Ann Marie Alexander
Lafayette,CO
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacist offering 17 years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators. Meticulous Pharmacist with 17 years of experience in reviewing and fulfilling prescription and OTC medications. Advises patients of side effects, contraindications and benefits of medications.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
09.2020 - Current
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.
- Directly supervised multiple Pharmacy Technicians, interns and support staff while on duty.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure.
- Maintained state and federal records of legendary drugs and controlled substances.
- Received and accurately processed written prescriptions from customers using medical computer system.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
English First
07.2015 - 08.2020
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Coached students on English pronunciation and intonation for eloquent conversation.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreen's Pharmacy
02.2007 - 06.2015
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.
- Directly supervised [Number] Pharmacy Technicians, interns and support staff while on duty.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Assessed correct identity, strength and purity of medications when filling prescriptions.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Received and accurately processed written prescriptions from customers using medical computer system.
- Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure.
- Maintained state and federal records of legendary drugs and controlled substances.
- Properly instructed pharmacy students and residents on introductory and advanced pharmacy practice rotations.
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreen's Pharmacy
07.2001 - 02.2007
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.
- Directly supervised multiple Pharmacy Technicians, interns and support staff while on duty.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Assessed correct identity, strength and purity of medications when filling prescriptions.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Received and accurately processed written prescriptions from customers using medical computer system.
- Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Allied Healt
Boston, MA05.1999
Skills
- Medicare and Medicaid Processes
- Pharmacy Operations Management
- Quality Assurance
- Skilled in Clinical Interventions
- Retail Pharmacy Procedure Knowledge
- Quality Review Processes
- Overseeing Interns
- Board Inspections Familiarity
- Medication Dispensation
- Drug Inventory Management
- Prescriptions Management
- Promotion of Health and Disease Prevention
- Customer Service
- Loss Prevention Controls
- Safety Awareness
- Treatment Consulting
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
09.2020 - Current
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
English First
07.2015 - 08.2020
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreen's Pharmacy
02.2007 - 06.2015
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreen's Pharmacy
07.2001 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Allied Healt
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