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Odera I. Ekwunife, PharmD, RPh, MPH

(610) 504 – 4428 adg10t@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Licensed NJ and VA Pharmacist experienced in public health and pharmacy practice, health outcomes research, leadership, and project management. Effective team leader skilled in developing clinical platforms and health awareness programs to improve patient adherence, resolve patient and prescriber inquiries, provide excellent customer service, and uphold organizational standards. Outcomes-driven, detailed-oriented, strategic practitioner seeking this position to utilize my comprehensive expertise and skill set to provide exceptional pharmacy and therapeutic duties and achieve optimal health outcomes.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Pharmacy Operations Drug Utilization Review Medication Therapy Management Quality Assurance Inventory Control Patient Counseling Immunization Regulatory Compliance Outcomes Research Health Education Project Management Community Outreach EDUCATION

Doctor of Pharmacy, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, Baltimore, MD (2019) Master of Public Health, The George Washington University, Washington, DC (2015) Bachelor of Science, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA (2012) MILITARY SERVICE

Commissioned Officer United States Army Reserve July 2019 – Present Fort Belvoir, VA

• Lieutenant, U.S. Army Reserve

• Facilitate military training for soldiers, conduct platoon tactics and drill rehearsals, maintain accountability, uphold organizational standards, and achieve outcome goals

• MOS: 09S/Officer Candidate, completed U.S. Army Officer Candidate School in Fort Benning, Georgia

• Completed Basic Combat Training in Fort Jackson, South Carolina with 1-61 Infantry Battalion, 165th Infantry Brigade

• Awarded 2019 National Defense Service Medal for successful completion of Basic Combat Training RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Pharmacist CVS Health June 2019 – Present

Arlington, VA

• Supervise daily pharmacy operations, including medication preparation, dispensing, packaging, reconstitution, compounding at a high-volume retail pharmacy

• Consult with physicians, providers, and patients regarding the safe use of medications, detect potential therapeutic incompatibilities, contraindications, and drug therapy management consistent with evidence-based pharmaceutical guidelines

• Manage pharmacy inventory and assist in routine inspections to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including FDA and DEA regulatory policies Odera I. Ekwunife Page 2 of 4

• Facilitate COVID-19 community-based testing procedures and provide clinical support in accordance with CDC regulations

• Administer age-appropriate immunizations according to CDC guidelines, including influenza, pneumococcal, shingles, and tetanus vaccinations

• Oversee pharmacy technicians and interns to maximize overall team performance and workflow optimization

• Adjudicate pharmacy claims, billing, and reimbursement processes with third-party providers

• Comply with established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances and disposal of hazardous waste products

Pharmacy Intern MedStar Health Hospital June 2017 – May 2019 Baltimore, MD

• Assisted in pharmacy operations, including data entry, prescription preparation, and inventory maintenance at a high-volume hospital pharmacy

• Utilized Cerner integrated electronic health database to provide prophylactic health services and patient care management

• Provided patient counseling and education on diabetic supplies, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, and home health care products

• Trained pharmacy technicians and support staff, and resolved patient inquires to enhance workflow productivity

Pharmacy Intern Walmart Pharmacy March 2016 – May 2019 Towson, MD

• Facilitated daily operations, including medication preparation, dispensing, and data entry in 4 mid to high- volume community pharmacies

• Advised and provided patient counseling and education on new/refill prescriptions, over-the-counter (OTC) medications, and home health care products

• Developed and utilized RxCompanion clinical platform to perform medication therapy management focused on improving patient adherence, reducing hospitalizations, and resolving patient inquiries

• Facilitated quarterly Walmart Wellness Day events, health fairs, and immunization clinics for over 100 participants within the Baltimore and Towson, MD communities

• Successfully trained pharmacy technicians and support staff to maximize overall team performance and workflow efficiency

Graduate Research Associate University of Maryland School of Pharmacy April 2016 – May 2019 Baltimore, MD

• Conducted an Institutional Review Board (IRB) approved patient-centered outcomes research institute

(PCORI) longitudinal qualitative research study on transitions of care (TOC) post-discharge o HP-00072076: Patient perspectives on hospital discharge planning

• Produced a literature review to evaluate evidence-based data focused on the impact and function of innovative case management tools for patient-centered care services at discharge to reduce adverse events and improve health outcomes

• Reviewed and provided recommendations for improvement of regulatory compliance in public health science research studies in accordance with IRB and FDA regulations

• Developed, tested, and implemented quantitative and qualitative research surveys to test public health study efficacy and outcomes

• Conducted and transcribed individual and focus group study participant discussions to determine relevant study objectives and respond to inquiries and research investigations

• Developed and delivered 4 presentations on scientific data and research at national and regional pharmaceutical and public health conferences

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Public Health Program Manager Student National Pharmaceutical Association April 2016 – April 2019 Baltimore, MD

• Served as program manager and organizer for over 10 public health awareness campaigns and healthcare initiatives, targeting immunizations, chronic disease prevention, smoking cessation, and health promotion

• Facilitated and executed student-led community health outreach programs and fundraisers focused on preventive and public health, impacting over 150 participants in underserved Maryland communities

• Implemented public health activities and projects under existing cooperative agreements, contracts, and other health-related grant funding awards

• Worked alongside program administrators, community stakeholders, and service participants to resolve program-related queries and provide effective solutions

• Utilized professional project management software, including Microsoft Project, Asana, to create and implement project plans for the fiscal year

• Collaborated with the executive team to standardize and maintain an operating budget for the fiscal year

