Cynthia Minto

• Educated patients on medication, tools and equipment to promote patient-centered care and increase adherence to treatment.
• Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
• Provided education and support to reduce obesity, diabetes and heart disease. The
• Communicated issues and reactions to specific medications to intercept potential errors.

• Evaluated and monitored laboratory data to drive safe and effective medication therapy.
• Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
• Evaluated medication distribution by the nurses to residents
• Served on quality assurance committee
• Performed medication regimen reviews for over 500 residents based on a patient's health history to evaluate the appropriateness, safety, benefits, risks and cost effectiveness of medication therapy.

• Assisted patients with over-the-counter medication recommendations and responded to questions concerning drug interactions.
• Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
• Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
• Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients.
• Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.

• Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders.

• Reviewed and monitored patient past and present medication records, checking for errors, incompatibilities and adverse reactions to avoid future complications.

• Monitored medication dispensing machines within hospital pharmacy to make supplies readily available to clinical staff.

• Prepared IV medications using

• Evaluated and monitored laboratory data to drive safe and effective medication therapy

Reviewed Physician orders for Residents of Pa.State Mental Health & Mental Retardation Facility for appropriate use, dose, drug interactions and potential side effects.

• Evaluated and monitored laboratory data to drive safe and effective medication therapy.

• Prepared medications in blister packs to provide safe and convenient way to take prescribed medication.

• Clozaril monitoring

• Represented Pharmacy at P&T Behavior Support Committee.

• Conducted monthly medication reviews for residents as required by Pa. Regulations