Pharmacist
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Seasoned and goal-oriented professional, with extensive experience in clinical and retail pharmacy. Knowledgeable of regulations and protocols for dispensing prescriptions for diabetes, cardiology, geriatrics, oncology, and emergency room medicines. Armed with strong interpersonal and organizational skills; able to build strong rapport with colleagues and professionals of all levels. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Indigent Care Customer Service Pharmaceutical Operations Inventory Control Anticoagulation
Oncology Geriatrics Infectious Disease Pain Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EverPet, Denver, CO
Pharmacy Manager 2016
Handled the dispensing of prescriptions for cats, dogs, and horses in compliance with all rules and regulations of the Board of Pharmacy and the Food and Drug Administration
Reviewed and addressed all service issues and complaints
Managed Inventory to ensure cost savings
Supervised the compounding practices of two technicians who made Pergolide capsules.
Assisted in hiring and training on compounding procedures
SCLHS Saint Joseph Hospital, Denver, CO
Clinical Pharmacist
1984–2015
Examined patient’s clinical diagnosis; renal, age, and hepatic functions; disease states; drug dosage; duplicate therapies; and potential drug interactions in verifying appropriateness of medication orders
Collaborated with attending and resident physicians regarding changes to guarantee proper medications throughout practice rounds
Compounded Chemotherapies, TPN’s and epidurals in the 797 compliant clean room.
Proficient in Epic for 6 years, Pyxis and Omnicell, Microsoft word and Excel.
Participated on the Quality Assurance committee investigating ADR’s, DUE’s, DUR’s and RCA’s
Consulted and monitored consults for anticoagulants, renal, hepatic, delirium, Oncology regimens, Vancomycin and aminoglycosides
Worked in the outpatient Pharmacy dispensing prescription in both English and Spanish.
Compounded Vancomycin, Rocky Mountain and Magic Mouthwash for inpatient use.
Served as preceptor, mentoring and training pharmacy students, residents, and IV technicians
Supervised the team regularly on their daily tasks, such as checking the Swiss Log Robot; inspecting the 797 IV room; and answering sick calls and staff disputes
Participated in Oncology rounds and offered original vetted regimens with every chemo protocol that was administered.
Filed the Adverse Drug Reaction report for three years
Participated in investigational drug studies following all guidelines set forth by the investigating drug company
Facilitated patient education on proper Enoxaparin and Warfarin dosages and administration
Conducted medication reconciliation and patients interview in the Emergency Room
Established the original IV room to meet all State and Federal rules and regulations
Initiated the conversion of medications from intravenous to oral therapy ( po) thus generating cost savings
Completed the Department of Pharmacy annual training, which involved studying and reviewing statistical results in articles relating to Infectious Disease, Oncology, Cardiology, Geriatrics, Pediatrics and Anticoagulation
Kaiser Permanente Home IV Services, Denver, CO
Home Intravenous (IV) Pharmacist (prn) 2011–2012
Complied with all proper procedures for infusion of all intravenous medication dispensed
Organized and packed intravenous (IV) products before sending to home
Sky Ridge Medical Center, Lone Tree, CO
Staff Pharmacist (prn) 2009–2011
Offered support in answering questions, confirming orders, and inspecting technicians
Examined narcotics products, code carts and TPN’s.
EDUCATION
Doctor of Pharmacy, In Progress (Expected Completion Date: Apr 2018) University of Colorado, Boulder, CO
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy University of Colorado, Boulder, CO
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Saint Joseph Pharmacist Training, Denver CO
Infectious disease Cardiology Geriatrics Pediatrics and Anticoagulation, Department of Pharmacy,
National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) Taxonomy Certification
National Provider Identifier (NPI) Registry