Pharmacist
Resume:
JAMES M. STEPHEN
PharmD
Floral Park, NY 11001
adlx1k@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a pharmacist position where I can exercise new components of pharmacy practice and utilize patient-centered care in an institutional setting.
WORK EXPERIENCE
ShopRite Pharmacy 275; Yonkers, NY— Staff Pharmacist Oct 2017 – Current
● Well-versed with Outcomes MTM. Conducted multiple CMRs, which help reduce potential medication errors and increase quality of life.
● Administered vaccines as per CDC immunization schedule by reviewing patient profiles and educating patients on current recommendations.
● Ensuring growth of pharmacy by monitoring script count and revenue daily.
● Allowing technicians to advance their careers by providing regular performance feedback.
● Assisting patients in obtaining suitable prescription drug plans.
● Working with patients and providers to find co-pay assistance programs and achieve affordable therapy to improve compliance. 145th St Pharmacy; New York, NY — Supervising Pharmacist Jun 2017 – Oct 2017
● Helped improve workflow in a high-volume store by instilling processes to reduce patient wait times and increase customer service; potentially allowing more time to service a greater number of patients.
● Maintaining a clean and efficient pharmacy by reducing clutter and increasing patient perception.
CERTIFICATION AND
LICENSES
New York State Board of
Pharmacy: Pharmacist with
Immunization Privilege
License Number: 061411-I
2016 – Active
American Safety & Health
Institute: CPR and AED
Certification
2016 – Active
EDUCATION
Albany College of Pharmacy
and Health Sciences; Albany,
NY
PharmD
Aug 2009 – May 2015
SUNY Stony Brook
University; Stony Brook, NY
Pharmacy Major
Aug 2007 – May 2009
COMMUNITY
SERVICE/PROJECTS
Project Christ International,
Inc.
Christian Family Camp;
Holmes, NY
Summer Program
2
3 Gem Pharmacy; Bronx, NY — Supervising Pharmacist Mar 2017 – May 2017
● Working with wholesalers to obtain lower priced meds while keeping inventory low and tightly regulated.
● Worked with physicians to ensure appropriate medication use and dosing.
Rite Aid Store 02451; Philadelphia, PA — Staff Pharmacist Oct 2016 – Feb 2017
● Managing inventory daily for cost-effective control of inventory.
● Assisting in patient’s health related questions for effective patient-centered care.
Rite Aid Store 03770; Philadelphia, PA — Staff Pharmacist Feb 2016 – Oct 2016
● Conducted monthly internal audits to ensure compliance with federal and state laws.
● Encouraging pharmacy team collaboration by sharing duties and rotating tasks.
Rite Aid Store 04610; Woodhaven, NY — Pharmacy Intern Apr 2013 – Dec 2015
● Learned to be a part of the pharmacy team to improve pharmacy workflow and help free up the pharmacist’s time.
● Counseled patients on current medications and self-care needs. Mid-Village Pharmacy; Greenlawn, NY — Pharmacy Technician May 2011 – Aug 2011
● Entering prescriptions and patient information into BestRx pharmacy system.
● Filling, filing, and dispensing prescriptions in a timely manner. CVS/Pharmacy; Lake Ronkonkoma, NY — Pharmacy Technician Associate
May 2009 – Aug 2009
● Practiced use of customer service skills and company etiquettes to help build a positive and professional pharmacy environment.
● Knowledge of the pharmacy computer system (OPUS) and entering prescriptions.
Coordinator
2016 – 2019
Project Christ International,
Inc.
Medical Camp Summer
2012;Anantapur, India.
Student Volunteer
Jun 2012
Stony Brook University
Hospital
Volunteer Program
Feb 2009
Coler-Goldwater, Specialty
Hospital & Nursing Facility
Volunteer Program
May 2007 – Aug 2007
AWARDS
ACPHS Dean’s List
PROFESSIONAL
MEMBERSHIPS
National Community
Pharmacists Association
Jan 2013 – Present
American College of Clinical
Pharmacy
Jan 2013 – Present
3
REFERENCES
George Samaras, Supervising Pharmacist
ShopRite Pharmacy; 278 Tuckahoe Rd, Yonkers, NY 10710
Mohammad Rahman, Store Director
ShopRite Store 275; 278 Tuckahoe Rd, Yonkers, NY 10710
Keziah Narayana Jaya, Physician Assistant
NYP Queens; 56-45 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355
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