Pharmacist
Resume:
Tara S. Quinn, PharmD
Pharmacist Manager, Clinical Services and Medication Management
Specialist, APPE Student Preceptor
Millers Creek, NC 28651
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Dedicated and highly experienced PharmD with 27 years in community and home infusion pharmacy. Specializing in clinical consultations, a patient-centered care approach, and collaboration within the expanded healthcare team.
Proficiency with digital tools and a strong level of adaptability, paired with a proven ability to quickly learn and implement new systems.
Passionate about improving patient outcomes and advocating for patient access and safety. Eager and ready to apply my skills to a remote setting, leveraging strong communication and problem-solving abilities to support patient needs and drive operational success.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Pharmacy Manager, Clinical Services Innovator
Boone Drug at New Market, Boone, NC, 2019-present (40 hr/wk)
Manage prescription dispensing and verification, while providing clinical consultations and disease state education
Expanded and optimized immunization services, health screenings/POC testing, CPESN projects, and adherence coaching, driving a significant increase in prescription volume and location revenue
Maintain provider collaborative agreements for enhanced patient- centered care and improved outcomes
Oversee pharmacy and retail store operations, including staff management, scheduling, inventory management, and legal compliance
Serve as site preceptor for APPE students with High Point University School of Pharmacy
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health, Columbia, SC, 2019 (65+ hr/wk)
Conducted prescription processing and verification, provided patient consultations, and delivered immunization services.
Pharmacy Manager
Princeton Drug, Johnson City, TN, 2017 – 2019 (40 hr/wk)
Performed prescription processing and verification, patient counseling and adherence coaching, compounding, and participated in CPESN projects
Fostered provider collaborative agreements for enhanced patient care
Launched immunization services, adherence packaging program, and DME supply and sales
Managed the daily operation of the pharmacy and retail store, including scheduling, purchasing, inventory management, and regulatory compliance
Coordinator of Medication Management and Clinical Services, Staff Pharmacist
Boone Drugs, Inc. Boone, NC, 2014—2017 (32 hr/wk)
Effectively coordinated telehealth clinical consultations, disease state management, and MTM services for the 17 locations in TN and NC
Completed prescription processing and product verification, patient counseling, and compounding services in multiple locations
Participated in provider collaborative agreements for enhanced patient care
Served as a preceptor and educator for pharmacy students and residents of schools in both NC and TN
Assisted with training of newly hired pharmacists
Staff Pharmacist
Mooney’s Pharmacy, Johnson City, TN, 2007-2015 (25 hr/wk)
Handled all prescription dispensing duties, patient counseling, compounding services, and medication synchronization
Designed and implemented a highly successful immunization program
Helped expand compounding services to become the fastest growing and most profitable division of the company
Acted as HIPAA compliance and security officer
Staff Pharmacist/Interim Pharmacy Manager and Admissions Coordinator
Coram Specialty Infusions, Johnson City, TN, 2005-2007 (70+ hr/wk)
Managed prescription dispensing and coordinated home IV infusion therapies
Engaged in telehealth patient consultations at initiation of home service and at weekly intervals during patient care
Prepared sterile medications in accordance with industry standards and regulations
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and home health providers to ensure and support comprehensive patient care
Managed support staff and assisted with admissions, billing, and delivery
Pharmacy Manager
Bi-Lo, Inc., Fayetteville, NC, 2001-2005 (35 hr/wk)
Executed daily dispensing duties, counseling, and patient care services
Performed all required duties as pharmacy manager, including sales and inventory management, legal and company compliance, and pharmacy growth strategies
Opened and rapidly expanded new store location, leading to one of the highest volume and revenue performances in the district
Pharmacy Manager
Eckerd Drug, Fayetteville, NC, 1998-2001 (40 hr/wk)
Performed daily prescription processing and verification
Completed all required duties as pharmacy manager, including meeting sales goals, inventory control, and adherence to laws and regulations
Responsible for 400% increase in location prescription volume during my employment
HIGHLIGHTS
-Licensure in multiple
states
-Multiple specialty certifications
-Disease state management collaboration
-Patient centered care
provider
-Telehealth Clinical & MTM
consultation experience
-Preceptor/student educator
-Ability to work and adapt in multiple locations and environments
-Proficiency with multiple pharmacy software platforms
-Sterile and non-sterile compounding background
-Extensive Medicare prescription plan knowledge
-Extensive knowledge of third party contracting, DIR fees,
and other business elements
-Extensive knowledge of the PBM audit process
-Experience with verifying coverage benefits and navigating the prior authorization process
-HIPAA compliance
Background
-USP 800 compliance background
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
SC License #42064
TN License #23919
NC License #14467
APhA Immunization Certification, 1999
APhA Medication Therapy Management Certification, 2013
PharmCon Self-Care Specialist Certification, 2020
RxGenomics Pharmacogenomics Certification, 2021
NCAP Pharmacist-Led Lifestyle and Weight Management Certification, 2021
NCAP Contraceptive Care Certification, 2022
Holistic Nutrition and Weight Loss Certification, In progress
EDUCATION
Doctor of Pharmacy, summa cum laude
Campbell University School of Pharmacy, Buies Creek, NC, 1998
KEY SKILLS
Organization
Self-Discipline
High Motivation
High Productivity
Effective Time Management
Adaptable/Flexible
Effective Verbal and Written communication skills
Reliable
Detail oriented
Problem solver
Digital & technical proficiency
Ability to work independently
Team Collaboration
Strong work ethic
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