SUSAN D. ADAO
Fairhaven, MA
508-***-**** ● *********@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Very dedicated, hardworking candidate with professional background providing exceptional care to patients/customers as a Registered Pharmacist. Skilled in leading and developing cohesive, high-performing teams. Takes pride in producing work that is error free while thriving in deadline-driven environments. Strong attention to detail. Exceptional work ethic. Arrives to work early each day and works efficiently and effectively.
Leadership/Team Building Focus on Patient Safety Acute Attention to Detail
High Level of Professionalism Meets & Exceeds Goals/Targets Able to Multi-Task
Excellent Communication Skills Crisis Intervention Problem-Solving Skills
Bilingual with fluency in English and Portuguese
Experience managing highly confidential information – HIPAA
Adept at ensuring compliance with all legal requirements, promoting high customer satisfaction
and growing the business
Skills include: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Word, RX 2000, Connexus, RX Companion,
PMP- Prescription Monitoring Program and MTM – Medication Therapy Management
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Wal-Mart Pharmacy, Plymouth, MA 11/2003 – 12/2017
Pharmacy Manager
Hired, trained and mentored all new pharmacists and existing staff. Ensured compliance with company-established standards for patient care. Utilized excellent interpersonal skills to quickly resolve issues.
Achievements in this role:
Modeled, enforced, and provided direction and guidance to associates on creating an exceptional customer experience.
Oversaw the implementation and participated in community outreach programs. Encouraged associates to serve as contributing members of the community.
Led the team to achieve the “Top Performing” store in my district for script count, OTC and pharmacy sales, and MTM. Gained recognition for the accuracy of the Technicians.
Asked on many occasions to assume the role of District Manager based upon quality of my work and exceptional leadership skills.
Top Producer in achieving goals for patient immunizations.
Supervised and scheduled 2 staff pharmacists, 6 technicians, and a team of 6 OTC associates.
Improved drug inventory management systems to reduce waste and eliminate backorders
Cross-promoted similar products to maximize add-on sales.
Continued
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Fairhaven, MA
508-***-**** ● *********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND – continued
CVS Pharmacy, Middleboro, MA 08/2001 – 11/2003
Staff Pharmacist
Demonstrated compassion and care in all interactions with patrons. Quickly identified and resolved potential service issues. Provided customer support to all departments, ensuring departments were stocked, prepared and operational while remaining current with all updated services and tools. Trained and mentored pharmacy team members.
Achievements in this role:
Delivered high quality pharmaceutical care in retail setting.
Researched, prepared, and dispensed medications and other pharmaceuticals according to professional standards and legal requirements.
Built solid customer relationships and delivered exceptional service.
Developed workflow procedures that maximized productivity and reduced errors.
AREAS OF RESEARCH AND INTEREST
Interest in the field of Cancer and Alzheimer’s and how Cannabis may contribute to improved patient outcomes
EDUCATION
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Science
Bachelor of Pharmacy Science - May 2001
Pharmacist License # 25139
CERTIFICATIONS
American Red Cross Association CPR Certification
Completion of ACPE Accredited Immunization Training program 11/21/2013
ACCOLADES
Numerous letters from patients expressing their appreciation for the care and compassion
that was provided to them.