Gail Denise Snowden, Pharm. D. adtxwt@r.postjobfree.com

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Summary of Qualifications

Highly dynamic, results-oriented, and motivated professional with 20+ years experience in the pharmacy field serving in a variety of roles (Director of Hospital Pharmacy, Hospital Pharmacist, Retail Pharmacy Manager, Clinical Pharmacist, Adjunct Professor, and Retail Pharmacist). Dedicated performance and loyalty in following orders with the proven ability to utilize extensive pharmacy experience and a reputation for delivering only the highest quality customer service. A multi-tasking professional who provides solutions to pharmacy customers and management. Proven skill in identifying business challenges and the ability to collaboratively shape customer solutions to meet their needs. Equipped with outstanding organizational skills, an excellent work ethic, and a strong desire to succeed; possesses a strong sense of customer service responsibility, pooled with absolute integrity.

Professional Experience

Navicent Rehabilitation Hospital Macon Ga

Pharmacy Manager Oct 2018

.Staffing and Managing a 30 Bed hospial

Review, write and implement pharmacy policies

• Implement Antibiotic Stewardship

Safety and Quality Committee

Chair of Pharmacy and Therapeutic Committee

Revision and implement Patient Discharge program

Pharmacy DNV survey preparation

Responsible for submitting and preparing pharmacy budget

Implemented Pharmacy Remote services for afterhours

Staffing order entry and medication therapy management

Southern Crescent Hospital For Specialty (LTACH) Riverdale, GA

Pharmacy Manager September 2008 – October 2018

Handles overall operation of pharmacy – managing purchasing and inventory control, budgetary, and clinical activities within pharmaceutical care as defined by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists.

Oversees health information management; plans, organizes, and directs pharmacy functions and systems.

Establishes goals, objectives, and standards of performance. Develops pharmacy policies and procedures.

Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescent, young adult, adult, and geriatric patients.

Advises health care team about drug compatibilities and interactions as well as maximum drug dosing.

Supervises workflow of orders through the pharmacy to maximize throughput without sacrificing quality.

Assures regulatory compliance and as well as adheres to all established company policies and procedures.

Leads staff education on pharmaceutical concepts and activities, staff training, and employee development.

Rockdale Medical Center Conyers, GA

Clinical Pharmacist January 2005 – July 2010

Dispensed prescriptions by following the established and documented standard operating procedures.

Monitored dispensing of prescriptions - following established/documented standard operating procedures.

Prepared extemporaneously compounded medications for clients as required including oral/topical products.

Walgreen Pharmacy Stockbridge, GA

Pharmacist November 2005 – September 2008

Provided patient counseling and dispensing while ensuring strong customer service to pharmacy clients.

Pharmacy responsibilities included: continuous quality improvement, more efficient business processes, documentation of policies and procedures, operational reporting, and pharmacy capacity planning.

Supervised pharmacy workforce to ensure safety and quality, and recommended lowest cost products.

Reported directly to the store manager and worked all shifts as scheduled with multiple duties that included: taking care of the customers, answering phones, researching medication, filling prescriptions, organizing the store and pharmacy, unloading deliveries, entering data, and inventorying of stock.

Experienced in refill, inpatient, supply, patient counseling, and the dispensing of over the counter drugs.

Walmart Lovejoy, GA

Pharmacy Manager November 2005 – November 2006

Responsibilities included managing inventory (OTC and prescriptions), dispensing, and the hiring of personnel. Supervised 5 staff members. Successfully reduced inventory by 25% within 6 months.

Routinely utilized customer service expertise in reducing customer complaints and wait time by 50%.

Led staff education on pharmaceutical concepts and activities, staff training, and employee development.

Northlake Medical Center Tucker, GA

Director of Pharmacy December 2002 – August 2004

Established an Electronic Medication Administration Record (EMAR) system with new bar coding technology to enhance patient safety. Implemented a Gynecology Oncology Pharmacy Program.

Developed and executed an after hour automated dispensing cabinet for this non-24 hour pharmacy.

Successfully completed the 2004 Joint Commission (JCAHO) Survey. Reduced medication errors by 80%.

Maintained patient information, which included: prospective drug review, pharmacy care plan, and physician prescriptions to ensure the proper medication was dispensed and prescription orders followed.

Recognized as highly competent in the filling of prescriptions, accurately verifying pharmaceutical information, recording inventory, and reviewing automated dispensing pharmaceuticals ordered.

CVS Pharmacy Atlanta, GA

Pharmacist (PRN) September 1999 – August 2002

Prepared medication for clients through mixing, counting pills, and the labeling of prescription bottles.

Maintained a clean, organized, and professional pharmacy department, according to CVS standards.

Operated in a fast paced environment with new duties and challenges daily requiring customer service.

Led high profile tasks, such as conducting phone calls to long-term care facilities and verifying orders.

Solved client issues in the pharmacy, ordered medication, and dispensed drugs as outlined in prescriptions.

Reviewed and provided detailed input to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of pharmacy programs.

Mercer School of Pharmacy Atlanta, GA

Adjunct Assistant Professor (3rd and 4th year students) September 1997 – May 2004

As an Adjunct Professor, taught lectures and laboratories; created tests, graded students; proctored exams.

Planned, evaluated, and revised curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.

Influenced students and professors to improve classroom quality and increase student performance.

Taught material from approved curriculum according to assigned schedule to ensure academic results.

Assisted students in achieving the completion of objectives and learning outcomes in a timely manner.

Utilized innovative instructional methods as well as timely class discussions to improve student learning.

Used clarity, defined goals, and a positive curriculum to establish a sustainable learning environment.

Developed an effective curriculum and productive lectures by using research and classroom best practices.

Southwest Community Hospital Atlanta, GA

Director of Pharmacy August 1991 – December 2002

Reduced staff by 50% while maintaining quality pharmacy operations. This resulted in an annual cost savings of $90K. Communicated closely with physicians to ensure compliance with formulary policies.

Served as a Preceptor for 3rd year pharmacy students. Developed and implemented formularies for specific hospital pharmacies. Assisted in development of clinical pathways for sickle cell anemia.

Demonstrated ability in implementing a new and innovative automated medication dispensing system.

Dispensed prescriptions by following the established and documented standard operating procedures.

Regularly maintained pharmacy schedules; led documentation of monthly/quarterly data reporting.

Education

Mercer University School of Pharmacy Atlanta, GA

Doctorate of Pharmacy 1985

Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy 1983

University of Iowa Iowa City, IA

Pharmacy Fellowship 1980

Xavier University New Orleans, LA

Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry 1978

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