• Developed and facilitated an inaugural annual national delegate training seminar, and passed 2 written resolutions at the annual National House of Delegates conference Pharmacy Practice Extern U.S. Food and Drug Administration September 2018 – October 2018 Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER)

Division of Bioequivalence, Office of Generic Drugs (OGD) Silver Spring, MD

• Participated in the FDA Pharmacy Student Experiential Program (PSEP), attended pharmacy student lecture series focused on drug development and evaluation, pharmaceutical research, and regulatory affairs

• Evaluated and analyzed evidence-based data, conducted literature reviews, and journal club presentations on public health and clinical program initiatives

• Conducted qualitative and quantitative data analyses and developed written presentations on clinically relevant material to FDA scientific reviewers and regulatory stakeholders o Ekwunife O. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): A 2018 Overview. FDA Research Seminar. September 2018. Silver Spring, Maryland

o Ekwunife O. Dietary Carbohydrate Intake and Mortality. FDA Journal Club Meeting. September 2018. Silver Spring, Maryland

• Earned the 2018 United States Public Health Service (USPHS) Rx for Change Tobacco Cessation Intervention Program certificate of completion

Pharmacy Practice Extern VA Maryland Health Care System July 2018 – November 2018 Baltimore, MD

• Participated in Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) committee to develop and manage cost-effective medication therapy for improved patient quality outcomes in acute and outpatient healthcare institution

• Provided evidence-based clinical support for formulary management to optimize medication delivery, assess drug therapeutic equivalence, and implement formulary system policies for efficient medication utilization

• Co-authored USP 797 and USP 800 implementation guidelines for standardized health outcomes and patient care to the Baltimore Veteran population

• Participated in an inaugural palliative care project utilizing patient-controlled analgesia Alaris™ and CADD®-Solis ambulatory infusion pump modules

• Provided appropriate acute care pharmacological recommendations and clinical interventions to interdisciplinary healthcare team

Pharmacy Practice Extern Kaiser Permanente May 2018 – August 2018 Camp Springs, MD

• Assisted in formulary management and evaluation of formulary system policies on appropriate drug utilization, procurement, and access to medications

• Developed evidence-based literature reviews targeting efficacy, effectiveness, and therapeutic modalities of chronic disease states including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, COPD, and asthma Odera I. Ekwunife Page 4 of 4

• Provided clinical consultations, adherence, medication therapy management, reconciliation, and education to over 40 chronic disease state patients in a community health institution Pharmacy Practice Extern Holy Cross Hospital May 2016 – August 2016 Germantown, MD

• Participated in Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) committee to determine cost-effective formulary options and medication use strategies for inpatient pharmacy department

• Assisted in formulary management and developing best practices for patient care delivery in an 80-bed community hospital

• Attended daily internal medicine hospital rounds and provided pharmaceutical recommendations to health care team

• Presented topic discussions and accurately assessed drug information research on patient-centered healthcare to an interdisciplinary health professional team

COMMUNITY SERVICE

NJ Medical Reserve Corps Volunteer September 2020 – Present NJ Department of Health

Trenton, New Jersey

• Serve on an interdisciplinary healthcare team to assist in disease prevention, disaster relief, and eliminating health disparities within local and statewide New Jersey communities

• Bolster local emergency preparedness and response efforts through medical countermeasures (MCM) administration, dispensing activities, and point-of-care testing services Medical Mission Volunteer November 2018 – January 2019 Global Brigades, Inc.

Honduras, Central America

• Student pharmacist on a multidisciplinary service team implementing sustainable health systems in under- resourced communities in Honduras, Central America

• Impacted over 600 members in Manzaragua, Honduras through preventive health screenings, medication management, patient counseling, and educational workshops Community Service Coordinator January 2017

Project HopeBound

Nigeria, West Africa

• Facilitated an outreach service project and community fundraiser for over 100 participants in eastern Nigeria, West Africa

• Oversaw program logistics and collaborated with project stakeholders in local grassroots organizations LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND MEMBERSHIPS

• Registered Pharmacist License: New Jersey; Virginia

• APhA Delivering Medication Therapy Management Certificate

• American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Pharmacy – Based Immunization Delivery Certification

• Epidemiology in Public Health Practice Specialization Certificate, Coursera – Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

• United States Public Health Service (USPHS) Rx for Change Tobacco Cessation Intervention Program Certificate

• American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification

• • BACCHUS MAIN FUNC TIONS: Dis pensing a nd co mp oun ding of medicati ons using pha rma ceutic al ca re skills, main tains reco rds req uest Peer ed b y re gulati ons and dep art ment al policy, fu rnishes Health d rug i nfor mati on whenev er app rop riate or as r equ ested, and co nsults Educator pres cribe rs whenev er nee ded. Certificate Inpati ent -Unde r t he su pervisi on of th e Director of Pharmacy, c oor dinat es th e activi ties of the ph armacy d epa rtment t o p rovide th e highest quality of p har mac eutical car e to all pa tients serv ed b y the hos pital, w hile e nsuri ng p atien t saf ety. O utp atient Under the s upe rvision of t he p har macist in ch arg e of the out patient p har macy, coo rdinates t he activities of th e p har macy dep art ment to provi de t he hi ghest qu ality of pha rmaceutical ca re t o all p atien ts se rved by t he h ospital or the outp atien t ph ar macy, w hile e nsuri ng p atient saf ety. The scop e of pati ent c are provided may incl ude : Ge ner al Me dicine/S urgic al, Int ensiv e Care Servic es, O bstet rics & Gy necol ogy, Pediat rics, Emergency Ca re, Oncol ogy, P eri-ope rative, Ge riatrics an d Out pati ent Services

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