Divine Afese Forteh Ngochi
Mt Holly,NC
Summary
Staff Pharmacist with extensive experience at CVS Pharmacy, achieving a 95% accuracy rate in prescription fulfillment. Demonstrated expertise in patient counseling and medication management, leading to improved therapeutic outcomes through effective collaboration with healthcare providers. Committed to quality assurance and HIPAA compliance, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction in all pharmacy operations. Proven leadership in delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care and building strong relationships with patients and healthcare professionals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
, NC
04.2025 - Current
- Achieved 95% accuracy in prescription fulfillment and vaccine administration during daily pharmacy operations.
- Conducted patient consultations, providing personalized medication advice to boost trust and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize complex medication regimens for chronic condition management.
- Maintained up-to-date patient records to ensure HIPAA compliance and improve care quality.
Staff Pharmacist
Trinity Pharmacy
Atlanta, GA
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Ensured pharmacy operations complied with regulations and company policies.
- Reviewed prescriptions, implementing quality assurance controls to enhance patient safety.
- Conducted thorough screenings to prevent allergic reactions and medication interactions.
- Counseled patients on appropriate medication usage for optimal health outcomes.
Pharmacy Intern
Trinity Pharmacy
Atlanta, GA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted patient care calls to enhance medication adherence and ensure timely reminders.
- Administered vaccinations while providing comprehensive medication counseling to patients.
- Prepared, dispensed, and refilled prescription orders efficiently.
- Resolved prescription-related issues, including insurance claims and prior authorizations, promptly.
- Managed pharmacy inventory, maintaining optimal stock levels for floor and OTC medications.
Pharmacy Technician
Trinity Pharmacy
Atlanta, GA
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Communicated and coordinated effectively with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients.
- Managed inventory by ordering medications and supplies using relevant technology. Verified and filed invoices per regulations and addressed medication recalls.
- Actively participated in process improvement initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to excellence.
- Prepared requisitions for medications and supplies with professional guidance from pharmacists.
- Performed daily tasks such as filing prescriptions, answering phone calls, operating a cash register, and maintaining prescription records.
Research Student Assistant
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Characterization of Molecular Defects of 9p Deletion Syndrome Using CRISPR Cas9.
- Analyzed chromosome 9p deletions induced by CRISPR-Cas9 in various cell lines.
- Conducted tissue culture using state-of-the-art equipment, focusing on detailed cellular and genetic alterations caused by the CRISPRCas9 system.
- Prepared reagents and specimens for microscopic examination, performed laboratory tests, analyzed and reported findings, and investigated atypical results and discrepancies to determine their causes.
- Stocked reagents and sanitized glassware, ensuring laboratory apparatus was sterilized.
- Maintained records of assays conducted and recommended additional assays for improved results.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM)
Erie, PA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology - Biotechnology Track
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA07.2017
Skills
- Prescription fulfillment
- Patient counseling
- Medication management
- Quality assurance
- HIPAA compliance
- Inventory management
- Drug interaction screening
- Clinical documentation
- Pharmacy automation systems
- Clinical decision support
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences
- 05/01/22 - 06/01/22, Introductory Community, Colonial Family Pharmacy, Erie, PA
- 05/01/22 - 05/01/22, Introductory Institutional, LECOM Senior Living Center, Erie, PA
Professional Organizations
- 01/01/22 - Present, National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA)
- 01/01/22 - Present, American Pharmacists Association (APHA)
- 01/01/21 - Present, Industry Pharmacists Organization (IPhO)
Service Activities
- 2023, Script Your Future Drug Take Back
- 2021, 2022, LECOM Scholarship Auction
- 2022, American Heart Association Walk
- 2022, American Heart Association Gala
- 2021 - 2023, LECOM 5K
Experiential Education
- 03/01/24 - 05/01/24, Psychiatry, LECOM - Millcreek Community Hospital, Erie, PA
- 02/01/24 - 03/01/24, Infectious Diseases (Elective), LECOM - Millcreek Community Hospital, Erie, PA
- 01/01/24 - 02/01/24, Home Infusion (Elective), Allegheny Health Network Home Infusion, Meadville, PA
- 10/01/23 - 12/01/23, Ambulatory Care, LECOM Senior Living Center, Erie, PA
- 09/01/23 - 10/01/23, Advanced Institutional, LECOM - Millcreek Community Hospital, Erie, PA
- 08/01/23 - 09/01/23, Advanced Community, Ride Aid, Erie, PA
Licensure And Certification
- 01/01/24, Registered Pharmacist, Georgia, RPH035287
- 01/01/24, Registered Pharmacist, North Carolina, 33597
- 01/01/24, Registered Pharmacist, Pennsylvania, RP459105
- 01/01/23, Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery, American Pharmacists Association
- 01/01/22, Delivering Enhanced Patient Care ~ Part I and II (MTM), Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association
- 01/01/22, Basic Life Support Provider (CPR), American Heart Association
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
04.2025 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Trinity Pharmacy
12.2024 - 04.2025
Pharmacy Intern
Trinity Pharmacy
01.2023 - 01.2024
Pharmacy Technician
Trinity Pharmacy
01.2017 - 01.2021
Research Student Assistant
Kennesaw State University
01.2017 - 07.2017
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM)
Bachelor of Science - Biology - Biotechnology Track
Kennesaw State University
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