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Anthony Fields

Strasburg,VA

Summary

Dedicated Pharmacist offering 20 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. Productive owner with proven track record of excellent customer service and consistent results. Possesses excellent communication skills, professional attitude and keen attention to detail. Dedicated to using latest technologies and processes to deliver highest level of efficiency. Talented Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 7 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
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Language
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Certificate

Work History

Pharmacist/Store Owner

Lantz's Pharmacy & Gifts
09.2007 - Current
  • Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
  • Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
  • Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
  • Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
  • Mentored and trained new pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, fostering a supportive work environment focused on professional growth.
  • Complied with pharmacy regulations to increase quality of health care and inhibit criminal abuse of drugs.
  • Reduced medication errors within the pharmacy by developing and implementing a continuous quality improvement program.
  • Streamlined prescription filling process, maximizing accuracy and minimizing wait times for patients.
  • Helped patients overcome vaccine hesitancy by providing facts about efficacy and safety data.
  • Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations, promoting compliance with legal regulations and best practices.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and inventory management systems.
  • Conducted regular audits of the pharmacy''s controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
  • Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, ensuring patient safety.
  • Implemented medication therapy management programs, resulting in improved patient adherence to prescribed medications.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained staff, enabling business to serve more patients.
  • Conducted blood pressure screenings to reduce heart attack, stroke and death.
  • Collaborated with insurance providers to resolve billing discrepancies, ensuring timely reimbursement for pharmacy services.
  • Participated in community outreach events, educating the public about proper medication use, storage, and disposal techniques.
  • Served as liaison between the pharmacy department and other healthcare professionals, facilitating communication regarding patient care plans.
  • Provided education and support to reduce obesity, diabetes and heart disease.
  • Reviewed and evaluated orders for non-formulary to identify generic alternatives.
  • Increased immunization rates in the community by administering vaccinations during flu season.
  • Educated patients on proper medication use.
  • Counseled patients regarding proper intake of medications.
  • Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
  • Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
  • Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
  • Managed drug and supply inventories.
  • Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
  • Hand counted controlled medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
  • Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
  • Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
  • Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
  • Administered immunizations and met with patients for medication consultations, effectively improving awareness of pharmacy's health services.
  • Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients.
  • Reconstituted oral liquids.
  • Completed accurate cycle counts, inventory management and will-calls for customers.
  • Maintained a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment to create an inviting shopping experience.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing agreements and secure high-quality products for the store.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Managed inventory levels for optimal stock availability, reducing excess stock and minimizing costs.
  • Implemented loss prevention measures to minimize shrinkage and protect store assets from theft or damage.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Provided financial management through preparation of bank deposits and settlement of sales, returns, and transaction reports.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Bernard J Dunn School of Pharmacy
Winchester, VA
05.2004

Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry

University of Pikeville
Pikeville, KY
05.2000

Skills

  • Customer Service and Communication Skills
  • Prescription Verification
  • Drug Inventory Management
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Drug safety
  • Maintaining records
  • Prescription Filling
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Billing management
  • VA Licensed Pharmacist
  • Drug Interactions Knowledge
  • Vaccination Administration

Accomplishments

Have won best pharmacy and Gift shop in Winchester Star Awards consecutively for 3 years in a row!

Affiliations

  • member of NCPA
  • member of ASHP

Certification

  • pharmacist License -active VA

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

Pioneer RX

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Paid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsCareer advancement401k matchPaid time off

Quote

Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.
Albert Schweitzer

Timeline

Pharmacist/Store Owner

Lantz's Pharmacy & Gifts
09.2007 - Current

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Bernard J Dunn School of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry

University of Pikeville
  • pharmacist License -active VA

Hobbies

 Enjoy spending time with my family. I have been blessed with 4 beautiful children. I love playing and watching basketball. I am a big Kentucky basketball fan. I enjoy playing basketball with my oldest son who plays for Legacy Christian Academy.

Anthony Fields