Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Community Service
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs)
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND MEETINGS
References
Timeline
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Amanda Kocher

Amanda Kocher

Buffalo

Summary

Conscientious Pharmacy Intern recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in medication dispensing, patient counseling, and pharmaceutical calculations. Excel in critical thinking, communication, and teamwork, ensuring optimal service and care in fast-paced environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacy Intern

Tops Pharmacy
Buffalo
11.2023 - Current
  • Interacted with patients, addressing inquiries, and offering personalized assistance to enhance their understanding of prescribed medications.
  • Provided personalized recommendations for over-the-counter products, leveraging knowledge of patient histories and symptoms to suggest suitable options for self-care.
  • Utilized pharmacy software systems for data entry, prescription processing, and maintaining up-to-date patient information.
  • Provided patient counseling on medication use and health-related topics.
  • Supervisor: Jennifer Karpie, PharmD

Pharmacy Intern

Buffalo VA Medical Center
Buffalo
09.2022 - Current
  • Skilled in compounding and reconstituting oral and external medications, including precise calculation and conversion of drug quantities, ensuring proper dosages, and formulations.
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting prescriptions, dispensing medications accurately using pharmacy automation, and recording necessary data in compliance with established protocols.
  • Experienced in pharmacy inventory management, including receiving, stocking, and rotating medications, as well as utilizing automation dispensing equipment efficiently to maintain optimal stock levels, and ensure timely medication dispensation.
  • Conducted medication reconciliation during patient consultations for accuracy.
  • Managed inventory by organizing and restocking pharmaceutical supplies.
  • Supervisor: Gregory Micoli, PharmD.

Pharmacy Technician

Wegmans Pharmacy
Amherst
02.2021 - 12.2022
  • Maintained a professional demeanor while handling challenging situations, showing adaptability and composure under pressure.
  • Enhanced problem-solving abilities by addressing prescription discrepancies, insurance issues, and patient concerns with efficiency and accuracy.
  • Supervisor: Rae Anne, PharmD

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy -

The State University of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
06.2026

Skills

  • Medication counseling
  • Prescription processing
  • Pharmacy software
  • Inventory management
  • Patient interaction
  • Customer service

Certification

  • New York Pharmacy Intern Permit Permit No: 20-104204, Expires: 08/2028
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support 2025-2026
  • American Pharmacists Association Immunization Certification 2023

Community Service

  • Frank A. Sedita Academy, Community Outreach Program, 2023-Present
  • UB SPPS, UB North Campus, Flu Vaccine Clinic, 11/22, 09/23, 10/24

Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs)

  • Institutional IPPE3, Tops Pharmacy, Williamsville NY 09/23 - 11/23 Preceptor: Jennifer Karpie
  • Institutional IPPE3, Sams Club Pharmacy, Cheektowaga NY 01/24 - 02/24 Preceptor: William Goral

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

  • Co-Chair, Say Yes Buffalo Community Outreach 06/23 to Present
  • Led an interprofessional team to design and implement engaging, multi-modal curricula addressing health literacy, medication safety, and disease prevention for diverse, underserved student populations.
  • Collaborated with UB Medical School students to teach students in Buffalo Public Schools about vital health topics through interactive methods, fostering effective communication and community engagement.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND MEETINGS

Community Outreach Program, Saturday Academy 2023-Present

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Pharmacy Intern

Tops Pharmacy
11.2023 - Current

Pharmacy Intern

Buffalo VA Medical Center
09.2022 - Current

Pharmacy Technician

Wegmans Pharmacy
02.2021 - 12.2022

Doctor of Pharmacy -

The State University of New York At Buffalo

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