Jan 2017 to Feb 2017
Nov 2016 to Dec 2016
Oct 2016 to Nov 2016
Sept 2016 to Oct 2016
Aug 2016 to Sept 2016
June 2016 to July 2016
May 2016 to June 2016
June 8, 2015 to June 19, 2015
May 12, 2014 to May 23, 2014
WORK EXPERIENCE
Encompass Health Mar 2022 to present
Pharmacist (Pool)
Ensure the daily operations within the hospital pharmacy allow the pharmacy to meet all customer and patient expectations.
Contributing to and developing pharmacy specific policies and procedures, ensuring all policies and procedures meet all applicable Joint Commission and other auditing agency regulations.
Participating on the interdisciplinary team; providing the appropriate information to the team and utilizing the information received to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Accurate interpretation of medication orders, and compound and dispense medication preparations in accordance with the legal and professional standards of pharmacy practice.
Perform consults for vancomycin, warfarin, and ESA agent dosing based on labs when applicable
Adjusts medication doses based on weight and renal function
Performs complete and accurate medication reconciliation and counseling to patients and or family members upon admission and discharge
Walmart Pharmacy Feb 2022 to present
Staff Pharmacist (Full Time)
Provide pharmaceutical care to Patients, including processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders, counseling Patients regarding health care and prescription medication needs, maintaining confidential information, maintaining controlled medication and required documentation
Models, enforces, and provides direction and guidance to Associates on proper Customer service approaches and techniques to ensure Customer needs, complaints, and issues are successfully addressed resolved within Company guidelines and standards
Ensures compliance with Company and legal policies, procedures, and regulations for assigned areas by analyzing and interpreting reports, implementing, and monitoring loss prevention and safety controls, overseeing safety, operational, and quality assurance reviews, developing and implementing action plans, and providing direction and guidance on executing Company programs and strategic initiatives
Maintains confidential information, documentation, and assigned records as required by Company policies, and local, state, and federal guidelines
Winn Dixie Pharmacy March 2021 to Feb 2022
Pharmacy Manager (Full Time)
Fill prescriptions accurately and counsel patients with each new prescription fill
Administer immunizations according to the state of Alabama immunization protocol
Perform clinical consultations via the Outcomes MTM platforms which include adherence monitoring and comprehensive medication reviews (CMRs)
Manage Pharmacy inventory including the inventory budget
Obtain and attend immunization clinics to vaccinate patients within the community
Perform staff meetings with the pharmacy technicians to review quarterly pharmacy performance within the measured metrics
Maintain accurate and organized files for prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
Implement vaccine appointment schedules into the daily workflow to vaccinate the community against COVID-19, Influenza, Pnuemonia, Hepatitis
Participate in community events by providing and administering COVID-19 vaccines and boosters to the community especially for patients without adequate access to healthcare
Consult with local physicians in the Montgomery, Prattville, and Millbrook area on current disease state management guidelines as part of conducting MTM services for current pharmacy patients
Assist patients in selecting drug therapy that is covered by their current insurance plan and is cost-effective by recommending a different medication where appropriate or providing the patient access to copay cards to assist in medication expenses to assist the patient in remaining adherent to their medications
Simplify medication regimens where applicable when providing MTM services to pharmacy patients
Winn Dixie Pharmacy August 2018 to March 2021
Staff Pharmacist (Full Time)
Fill prescriptions accurately and counsel patients with each new prescription fill
Administer immunizations according to the state of Alabama immunization protocol
Perform clinical consultations via the Outcomes MTM platforms which include adherence monitoring and comprehensive medication reviews (CMRs)
Manage Pharmacy inventory including the inventory budget
Obtain and attend immunization clinics to vaccinate patients within the community
Perform staff meetings with the pharmacy technicians to review quarterly pharmacy performance within the measured metrics
Maintain accurate and organized files for prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
Rite Aid Pharmacy (Owned by Walgreens) January 2018 to August 2018
Pharmacy Manager (Full Time)
Responsible for accurately reviewing data entry and product review, receiving and transferring prescriptions, and reporting quality related events in a timely manner
Responsible for growing the business and increasing prescription count
Responsible for recommending appropriate immunizations for specific patient populations and age groups
Responsible for managing controlled substance inventory along with records and making sure all CIIs remain secure in the safe
Responsible for recommending appropriate therapeutic interchanges for patients when appropriate
Responsible for ensuring the pharmacy department and pharmacy associates operate in compliance with federal and state regulations
Responsible for maintaining and high level of customer satisfaction and resolving any customer concerns and complaints.
