Colleen Begley
Waldoboro,ME
Summary
Resourceful pharmacist with several years of experience in reviewing prescriptions to process and dispense medications. Talented in coordinating with pharmacy staff to prioritize urgent requests while simultaneously driving accuracy, safety and confidentiality of patient information. Expert communicator when working closely with staff, numerous patients, administrators and healthcare professionals. Experience with Mainecare and prior authorizations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
New Seasons
Rockland, ME
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Monitored medication inventory levels and kept detailed documentation in company software.
- Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
- Verified accuracy of prescription labels before dispensing medications.
Pharmacist
Pharmerica
Portland , Maine
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Managed the daily operations of a retail or hospital pharmacy.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
- Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
- Organized inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels for all products carried by the pharmacy.
Pharmacist
CVS Health / Omnicare
Westbrook, Maine
03.2009 - 01.2017
- Managed the daily operations of a retail or hospital pharmacy.
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Boston01-1997
Skills
- Delegating assignments
- Controlled drug logging
- Monthly narcotic inventories
- Calculating doses
- Supervising technicians
- Dispensing medicines
- Regulatory Compliance
- Audit Support
Affiliations
- Master Gardener Volunteer
- Currently framing original paintings and prints for a local artist
Timeline
Pharmacist
New Seasons
10.2021 - 04.2024
Pharmacist
Pharmerica
05.2017 - 03.2020
Pharmacist
CVS Health / Omnicare
03.2009 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
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