BANGARRAJU PENUMETSA

• Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications and counseled patients on drugs.
• Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
• Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
• Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
• Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
• Dispensed medications and communicated with prescribers regarding therapeutic incompatibilities.
• Collaborated with colleagues, technicians and leading pharmacists in effective prioritization and filling of orders.
• Assisted patients in minimizing medical expenses by recommending generic alternative prescription medications.
• Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
• Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
• Supervised dispensation of controlled substances using careful oversight and audit procedures.
• Directly supervised 10 Pharmacy Technicians, interns and support staff while on duty.
• Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia and other diseases.
• Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure.
• Managed pharmaceutical supply procurement and management processes.
• Recommended appropriate clinical programs such as immunization, MTM (Medication Therapy Management) and DCS (Diabetes Care Specialist).

• Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products
• Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations

Audit, investigate and find out root cause for the manufacturing procedures and implementing in vaccine production, filling and packing processes.

Filling, labelling and packaging of Prevnar vaccines