RACHNA N. BADLANI RPh, MHA
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Experienced, patient care oriented pharmacist with strong background in healthcare administration. Accomplished pharmacy manager dedicated to ensuring federal, state and insurance compliance as well as patient safety while aligning with and engaging the pharmacy team to deliver results. Currently licensed in Oregon and California.
WORK EXPERIENCE
WALGREENS PHARMACY, Portland, OR Dec 2019 – Present Pharmacy Manager/Pharmacist-in-Charge
Responsible for pharmacy sales, inventory procedures, shrink, customer service and gross profit
Ensure compliance with all government programs and laws related to pharmacy including Medicaid, Medicare Part D, DMEPOS and HIPAA
Maintain records of DEA and state-regulated controlled substances; responsible for associated audits and annual inventories
Consult with customers about prescription and over-the-counter medications
Provide leadership and coaching to team members to improve performance toward individual and overall pharmacy goals
SAFEWAY PHARMACY, Anderson, CA Apr 2018 – Jul 2019 Pharmacy Manager/Pharmacist-in-Charge
Partnered with management in developing and implementing initiatives to increase profitability
Implemented optimal inventory control and oversaw reduction of over $100,000 in overstock
Recruited, trained and supervised ancillary pharmacy staff including pharmacy technicians, clerks and interns
Maintained pharmacy operational standards for metrics, safety and compliance
Managed rejected claims, conducted gross margin analysis and generated reports for management
Immunization enrollment, screening and vaccine administration to patients, including specialty medication administration
OWENS HEALTHCARE, LLC, Redding, CA Oct 2017 – May 2019 Per Diem Pharmacist, Long Term Care
Provided drug information to nurses using several clinical references to resolve pharmacy-related issues
Assisted in maintaining inventory control and purchasing, and regularly performed weekly audits of perpetual C-II inventory
Verified kits, E-boxes, emergency kits, narcotic kits, and pre-packs eCLINICAL WORKS, LLP, Pleasanton, CA Jul 2013 – Jul 2016 EHR Training Specialist
Provided training, application support and assistance to EHR end users in medical clinics
Identified training requirements, followed and maintained a technical training plan to support training objectives
Served as a liaison with physicians, office administrators, and clinical support staff to ensure successful implementation and ongoing performance of the EHR system ERNST & YOUNG, LLP, Philadelphia, PA Apr 2012 – Sep 2012 Intern, Assurance Services, Fraud Investigation and Dispute Services
Assisted with record management for pharmaceutical client facing federal and state off-label marketing allegations
Reviewed written compliance policies and procedures to meet Corporate Integrity Agreement (CIA) requirements
Completed physician payment testing for pharmaceutical client on an Independent Review Organization (IRO) engagement team
CVS/CAREMARK, Inc., Scottsdale, AZ Jan 2007 – Jul 2011 Clinical Care Pharmacist, Pharmacy Advisor® (Diabetes)
Worked with pharmacy benefit management clients on diabetes management program that improved care and reduced yearly costs for members with diabetes
Assessed and managed medication therapy, adherence to standards of care, and promoted self- management of diabetes
Evaluated prescriptions for clinical appropriateness and cost saving opportunities
Reviewed participant profiles, drug use history, allergies, drug interactions, and additional drug utilization review needed to ensure patient safety ALBERTSONS, LLC, Scottsdale, AZ Jan 2005 – Jan 2007 Floater Pharmacist
Consulted patients regarding use of prescription and OTC medications; and general health care issues
Suggested cost-effective generic alternatives to physicians and un-insured patients
Contacted insurances to resolve third party rejections, prior authorizations, and communicated effectively for any audits for private insurances
EDUCATION
CORNELL UNIVERSITY – SLOAN PROGRAM IN HEALTH ADMINISTRATION, Ithaca, NY M.H.A., Dec 2013
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY, Boston, MA
M.S., Chemistry, Sep 2004, M.S., Pharmacology, Sep 2002 MUMBAI UNIVERSITY, Mumbai, India
B.S., Pharmacy, Jun 2000
SELECTED RESEARCH
Badlani, R. N.; Mayer, J. L.; Mabrouk, P.A.; Polym. Mater. Sci. Eng. 2003, 89, 596-597
Anderson, P. E.; Badlani, R. N.; Mayer, J. L.; Mabrouk, P. A.; J. Am. Chem. Soc. 2002, 124(35), 102*******
Poster: “Novel Green Method for Synthesizing Conducting Polypyrrole.” Badlani, R. N.; Mayer, J. L.; Mabrouk, P.A.; September, 2003; 226th American Chemical Society National Meeting, New York, NY
Poster: “Electrochemical Synthesis and Characterization of Conducting Polymers in Supercritical Carbon Dioxide.” Badlani, R. N.; Mayer, J. L.; Anderson, P. E., Mabrouk, P.A.; September, 2002; 224th American Chemical Society National Meeting, Boston, MA CERTIFICATIONS
REGISTERED PHARMACIST
Oregon State Board of Pharmacy License RPH-0017265
California State Board of Pharmacy License 62416
Arizona State Board of Pharmacy License 15367 (not currently active)
APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certificate May, 2017
BLS/CPR Training Certificate
AWARDS AND HONORS
Nominated for University-wide ‘Outstanding Teaching Assistant’ award at Northeastern University, 2003-04
Selected amongst pool of Northeast section graduate and advanced undergraduate students to attend Pfizer Green Chemistry workshop to recognize commitment towards environmentally benign and viable chemistry
Honored and recognized for educating 30+ pharmacy technicians in preparation for Pharmacy Technician Certification Program (PTCB) at CVS/Caremark
Awarded ‘Honorable Mention’ amongst 32 competing teams at University of Alabama’s Health Administration Case Competition, February, 2012
Selected to participate in Health Administration Case Competition at University of Alabama, February, 2013