Enthusiastic, driven, and patient service-oriented pharmacist and credentialer with over eleven years of experience, now looking for a new challenge. Seeking to leverage my passion for healthcare, compliance, and professionalism in a dynamic fashion.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Credentialing Specialist
Boulder Valley Independent Practice Association
Boulder, CO
01.2023 - Current
Reviewing and processing credentialing applications to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with all accreditation standards
Validating primary source documents such as licenses, diplomas, certifications and other related credentials
Maintaining detailed records of provider data in the credentialing database system
Performing initial review for new providers to determine eligibility for enrollment into the network
Conducting background checks on potential providers utilizing various resources including state licensing boards, OIG and GSA Exclusion List, NPDB
Participating in periodic audits of credentialing files to maintain compliance with applicable regulations and policies
Interacting regularly with representatives from health plans and commercial payers regarding credentialing matters.
Completing enrollments into Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance plans.
Performed all aspects of pharmacy operations, ensuring continuous delivery of quality products and services in alignment with physician orders and prescriptions
Assisted pharmacy manager and technicians with establishment of over 50 new patients requiring pre-packaged medications, including transfers and physician requests
Assisted in training pharmacy technicians on prescription processing, inventory management and customer service skills.
Reviewed medication profiles for duplication of therapy, drug interactions, and dosing changes for pre-packaged medications
Interacted with patient care/home health/facility nurses to ensure optimized care
Completed daily ordering from vendors and wholesalers
Administered, ordered, and reported COVID-19 vaccinations
Conducted off-site flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics
Ordered and reported dispensing of COVID-19 antivirals
Collaborated with organizers of a clinical trial to screen and refer potential patients.
Staff Pharmacist
Trumbull Pharmacy
Trumbull, Connecticut
08.2018 - 01.2021
Identified significant drug allergies and potential interactions by assessing patient profiles
Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects
Oversaw drug preparation and distribution activities to provide safe, efficient care for patients
Communicated daily with physicians, nurses, and medical assistants to improve patient outcomes
Ensured compliance with strict health, industry, and organizational regulations.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health
Westport, Connecticut
08.2017 - 03.2018
Supported pharmacy manager to achieve service and inventory goals
Acted as pharmacy manager when manager was not present or unavailable
Supervised training of staff via in-store training and educational modules.
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Health
Tucson, Arizona
12.2012 - 08.2017
Lead pharmacy team to achieve highest customer service score in district
Opened two new pharmacies for CVS Health as manager
Hired and supervised team of pharmacy technicians, interns and support staff
Created and implemented policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health
Tucson, Arizona
08.2011 - 12.2012
Lead and performed all aspects of pharmacy operations, ensuring continuous delivery of quality products and services in alignment with physician orders and prescriptions.
Pharmacy Intern
Osco Pharmacy
Laramie, Wyoming
04.2009 - 04.2011
Trained as a student under a pharmacist to learn the basics of working in a retail pharmacy setting.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy in Pharmacy -
University of Wyoming
05.2011
Skills
Experienced with RxConnect, PioneerRx, BestRX pharmacy software
Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GSuite
90 WPM
Inventory management
Insurance billing
Insurance enrollment
Medicare, Medicaid and payer compliance
Experienced in Audits
NCQA and CMS Regulations
Staff development
Complaint/conflict resolution
Adaptability to business needs
Certification
Registered Pharmacist-Colorado State Board of Pharmacy
Registered Pharmacist-Connecticut Commission of Pharmacy
Registered Pharmacist-Arizona State Board of Pharmacy
Immunizing Pharmacist License-Arizona State Board of Pharmacy
Board of Directors Member at Boulder Area Human Resources Association - BoulderBoard of Directors Member at Boulder Area Human Resources Association - Boulder