Lead and inspire current and new team members
Performed clinical consultations on blood pressure readings and pharmacotherapy
Performed therapeutic dosing interchanges for antihypertensive medications based on insurance formulary and patient preference with physician’s approval.
Properly managed diabetes patients, performed training on how to use insulin vials and pens properly, and consulted patients on insulin dosing, oral diabetes medications, and lifestyle changes/self-care.
Rite Aid Pharmacy August 2017 to January 2018
Staff Pharmacist (Full Time)
Fill prescriptions accurately and counsel patients with each new prescription fill
Administer immunizations according to the state of Alabama immunization protocol
Perform clinical consultations and MTMs
Manage Pharmacy inventory
Performed clinical consultations on blood pressure readings and pharmacotherapy
Performed therapeutic dosing interchanges for antihypertensive medications based on insurance formulary and patient preference with physician’s approval.
Properly managed diabetes patients, performed training on how to use insulin vials and pens properly, and consulted patients on insulin dosing, oral diabetes medications, and lifestyle changes/self-care.
Auburn University November 2016 to May 2017
Pharmacokinetics Exam Grader
Graded P3 pharmacokinetic exams under the supervision of faculty member and P3 pharmacokinetics professor Dr. Susie Thomas.
Winn-Dixie Pharmacy June 2015 to May 2017
Pharmacy Intern
Performed pharmacy related tasks under direct supervision
Worked approximately 8 hours a week during academic year and 40 hours a week during holiday breaks and summer break
Administering immunizations
Performing therapeutic interchanges and counseling patients
Auburn University Aug 2014 to May 2016
Drugs and Diseases Graduate Teaching Assistant
Assisted students by providing additional study and review sessions for the drugs and diseases course material taught by faculty at the pharmacy school
Worked approximately 10 hours a week; this included a weekly 3 hour session plus the time used to create study material to provide for the students
Rite Aid Pharmacy Jan 2014 to August 2017
Pharmacy Intern
Performed pharmacy related tasks under direct supervision
Worked approximately 8 hours a week during academic year, during holiday breaks, and the summer break
Responsible for providing point of care (POC) consultations
Administering immunizations
Performing therapeutic interchanges and counseling patients
Performed clinical consultations on blood pressure readings and pharmacotherapy
Performed therapeutic dosing interchanges for antihypertensive medications based on insurance formulary and patient preference with physician’s approval.
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) December 2021
Credential #: 3166268
American Hypertension Specialist Certification Program- Oct 2018
Certified Hypertension Clinician (AHSCP-CHC)
Academy of HIV Medicine Pharmacist (AAHIVP) Sept 2018
Consultant Pharmacist License July 2018
Certification in Sterile Products July 2018
Alabama Pharmacist License August 2017 to present
License #:19978
Basic Life Support, Certified Provider May 2017 to present
American Pharmacist Association Immunization Certification Apr 2014 to present
PRESENTATIONS
Direct Comparison of Dabigatran, Rivaroxaban, and Apixaban for Effectiveness and Safety in Nonvalvular Atrial Fibrillation. Noseworthy, Peter A., et al. CHEST Journal 150.6 (2016): 1302-1312.
Journal Club Presentation
Presented to students and preceptor at SEIB Wellness Clinic
March 2017
Donohue, James F., et al. "Improvements in lung function with umeclidinium/vilanterol versus fluticasone propionate/salmeterol in patients with moderate-to-severe COPD and infrequent exacerbations." Respiratory medicine 109.7 (2015): 870-881.
Journal Club Presentation
Presented to students and faculty at Auburn University HSOP
January 2017
Barrera, Carlos M., et al. "Efficacy and safety of oral solithromycin versus oral moxifloxacin for treatment of community-acquired bacterial pneumonia: a global, double-blind, multicentre, randomised, active-controlled, non-inferiority trial (SOLITAIRE-ORAL)." The Lancet Infectious Diseases 16.4 (2016): 421-430.
