Deepa Sukhatankar
Clinical Pharmacist
Cary,NC
Summary
Organized Medical Advisor offering 18 years of industry expertise. Extensive training in Medicare Part D, and Medicaid rules and regulations, Medical claims and Mediation combined with solid superior integrity and command of medical ethics. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Affairs Advisor
GDIT Inc
Raleigh, NC
03.2016 - Current
- Promoted scientific and clinical trends awareness and maintained understanding of scientific evidence to construct accurate knowledge.
- Established relationships with external customers to gain insights into decision-making and brand strategy development.
- Reviewed over 3600 prior authorization requests per month to make clinical decisions for drug products according to member benefits, coverage criteria, and clinical guidelines. Based on the patients’ health status for meeting the needs and goals of care, provided a consistent process of patient care that ensures effectiveness and safety of the patients’ medication use.
- Formulated detailed concise case summaries, understood complex policy criteria and rendered coverage determinations based on clinical criteria and plan design in a fast paced/dynamic environment.
- Applied specialized knowledge of the scientific and clinical use of medications, including Drug interactions, Dosing, Adverse effects in accordance with the North Carolina pharmacy laws, Medicare Part D, and Medicaid rules and regulations
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assist with questions and interpretations of clinical guideline criteria and coverage determinations that have been rendered.
- Offered medical and strategic input to Patients with their questions and provided clarifications on clinical decisions in mediation processes. Assisted in completing documentation necessary for the Formal Hearing Requests required by the State of North Carolina.
- Collaborated with the Pharmacy Director and the Clinical Team in analyzing pharmacy and medical claims data to evaluate and implement solutions to address inappropriate utilization, improve outcomes and optimize drug spend.
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
Pharmacist-in-Charge
(Rite Aid Pharmacy)
Rocky Mount, NC
06.2014 - 12.2017
- · Managed and was in Charge of hiring, training of the personnel in the Pharmacy Team.
- · Was Responsible for and oversaw the execution of accurate input and administration, compounding and monitoring of the dispensing process.
- · Administered over 150 vaccines including, not limited to Influenza, pneumococcal, zoster vaccines.
- · Effective execution of the proper procedure to achieve desired goals in customer service. Independently implemented the protocol for the timely maintenance of the inventory, timely disposal of outdated and recalled drugs.
- · Counseled and assisted patients with their concerns about the drug regimens, nutrition and related queries. Achieved the successful completion in the Medication Therapy Management, Disease state management. Helped and guided patients by assisting them with diabetic supplies usage, Medicare coverage, and third party conflict resolution. Certified Diabetes Educator.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Holly Springs, NC
07.2007 - 05.2014
- · Prepared, administered, compounded and monitored the dispensing process in a pharmacy filling 180-250 prescriptions a day. Trained Pharmacy technicians and assisted them in learning the workflow. Administered over 200 flu shots per Flu season.
- · Assisted patients in understanding the importance of nutrition, timely usage of medications and adherence to the drug regimen initiated by physicians.
- · Prepared, interpreted and evaluated drug therapy, ensured proper control and dispensing of narcotics. Interacted with clinical pharmacists, physicians, nurses and insurance companies regarding drug therapy management.
- · Counseled and assisted patients on their questions regarding usage of medications, nutritional supplements, and herbal preparations.
- · Assisted and oversaw inventory management. Was responsible for timely maintenance of store inventory paperwork. Implemented and trained technicians in proper management of unused and outdated inventory.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Pune
Pune, MH India 06.1992 - 12.1996
Skills
Conflict resolution skills
Diagnosis and prognosis
Medical issues management
Critical Thinking
Leadership
Interpersonal Communication
MS Office
Time Management
Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Medical Affairs Advisor
GDIT Inc
03.2016 - Current
Pharmacist-in-Charge
(Rite Aid Pharmacy)
06.2014 - 12.2017
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
07.2007 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Pune
06.1992 - 12.1996