DAVID SAIZ

• Oversaw the procurement and maintenance of all Federal and State pharmacy licensure requirement for the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute, which included a hospital, retail, long term care custodial, individual custodial, and a treatment center license
• Oversaw regulatory compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to state and federal guidelines for safe pharmacy practices.
• Negotiated contracts with pharmaceutical suppliers, securing favorable pricing terms while maintaining adequate stock levels.
• Championed evidence-based practice principles within the pharmacy team, incorporating current research findings into daily operations as appropriate.
• Streamlined medication management processes for increased efficiency and reduced medication errors.
• Managed personnel-related issues such as hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions to maintain a high-performing pharmacy workforce.
• Enhanced formulary management strategies through monthly pharmacy and therapeutic committee review and optimization of available medications offered within the organization's drug formulary system.
• Enhanced patient safety with thorough drug utilization reviews and medication therapy management initiatives.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans, ensuring appropriate medication use and treatment adherence.
• Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
• Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
• Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
• Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
• Mortality and Morbidity interdisciplinary committee member responsible for identify events resulting in adverse patient outcomes; foster discussion of those events; identify and disseminate information; and reinforce accountability for providing high-quality care within the institution.
• Promoted pharmacy through effective leadership as a member of the management committee by aiding the institutions in its primary mission with strategic pharmaceutical planning and adapting to changes to meet the needs of the executive director and the institution
• Develop this institution first opioid and controlled substance stewardship program

• 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.
• Cultivated a customer-centric environment within the pharmacy, fostering long-term loyalty among patients.
• Addressed customer complaints professionally and efficiently by conducting root-cause analysis investigations to resolve issues effectively.
• Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
• Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
• Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
• Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
• Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
• Achieved the company highest award of Health and Wellness club of the year including the Pharmacy of the Year award in less than one year

• Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
• Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
• Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
• Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
• Educated patients on medication, tools and equipment to promote patient-centered care and increase adherence to treatment.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.

• Oversaw the procurement and maintenance of all Federal and State pharmacy licensure requirement for all four locations
• Responsible for oversight of daily operations for the group, including, continuous training, development, and oversight of 30 employees
• Ensured that all pharmacies and employees comply with all Federal, State, and local laws
• Developing and establishing policies and procedures for all pharmacies within the organization
• Negotiating and establishing contracts with various managed care organizations
• Draft and negotiate contracts with prospective and current business partners, including but not limited to managed care organization and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare services
• Grant development with governmental and private sector agents to generate additional funding for employee retention and business development
• Budget management and strategic planning for all locations to ensure fiscal security based on monthly and quarterly financial statements
• Develop strategic financial direction through effective management of the pharmacies, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.
• Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
• Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
• Drove company's expansion into new markets by meticulously researching and identifying lucrative opportunities, leading to substantial revenue growth.
• Built strong networks with key stakeholders both internally and externally to support business growth objectives.
• Developed comprehensive business plans that led to significant revenue growth and expansion opportunities.
• Optimized resource allocation, reducing operational costs while maintaining service quality standards.
• Increased client base by implementing effective marketing strategies and fostering long-term relationships.
• Community development to promote and market services and to develop clinical services and wellness programs
• Monitor all compliance and timely completion with accounts receivable and accounts payable with all business contracts
• Negotiated high-value contracts with key clients, securing long-term revenue streams and solidifying company's market position.
• Improved pharmacy efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new strategies.
• Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members to ensure alignment with company goals and foster professional development.
• Cultivated high-performance team environment, recruiting top talent and implementing development programs for leadership and skill advancement.
• Oversaw development and launch of new product lines, meeting consumer needs and capturing market share.
• Conducted in-depth market analysis to identify trends and adapt business strategies accordingly, keeping company competitive and forward-thinking.
• Oversaw and implemented policies and procedures for our compounding pharmacies compliance with USP 795, 797, and 800

• Ensure pharmacy compliance with all Federal, State, and local law
• Negotiate contracts with managed care organizations directly or indirectly through licensed intermediaries
• Draft and negotiate contracts for long term care facilities licensed by New Mexico Department of Health and ensure those facilities meet requirement set forth by regulation
• Draft and negotiate contracts for long term care facilities and ensure compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
• Draft and negotiate service contract agreements
• Provide timely and efficient pharmaceutical care for residents residing in licensed long term care facilities
• Develop and establish interdisciplinary heath care teams
• by developing strong relationships with healthcare providers, fostering trust and collaboration in medication therapy management for patients.
• Designed and implemented continuing education programs for staff members, keeping them up-to-date on industry trends, new medications, and best practices in pharmaceutical care.
• Provide medical providers of each long term care resident cost efficient treatment and developing formularies to control expenditure to Medicare, Medicaid and other managed care organizations
• Streamlined pharmacy operations by continually reviewing and updating standard operating procedures, resulting in improved efficiency.
• Coordinated immunization clinics at the licensed facilities, promoting public health initiatives within the community.
• Implemented cost-saving measures within the pharmacy department without compromising quality of service or patient care standards.
• Enhanced patient safety by implementing a thorough medication review process and addressing potential drug interactions.
• Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives that resulted in enhanced patient care services offered through the pharmacy setting.
• Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, fostering trust and collaboration in medication therapy management for patients.
• Managed a team of pharmacy technicians, providing guidance and training to ensure adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.