Journal Club Presentation
Presented to students, residents, and faculty at the Auburn University Pharmaceutical Care Clinic
December 2016
Spice: Intoxication and Treatment
Patient Case Presentation
Presented to students and faculty at EAMC
Opelika, AL
November 2016
Sperl, Jan, et al. "Efficacy and safety of elbasvir/grazoprevir and sofosbuvir/pegylated interferon/ribavirin: A phase III randomized controlled trial." Journal of Hepatology (2016).
Journal Club Presentation
Presented to pharmacists at Health Information Designs
Auburn, AL
October 2016
Fidaxomicin vs Vancomycin for Clostridium difficile infection
Professional Seminar Presentation
Presented to students and faculty at Auburn University HSOP
Auburn, AL
September 2016
Candidiasis: Overgrowth of Fungus and Yeast CE
CE In-Service provided to pharmacists and technicians at SEIB Wellness Clinic
Montgomery, AL
August 2016
Invasive Candidiasis Guidelines (2016 Update)
Patient Case Presentation
Presented to pharmacists at West Georgia Medical Center
LaGrange, GA
July 2016
Whitson, Micah R., et al. "Feasibility, utility, and safety of midodrine during recovery phase from septic shock." Chest (2016).
Journal Club Presentation
Presented to pharmacists and physicians at West Georgia Medical Center
LaGrange, GA
July 2016
Entresto: The New Heart Failure Drug
Drug Therapy In-Service
Presented to pharmacists at EAMC Employee Pharmacy
Opelika, AL
June 2016
Quinolone Usage Evaluation MUE
Evaluation of flouroquinolone usage at Troy Regional Medical Center
Troy, AL
June 2015
ABSTRACTS PRESENTED
“Evaluation of insulin glargine use in critically ill patients receiving nutritional support”
Presented at 51st ASHP Midyear Conference
Las Vegas, NV, December 2016
“Solvent Effects in the Formation of Styker’s Reagent From Copper (II) Acetate”
Poster Presentation presented at the 242nd and 243rd American Chemical Society (ACS) meeting
Denver, CO, August 2011
San Diego, CA May 2012
PUBLICATIONS
“Solvent Effects in the Formation of Stryker’s Reagent From Copper(II) Acetate,” Caroline Benjamin, Dexter Dean, Paige Lathem, Quintarious Perdue, Chasity Ward, and Jeremy M. Carr, Journal of Undergraduate Chemistry Research, 2012, Vol. 11, No. 3, pp. 81-83.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)
Phi Delta Chi Pharmacy Fraternity
Alabama Pharmacy Association
Sept 2016 to present
Jan 2015 to present
Aug 2013 to present
HONORS AND AWARDS
Graben Family Scholarship
Phi Delta Chi Brother of the Month
1st Place in Student National Pharmaceutical Association
(SNPhA) Diabetes Bowl
National Society of Leadership and Success
Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society
Craven Family Endowed Scholarship
Pharmacy Dean’s Scholar
Mark Dowery Morgan Memorial Endowed Scholarship
Harry Linden Endowed Scholarship
Sept 2016
Oct 2015
Oct 2015
Sept 2015
Sept 2015
Sept 2015
Sept 2015
Sep 2014
Sep 2014
VOLUNTEER SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP
SNPhA Health Fair
Attended Health Fair as a licensed pharmacist to assist pharmacy students in providing primary care services to Auburn residents including testing blood sugar, giving blood pressure readings, and providing additional information on how to manage hypertension and diabetes
Sisters Exemplifying Excellence Cancer Walk
(Phi Delta Chi)
Phi Delta Chi Fraternity hosted a cancer walk at Auburn High School to raise money for cancer research in honor of breast cancer awareness month
Phi Delta Chi Treasurer
Responsible for managing the Chi Chapter’s Finances
Church of the Highlands Boy’s and Girl’s Club
(Phi Delta Chi)
Community Service Project where Phi Delta Chi Fraternity partnered with the Church of the Highlands Boys and Girls Club to help prepare facilities and classrooms for the upcoming Spring Break activities
Making Hunger Disappear (Hunger Week Event)
(Auburn University Committee of 19)
Collected canned goods from the pharmacy school and delivered them to the food pantry on Auburn University’s campus
All Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Event Program Assistant
(Auburn University Student National Pharmaceutical Association)
Responsible for providing and preparing gifts and awards for the breast cancer survivors who came to speak at the event
Oct 2017
Oct 2015
Apr 2015 to May 2016
Mar 2015
Oct 2013
Oct 2013
REFERENCES
Available upon request