Anthony J Pecoraro R.Ph. MS

Bardonia NY *****

845-***-****

aduoiz@r.postjobfree.com

www.linkedin.com/in/anthonypecorarorphms

Pharmacist

Progressive and diversified pharmacy experiences, blending operational management, inventory control, and staff development. Presents lectures to diverse audiences. Focus on customer service and problem solving tactics. Both flexible and versatile, a well-rounded performer committed to continued excellence.

In good standing with New York and New Jersey State Boards of Pharmacy

Certified as an Authorized User Nuclear Pharmacist and Radiation Safety Officer

Accredited as a Pharmacy Based Immunizer and CPR/BLS in New York

Achieved Yellow Belt Status in Lean Six Sigma..

SpecialtyRx, Ridgefield Park, NJ 2022 to Present

High volume long term care provider specializing with clinical antibiotic intravenous therapy plus sterile and non-sterile product dispensing.

Emphasis on pharmacoeconmics, USP <797> and USP <800>medications. NCM-USA P.E.T. Radiopharmacy, Bronx, New York 2015 2022 Pharmacy Services Manager and Radiation Safety Officer Responsible for pharmacy operations in a nuclear pharmacy dispensing cyclotron produced isotopes for human and animal investigational diagnostic use.

Expertise to adapt to the pharmaceutical industry providing quality management systems tailored to the highest standards surpassing the FDA 21CFR212 requirements.

Supporting Multi-center clinical trials.

Research and developmental processes and validations for the pharmaceutical industry.

Logistical distribution and excellent customer service. Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, New York 2014 – 2015 Staff Pharmacist (Contract)

Practicing pharmacy in a Level One Trauma teaching hospital with specialty areas including pediatrics, oncology, transplantation, investigational studies, sterile production utilizing USP <797> standards of practice, and a focus in cardiac regimens.

Knowledge of contemporary hospital pharmacy practice and service including integration of clinical services, distributive services, education, and research activities.

Thorough understanding of laws, regulations and standards governing new and study drugs.

Ability to interact constructively with members of a culturally diverse work environment.

Proficient in Pyxis and McKesson Carousel automation. MedWiz Specialty Solutions, Bardonia, New York 2013 –2014 Clinical Pharmacist

Provided clinical medication management and drug dispensing to adult and pediatric LTC facilities.

Improvement in the workflow and delivery distribution in routing and customer service.

Implemented a communication white board with real time priorities and customer expectations. This reduced incoming phone requests, increased staff production efficiency, and enhanced customer service. Cardinal Health Nuclear Pharmacy Services, Newburgh, New York 1999 - 2013 Pharmacy Manager

Responsible for the operations, financial and regulatory compliance for a decentralized nuclear pharmacy with sales in excess of $6MM annually. Recruited, trained, coached, and supervised a team of pharmacists, technicians, and pharmacy interns. Collaborated with local Sales and Marketing Consultants to secure new and existing business relations. Conducted annual radiation safety and business ethics training along with the organization’s leadership essentials and the company’s values. Trained staff and maintained USP <797> standards of practice.

Consistently exceeded budget plan year over year, resulting in regional profitability.

Reduced overtime significantly by efficient workflows and staffing the workday appropriately.

Supervised two pharmacy system upgrades; one converting from UNIX to a Windows platform (2004) and the most recent (2013) integrating a 150+pharmacy system that refined the process and workflow of the nuclear pharmacy business. This technology improved efficiencies, inventory management, and distribution between accounts and other nuclear pharmacies.

Instituted a “Diversity Day”; engaged employees to celebrate and share culture with their peers.

Conducted customer satisfaction surveys known as “Voice of the Customer” to better understand their needs and service accordingly.

Developed an Emergency Response Plan for the location that addressed accidental and catastrophic emergency preparation.

Headed the distribution and tracking of two devices to all pharmacies whose lab equipment was required for annual re-calibrations, or when equipment was replaced back in service. Med World Pharmacy, Valley Cottage, New York 1996 – 1999 Infusion Supervisor

Supervised the operations and purchasing for an infusion department within a Long Term Care pharmacy.

Marketed and converted three nursing facilities to provide infusion services for their patients.

Performed in-service training to pharmacists and to nursing staff at long term care facilities.

A team member that achieved JCAHO accreditation for infusion in a Long Term Care Pharmacy. Steri-Pharm Infusion Services, Hawthorne, New York 1991 - 1996 Director of Pharmacy

Managed the operations, purchasing, and staffing for a mid-sized home infusion pharmacy with sales exceeding

$10MM annually, Partnered with the Director of Nursing providing excellent care and positive patient outcomes.

Participated in a multi-disciplinary team in preparation and achievement of JCAHO accreditation

Developed and collaborated with nursing on Policies and Procedures and proposed patient outcomes.

Implemented strategic purchasing and inventory control. Reduced inventory by 30% the first year by reviewing prior usage and standardizing product lines with ordering par levels per item. Montefiore Medical Center, St. Barnabas Hospital, and Lawrence Hospital; New York - Staff Pharmacist

Practiced in prestigious institutions that expanded, and strengthened my professional development with a multitude of experiences in various disease states and patient mix.

Coordinator and lead pharmacist of the TPN team; served as an advisor to the Dietary Committee

Extensive experiences in the preparation of anti-neoplastic agents, sterile products, pediatric, psychiatric, and geriatric specialties in world renown teaching hospitals. Education, Professional Development and Training

MS Hospital Pharmacy Administration, Long Island University - Dobbs Ferry, NY

BS Pharmacy, St. John's University - Queens, NY

Adjunct Clinical Professor for Albany College of Pharmacy and University of Rhode Island Memberships

Appointed, NYSCHP Home Health Care Sub-Committee of the Professional Affairs Committee

Member, New York Council of Health System Pharmacists

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