Capable Pharmacist, and a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist as well as a Board Certified Geriatric pharmacist, well-versed in collaborating with Physicians and healthcare team members to help alleviate symptoms and address root causes of medical issues of patients and the community. Bringing successful career history comprising more than 16 years of Physician communication, education, drug information, plus patient disease state education and communication.
Experienced in running Pharmacy Clinical Services, Pharmacy Operations, team management, and efficient work flow management. Work well with all groups by applying conversational and interpersonal communication abilities.
Work History
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart Health And Wellness
05.2016 - Current
Supervised team 3 pharmacists and 7 pharmacy technicians.
Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against all vaccine preventable diseases.
Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Trained pharmacy interns, newly hired pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
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.
Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.
Delivered training on medical device use and storage to enhance support for different groups of patients.
Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
Assessed Business Growth and Customer Satisfaction metrics and adjusted operational plans to uphold quality standards.
Formed Relationships with Physicians, Providers, patients in Community
Offered Basic Screening and Point of Care Testing
Offered COVID testing
Offered Pharmacy Based Long Acting Injectables to patients
Skilled in Physician, Provider and Patient Education and Communication
Clinical Pharmacist
Harris Health System - Ben Taub General Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2020
Partnered with physicians and other members of healthcare team to optimize patient care through effective use of medications.
Advised physicians on how to properly dose medications.
Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
Initiated and documented clinical interventions to ensure optimal patient care of all age groups.
As Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, provided patient-centered, evidence-based therapeutic interventions and information.
Evaluated, monitored laboratory results,drug monitoring parameters and optimized therapy
Educated Physicians, Residents, Providers on alternatives, and appropriate dosages pertaining to their patients.
Provided Drug Information to Physicians, Providers, Residents, Students upon request
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart Health And Wellness
11.2014 - 05.2016
Opened a new Pharmacy and built a successful operation with a patient centered approach
Embarked on a major Physician Education and Doctor Detailing, and Community Health events as a new pharmacy
Awarded Excellence In Patient Care for both district and region
Supervised team of 5 pharmacy technicians.
Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against all vaccine preventable diseases
Provided comprehensive patient care, offering expertise on OTC products and education on prescription products.
Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
Pharmacist
Walmart Health And Wellness
08.2007 - 11.2014
Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications and counseled patients on drugs.
Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
Dispensed medications and communicated with prescribers regarding therapeutic incompatibilities.
Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
Collaborated with colleagues, technicians and leading pharmacists in effective prioritization and filling of orders.
Assisted patients in minimizing medical expenses by recommending generic alternative prescription medications.
Evaluated appropriateness of drug therapy based on patient-specific factors and drug information.
Monitored and counseled chronic disease patients to maximize treatment efficacy.
Worked as preceptor mentor for students completing introductory and advanced pharmacy practicums.
Had over 300 patient and drug interactions
Staff Pharmacist
Valley Baptist Medical Center
08.2007 - 09.2008
Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
Correctly completed pharmacy daily and weekly reports.
Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
Exhibited proficiency in IV and chemo compounding.
Provided drug information physicians and nurses upon request
Monitored and wrote medication orders to continue or discontinue per protocol
Processed, prepared, documented and checked IV admixture solutions.
Reviewed labs, monitored drugs, adjusted drugs based on protocol
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Ghana
Legon, Accra, Ghana
06.1996
Skills
Physician Education and Communication
Patient education and Counseling
Pharmacotherapy
Geriatric Pharmacotherapy
Overseeing Pharmacy Operations
Drug Utilization Review
Patient Safety
Direct Patient Care
Immunization
Certification
Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist,BCPS, Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties - 12/31/2015-12/31/2023
Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist,BCGP, Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties - 10/01/2012-12/31/2024
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Harris Health System - Ben Taub General Hospital
06.2018 - 08.2020
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart Health And Wellness
05.2016 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart Health And Wellness
11.2014 - 05.2016
Pharmacist
Walmart Health And Wellness
08.2007 - 11.2014
Staff Pharmacist
Valley Baptist Medical Center
08.2007 - 09.2008
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Texas Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Ghana
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