Experienced Pharmacist with over30 years working in diverse retail and hospital platforms. Skilled at analyzing doctor notes and prescriptions to ensure timely and effective processing of orders. Strongly committed to regulatory compliance and data accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
DHR-Health Behavioral Center
Edinburg, TX
01.2007 - Current
Reviewed patient medical records for drug allergies, interactions, and contraindications to ensure safe medication use.
Oversaw and monitored dispensation of controlled substances according to regulatory requirements.
Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.
Reviewed data on medication use and recommended changes to established policies.
Provided counseling to patients regarding their medications including appropriate administration techniques as well as potential side effects or allergic reactions that may occur.
Managed inventory levels of medications throughout the facility ensuring adequate stock is available when needed.
Provided education to patients on proper medication usage, potential side effects, and storage instructions.
Delivered pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects.
Instructed physicians on correct medication dosages.
Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
Executive Team Leader Pharmacy Manager
Target
Mcallen, TX
09.2002 - 12.2006
Analyzed patient profiles for the purpose of providing optimal pharmaceutical care.
Trained new technicians to provide excellent customer service which resulted in higher customer satisfaction scores.
Increased focus on pharmacy's encompassing health services by administering immunizations and delivering patient consultations.
Achieved optimum staff performance through proactive management and monitoring of daily activities.
Facilitated communication between pharmacists, physicians and other healthcare personnel involved in patient care.
Counseled patients on preventive health measures such as diet modification, exercise programs, stress management techniques.
Maintained records of all prescriptions filled and prepared reports as required by law or regulation.
Maintained confidential financial and patient information to reduce risk of data breaches.
Collaborated with other healthcare providers in developing therapeutic plans for individual patients.
Managed workflow within the pharmacy department according to established standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Univeristy of Texas
Austin
12-1992
Skills
Order Management
Staff Oversight
Relationship Building and Management
Special Projects
Affiliations
Actively involved at Holy Spirit Catholic Church as a focus sponsor, lector, extra ordinary minister of the Eucharist and ACTS Core co-facilitator.
Member of Under the Protection of Mary prayer group
Supporter of Emily's Meals feeding the homeless of Mcallen
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