Asmeret Beraki PharmD

Vancouver, WA *****

Cell: 480-***-****

add0f9@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Reliable pharmacist with straingth in time management and prioritization. Experince in using different retail software. I'm highly organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality.

Enthusiastically bringing strong work ethic to a new challenge and team.

Skills

●MTM

●Pain Management

●PK software

●Safety and compliance

●Narcotics inventory management

●Quality control

●Automated medication dispensing

●Regulatory requirements

●Controlled substances familiarity

●Interpreting orders

●Drug interaction understanding

●FDA regulations

●Compounding abilities

●Administering vaccines

●Monthly narcotic inventories

●Drug therapies

●Recall monitoring

●Verifying inventory

●Delegating assignments

Experience

October 2019 to February 2020

Humana Healthcare Insurance

Tempe, AZ

Prior Authorization Pharmacists

●Knowledge of medications, vaccinations and regulatory requirements including HIPAA and DUR.

●Comfortable using new technology in support of improving patient outcomes, driving pharmacy efficiency and interaction with healthcare providers.

●Utilized RPH Launcher, DYAD and PAHUB, ARGUS to compile data gathered from various sources.

●Handled delegated tasks, including Non Formulary High risk medication, Multi Source Brand Drug and Step Therapy.

●Worked closely with team to deliver project requirements, develop solutions to meet deadlines.

●Achieved cost-savings to Non Formulary drugs and resolved prior authorization requests issues.

●Maintained drug information knowledge through resources, FDA and up to date guidelines.

July 2018 to May 2019

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Eureka, CA

Graduate Pharmacists Intern

●Delivered pharmacological education to patients.

●Researched customer health insurance plans to provide prescription authorization.

●Improved drug inventory management procedures to reduce waste and eliminate backorders or overstock.

●Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.

●Monitored dispensation of controlled substances, through careful oversight.

●Analyzed prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and prevent excessive usage.

●Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.

●Administered Shingrix, Zostavax, Tdap and annual Flu and Pneumonia vaccines.

●Enforced adherence to infection control protocols.

●Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories.

●Instructed individuals on the proper use of blood pressure monitors and other medical devices.

April 2017 to March 2018

Walgreens Pharmacy

Mesa, AZ

Undergraduate/Graduate Pharmacy Intern

●Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.

●Completed prescription data entry, processing, reviewing, verifying and dispensing, ensuring adherence to state and federal law.

●Minimized errors by recording and maintaining accurate and current patient profiles.

●Counseled patients to adhere to recommended therapy and improve treatment understanding.

●Emphasized the benefits of immunizations and the impacts of vaccines.

●Assisted group with any clerical needs by efficiently handling telephone calls, records management correspondence.

●Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients.

●Analyzed state law and Walgreens Company protocols to improve on processes and maximize productivity.

April 2017 to April 2017

Millcreek Community Hospital

Erie, PA

APPE Adult Medicine Pharmacy Intern

●Advised patients regarding proper use of new medications and OTC products.

●Cleaned and sanitized both counting trays and counters after medication preparation.

●Used pharmacy software to verify prescription and insurance information.

●Maintained patient drug histories.

February 2017 to March 2017

Civic Center Compounding Pharmacy

Scottsdale, AZ

APPE Compounding Pharmacy Intern

●Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.

●Utilize PK compounding software to compile date and info.

●Completed USP guideline compounding non sterile torches, lozenges, suppository, capsules and topical hormones project resulting in customer satisfaction.

January 2017 to February 2017

Gila River Indian Community HU HU Kam Memorial Hosp.

Sacaton, AZ

APPE Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Intern

●Maintained Patient drug progress and provided education to chronically ill patients.

●Participated in patient interviewing and Monitoring INR level maintenance in the Warfarin Clinic.

●Counseled patients to improve their understanding of medication protocol and the importance of therapy adherence.

●Collaborated in development of adding the FreeStyle Libre CGM to the hospital formulary drug.

●Completed the CGM medical diabetic glucose monitoring sensor use, cost, insurance coverage, side effect and benefit drug information report project resulting, including the FreeStyle Libre in the hospital.

●Enforced adherence to infection control protocols.

●Gained in the knowledge of assisting in medication reconciliation and preparation of SOAP NOTES.

●Handled all delegated tasks- MTM, patient education, review patient note and medication reconciliation, INT monitoring for the Warfarin clinic.

●Delivered discharge medication to customer locations.

January 2016 to November 2016

Veterans Hospital

Erie, PA

Volunteer Pharmacy Intern

●Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.

●Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

September 2016 to October 2016

Millcreek Community Hospital

Erie, PA

APPE Internal Medicine Pharmacy Intern

●Assisted in medication reconciliation and emphasized the importance of medication reconciliation in current therapy.

●Learned distribution of smoking cessation medication and counseling.

●Patient interviewing concerning home medication, smoking status, over-the-counter medication, remedies, vitamins.

●Learned how to calculate Vancomycin, Aminoglycosides through dosing manual.

●Ensured proper maintenance of patient medication history and drove patient compliance to medication protocol.

●Renal dosing, Aminoglycoside, and Vancomycin dose adjustment, monitoring peak.

●Completed drug information questions for a medical residency student project.

●Researched customer health insurance plans to provide prescription authorization and efficient patient care.

August 2016 to September 2016

Community Health Net

Erie, PA

APPE Community Pharmacy Intern

●Entered, processed and dispensed prescription.

●Gained knowledge in third-party billing and 340B plan processing.

●Counseled and advised patients on treatment options.

●Prepared medications based on physician orders.

December 2011 to July 2014

Arizona MENTOR

Phoenix, AZ

Caregiver

●Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.

●Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health.

●Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.

●Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

November 2013 to April 2014

John C Lincoln Hospital

Deer Valley, AZ

Pharmacy Assistant Volunteer

●Assisted pharmacist in daily operations and administrative tasks.

●Managed and received inventory by checking deliveries, counting stock, monitoring medication expiration dates and placing orders.

December 2010 to December 2011

The Tungland Corporation

Phoenix, AZ

Caregiver

●Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.

●Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.

●Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health.

●Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments.

Education and Training

May 2017

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Erie, PA

Doctor of Pharmacy

May 2014

Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College

Phoenix, AZ

Associate of Science

●STEM scholar Recipient

●Dianne H. Thomas Scholarship Recipient

●Honor Roll Fall and Spring semester of 2012-2014

●Phi theta kappa Member

June 2008

University of Asmara

Asmara, Eritrea

Economics Bachelor of Arts

Licensure

Washington State pharmacist license May 2020 - January 2021

California Pharmacist Intern License June 2018 - December 2020

Arizona State Board of Pharmacy, Pharmacist March 2018 - October 2020

Certificate

Immunization certificate

BLS

Machine Learning

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