Beena Thomas
Richmond
Summary
- Immunization Certified
- CPR and First Aid certified (Texas and British Columbia, Canada)
- IV Certification Sterile Compounding and Aseptic Technique (Texas Society of Health Systems Pharmacists)
Accomplished community pharmacist with over 27 years of experience in both the US and Canada. Established as a pharmacy manager, licensed in the state of Texas (45854) and in good standing with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Also licensed with a Full Pharmacist registration with the College of Pharmacists of British Columbia (07599). Experience lies mainly in the community setting with knowledge in long term care pharmacy. Recent work experience has been in the hospital outpatient setting, providing care to ambulatory patients and acute care setting. Patient care is at the center of my practice. Results oriented and loyal to the business, team and patients.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy Inside Of Target
11.2022 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and medication management services.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations for increased efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough drug utilization reviews and monitoring potential drug interactions.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients.
- Led a high-performing team of pharmacists and technicians to deliver exceptional patient care and service.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, controlling expenses to optimize profitability without compromising quality of care.
- Oversaw procurement processes to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing waste from expired products.
Staff Pharmacist
Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacy
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
- Held Flu and Covid Vaccination Clinics and registry documentation
- Conducted Medication Reviews
- Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) certified, daily witness and carries
Staff Pharmacist
Gateway Pharmacy
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems and reducing medication errors.
- Optimized workflow processes for faster prescription filling, resulting in improved patient satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized medication plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Medication reviews
- Covid Vaccinations
- Home Health Supply Counseling
- Diabetic Meter Counseling
Staff Pharmacist Contract
Texas Children's Hospital Center SW
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
- IV Certified in Sterile compounding and Sterile Technique
- Dispensed Clinic Doses for immediate use by interdisciplinary staff
- Omnicell use for controlled substances
- Dispensed cost saving and appropriate medications on hospital formulary for Medicaid patients
- Provided counseling and meter training in outpatient setting
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy Inside Of Target
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed and led teams of a minimum of 6 employees
- Promoting and growing the business through patient engagement and education about their health
- Hiring,scheduling, and payroll management of techinicians
- Managing expenses and controlling profits and losses
- Regulatory Reviews monthly and action plans to improve the success of the business
- Inventory Management
- Vaccine administration, in-store and off site flu clinics,
- Top pharmacist for flu vaccination numbers in district and group
- Presenter for opioid abuse to middle schools under the program "Pharmacists Teach"
Staff Pharmacist
Target Pharmacy (now CVS Health)
11.2007 - 05.2018
- Increased yearly sales and profits
- Spearheaded business and growth by retaining old customer base and gaining new ones through advertising and word of mouth
- Led monthly district conference calls to discuss improvements in operations with 10 other stores
- Led quarterly Continuing Quality Improvement meetings to ensure safe and effecient medication delivery to the patient
- Provided Medication Therapy Management meetings for patients
- Scheduled technicians weekly,staying within the provided hours
- Strict control of inventory to stay within budget
Staff Pharmacist
Canada Safeway Pharmacy LTD
01.1997 - 06.2006
- Long term care dispensing via blister packaging
- Attended and engaged in weekly care conferences at nursing homes
- Led monthly medication reviews with medical director, head nurse, and patients' families
- Collaborated with multi disciplinary team including medical director, social work, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, nursing staff, and dietetics
- Educated nursing home support staff with monthly in-services on disease states and non pharmacological and pharmacological measures
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada06.1996
Skills
- Drug Utilization Review
- Training and Mentoring
- Drug Inventory Management
- Inventory Control
- Microsoft Office Suites
- Windows and IOS platforms
- RxConnect Software
- Kroll
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy Inside Of Target
11.2022 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacy
11.2021 - 07.2022
Staff Pharmacist
Gateway Pharmacy
09.2021 - 07.2022
Staff Pharmacist Contract
Texas Children's Hospital Center SW
01.2020 - 04.2020
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy Inside Of Target
05.2018 - 01.2020
Staff Pharmacist
Target Pharmacy (now CVS Health)
11.2007 - 05.2018
Staff Pharmacist
Canada Safeway Pharmacy LTD
01.1997 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of British Columbia
College of Pharmacists of British Columbia Pharmacist Full Licensure
Texas State Board of Pharmacy Licensure
Affiliations
- Fitness
- Running
- Travel
Certification
College of Pharmacists of British Columbia Pharmacist Full Licensure
Texas State Board of Pharmacy Licensure
Languages
English
Full Professional
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