Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Completed Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences
Completed Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences
Honors And Awards
Certifications And Licensure
Presentations And Projects
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Volunteer Hours
Interprofessional Education
Professional Involvement And Leadership
Miscellaneous
Anticipated Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences
References
Timeline
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BECCA CALLAHAN

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Graduate Intern

Kroger Pharmacy
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Ensured safe and effective drug therapy for patients through diligent monitoring of medication interactions and contraindications.
  • Participated in continuous education programs to maintain competence in pharmaceutical knowledge and industry updates regularly.
  • Provided support to pharmacy staff during high-traffic periods, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities and teamwork skills.

Pharmacy Intern

Kroger Pharmacy
10.2022 - 04.2024
  • Expanded knowledge of various medication classes through continuous learning from experienced pharmacists and attending relevant training sessions.
  • Provided friendly customer service at drop-off and pick-up counters.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.

Pharmacy Technician

Kroger Pharmacy
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy -

South College School of Pharmacy
Knoxville, TN
04.2024

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry -

University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN
12.2020

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Medication preparation
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Pharmacotherapy Knowledge

Completed Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences

  • Institutional APPE, Methodist Medical Center, Oak Ridge, TN, 03/2024

Engaged in institutional pharmacy practice at Methodist Medical Center.
Gained experience in various aspects of hospital pharmacy operations.

  • Acute Care Medicine APPE, LaFollette Medical Center, LaFollette, TN, 02/2024

Adjusted doses of vancomycin and other medications using pharmacokinetic dosing.
Participated in the inventory of controlled substances

  • Community – Special Topics APPE, Walgreens, Knoxville, TN, 01/2024

Provided medication therapy management to patients using Outcomes.
Managed multiple tasks efficiently through the utilization of web-based applications.

  • Community – Special Topics APPE, Walgreens, Knoxville, TN, 12/2023

Provided medication therapy management and saved patients money with cost-effective drug alternatives.

  • Community APPE, UT Student Health Services, Keystone Pharmacy, Knoxville, TN, 11/2023

Assisted in pharmacy workflow at UT Student Health Services and Keystone Pharmacy.
Administered various vaccines, including rabies, MMR, varicella, and flu vaccines.

  • Ambulatory Care – Special Topics APPE, Nichol and Associates (CeutiCare), Asheville, NC, 10/2023

Made medication suggestions to physicians based on patients' recent lab and vital levels.
Created a presentation on the role of pharmacists in chronic care management.

  • Community APPE, Kroger Pharmacy, Oak Ridge, TN, 09/2023

Counseled patients on medication side effects.
Administered flu shots and other vaccines.
Resolved insurance claim issues by contacting insurance companies.

  • Acute Care Medicine APPE, LaFollette Medical Center, Knoxville, TN, 08/2023

Similar to the previous acute care experience, adjusted medication doses and participated in a P&T Committee meeting.

  • Oncology APPE, Tennessee Cancer Specialist, Knoxville, TN, 07/2023

Counseled oncology patients and caregivers on oral medication administration and side effects.
Provided clear and empathetic communication to address patient concerns and promote understanding and adherence to treatment plans.

Completed Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences

  • Harriman, TN, Chase Drugs & Clinical Services, 06/2023

Transferred prescriptions and took verbal prescriptions over the phone

  • Athens, TN, Genoa Healthcare, 12/2022

Manage inventory of prescription medications Observed Pharmacist as they verified prescriptions

  • Knoxville, TN, Kroger Pharmacy, 09/2022

Worked with pharmacy staff to learn about smooth workflow and timely prescription processing

Administered flu shots and other vaccinations

Honors And Awards

Dean's List of Academic Excellence, South College School of Pharmacy, Winter 2023, Summer 2022, Spring 2022, Summer 2021

Certifications And Licensure

  • The Pharmacist and Patient-Centered Diabetes Care, American Pharmacist's Association, 04/2023, Current
  • Compounding Competency Training, Sterile and Non-sterile Compounding, South College School of Pharmacy, 06/2022, Current
  • Pharmacy Based Immunization Administration, American Pharmacist's Association, 02/2021, Current
  • Basic Life Support, American Red Cross, 10/2021, Current
  • OSHA Blood Borne Pathogens Standard, CE Impact, 10/2021, Current
  • HIPAA Privacy Training for Health Professionals, CE Impact, 10/2021, Current

Presentations And Projects

  • APPE Presentation, CeutiCare, Chronic Care Management, 10/2023
  • Journal Club, Kroger Pharmacy, Community Pharmacy Technicians' Engagement in the Delivery of Tobacco Cessation Interventions: Results of a Randomized Trial, 09/2023
  • Drug Information Question, South College School of Pharmacy, Can SGLT-2 Inhibitors Reduce the Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease?, 03/2023
  • Journal Club, South College School of Pharmacy, Efficacy and Safety of Alirocumab in Reducing Lipids and Cardiovascular Events, 11/2022
  • Journal Club, South College School of Pharmacy, Treatment For Mild Chronic Hypertension During Pregnancy, 08/2022

Introductory Pharmacy Practice Volunteer Hours

  • Knoxville, TN, Western Heights Health Fair, Baptist Compassion Center of Western Heights, 04/2022
  • Oak Ridge, TN, Vaccination Clinic, Munsey's Pharmacy, 01/2022

Interprofessional Education

  • Healthcare Literacy and Interprofessional Telehealth Considerations (HLITC), South College, Lincoln Memorial University, 11/2022
  • Interprofessional Education Day, South College School of Pharmacy, Escape the Error for Patient Safety, 06/2022
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences, TN Voices featuring Amy Blackwell, 04/2022
  • TEAMSTEPPS Essentials, South College, Lincoln Memorial University, University of Tennessee (Knoxville), 02/2022

Professional Involvement And Leadership

  • Tennessee Society of Student Pharmacists, Chapter Membership, Member at Large, 12/2022, Current
  • American Pharmacists Association, Student Chapter Membership, 11/2021, Present
  • Student National Pharmaceutical Association, Chapter Membership, Treasurer, 11/2022, Current

Miscellaneous

  • TPA Summer Meeting, Tennessee Pharmacist's Association, Chattanooga, TN, 06/2022
  • TPA Winter Meeting, Tennessee Pharmacist's Association, Nashville, TN, 02/2022
  • TPA Winter Meeting, Tennessee Pharmacist's Association, Nashville, TN, 02/2023

Anticipated Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences

  • Knoxville, TN, Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, Institutional APPE, 03/2024
  • Knoxville, TN, LaFollette Medical Center, Acute Care Medicine APPE, 02/2024
  • Knoxville, TN, Walgreens, Community – Special Topics APPE, 01/2024

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Pharmacy Graduate Intern

Kroger Pharmacy
04.2024 - 06.2024

Pharmacy Intern

Kroger Pharmacy
10.2022 - 04.2024

Pharmacy Technician

Kroger Pharmacy
05.2020 - 10.2020

Doctor of Pharmacy -

South College School of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry -

University of Tennessee
BECCA CALLAHAN