• Ensure pharmacy compliance with all Federal, State, and Local laws
• Direct oversight of all pharmacy personal, including but not limited to, training and development
• Ensure follow through on all policies and procedures for daily operations as set by Director of Operation and/or Ownership
• Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
• Prepared customized compounded medications per physician orders when commercially available formulations were not suitable for individual patient needs or preferences.
• Maintain customer relations by fostering environments of excellent customer service
• Market and establish relationships to develop strategic relationship for business growth and to promote latest innovations in health care
• Manage day to day operation, such as, payroll and compliance with accounts payable and receivable
• Managed budgetary responsibilities, achieving fiscal targets without compromising quality of care.
• Educated patients on medication usage and potential side effects, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens.
• Coordinated immunization programs within the pharmacy setting, increasing vaccination rates among patients at risk for preventable diseases.
• Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize collaborative patient care.
• Participated in community outreach initiatives to raise awareness about health issues and promote pharmacy services.
• Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.

• Ensure Emergency Medical Service (EMS) clinic comply with all state licensing regulation requirement for EMS licensing
• Development and continuous maintenance of policies and procedures
• Review EMS orders administered, review appropriateness, and report finding to the medical director
• Ensure EMS clinic maintains current agreements for procurement, storage, and administration of essential emergency services
• Provided this service by volunteer basis for the greater good of the Las Vegas New Mexico community

• Ensure Emergency Medical Service (EMS) clinic comply with all state licensing regulation requirement for EMS licensing
• Development and continuous maintenance of policies and procedures
• Review EMS orders administered, review appropriateness, and report finding to the medical director
• Ensure EMS clinic maintains current agreements for procurement, storage, and administration of essential emergency services
• Provided this service by volunteer basis for the greater good of the Las Vegas New Mexico community

• Ensure health clinic complies with all state licensing regulation for custodial and clinic care
• Development and maintenance of policies and procedure manual
• Ensure health clinic maintains the ability for procurement, storage, and dispensing/administering of pharmaceutical care
• Ensured procurement of essential recommended age appropriate vaccines, and provide clinical recommended guidelines to nursing and the medical director for student wellness
• Ensure student medication were reviewed quarterly and make recommendation to the medical director and director of nursing

Work with my preceptor in charge of pharmacy/business operations to:

• Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
• Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
• Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
• Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.

Work with my compounding preceptor to:

• Worked with pharmaceutical staff to confirm network pharmacies met and maintained appropriate compounding credentials.
• Tracked inventory, ordered equipment and supplies and stocked gowning cabinets with excess products.
• Calculated batch records for final batch weight, needed volume, simple metric conversions and raw materials measured.
• Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.

Work with my inpatient pharmacy preceptor to:

• Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
• Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
• Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
• 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.
• Dispensed and procured medicinal products and supplies used in hospital.

Worked with my director of pharmacy operations preceptor to:

• Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
• Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
• Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
• Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
• Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.

Work with my nuclear pharmacist preceptor to:

• Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
• Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
• Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
• Communicated issues and reactions to specific medications to intercept potential errors.

Worked with my pulmonary clinician preceptor and pulmonary pediatrician provider to:

• Met with new parents and parents-to-be to inform and educate on care of newborns pulmonary needs.
• Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
• Monitored childhood developmental markers such as weight, height and blood pressure to screen for abnormalities
• Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.

Worked with my academia preceptor to :

• Served in leadership and membership capacities on college and faculty committees.
• Evaluated, developed and delivered course material to students in particular scientific discipline.
• Contributed to learning of medical students, graduate students, interns and residents through classroom teaching and in one‐on‐one out-of-class situations.
• Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
• Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.

Worked with my diabetes care preceptor to:

• Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
• Worked closely with patients to deliver excellent and direct individualized patient care.
• Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
• Worked with patients to schedule tests and procedures.
• Provided support and guidance to patients and families to navigate healthcare systems.
• Assisted patients with completing necessary paperwork and forms to provide healthcare facilities with essential information to bill for services.