Detail-oriented Clinical Pharmacist specializing in Medication Therapy Management and remote consultations. Certified in Diabetes Management, with expertise in medication safety, comprehensive reviews, patient counseling, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Focused on enhancing patient adherence, minimizing adverse events, and providing evidence-based recommendations in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical MTM Pharmacist
Optum RX
Remote, TX
10.2024 - Current
Complete pharmacist consultation with members that participate in any of the clinical programs operationally supported by the Clinical Engagement Services Center
Utilize prescription claims data to generate clinical recommendations aligned with Medication Therapy Management and Retrospective Drug Utilization Review protocols, addressing gaps in care, high-risk medications, compliance, drug interactions, therapeutic substitutions, and generic substitutions.
Assess medication regimens for unnecessary medications, ineffective treatments, inappropriate doses, and potential adverse drug reactions, ensuring optimal patient safety and therapeutic outcomes.
Educate patients on medication regimens and disease states, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
Prioritize the privacy and confidentiality of the patient’s medical information, adhering to HIPAA regulations, and organizational policies at all times
Accurately document patient care notes and recommendations in an efficient, professional, concise and clear manner
Clinical Pharmacist PRN
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
Denton, TX
07.2024 - 02.2025
Conduct comprehensive medication reviews to identify potential drug-related problems and develop action plans to prevent adverse events
Reviewed and interpreted medication orders for accuracy and safety.
Reviewed patient medical records for drug allergies, interactions, and contraindications to ensure safe medication use.
Perform clinical assessments and interpret patient data to evaluate clinical status and initiate appropriate interventions
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care
Collaborated with physicians and nurses to achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes by ensuring coordinated patient management.
Investigated drug information requests from health care providers including indications, dosing regimens, contraindications, interactions, adverse reactions.
Pharmacy Technician
Community Pharmacy
Denton, TX
10.2017 - 07.2021
Filled and dispensed 200+ prescriptions daily, ensuring accuracy and compliance with pharmacy standards
Prepared non-sterile medications tailored to individual patient needs
Monitored compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and pharmacy policies, ensuring safe and effective medication distribution
Communicate with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients in person and via email, fax and telephone
Provide excellent customer service to patients and healthcare providers
Received and stored incoming inventory, verified quantities against invoices, and managed return of outdated and unused medications to maintain optimal stock levels
Perform clerical tasks, such as filing, answering phones, operating cash register, and maintaining prescription records
Lead Pharmacy Technician
Walmart Pharmacy
Hickory Creek, TX
05.2014 - 10.2017
Filled and dispensed over 400 prescriptions daily in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.
Collaborated with pharmacy manager to supervise and train pharmacy technicians and cashiers, ensuring adherence to operational standards
Developed and managed scheduling for pharmacy technicians and cashiers, optimizing workflow and coverage
Delivered exceptional customer service to patients and healthcare providers, enhancing patient satisfaction and care experience
Monitored compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and pharmacy policies
Receive and store incoming inventory, verify quantities against invoices, and return outdated and unused medications
Perform clerical tasks, such as filing, answering phones, operating cash register, and maintaining prescription records