Thomas Edwards
Louisville,KY
Summary
Accomplished pharmacy leader with a proven track record at SpectraCare, adept at driving strategic initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency across multiple pharmacy locations. Expert in drug utilization review and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly improving patient care and treatment adherence. Skilled in navigating regulatory environments and advancing pharmacy practices.
Experienced with medication dispensing and patient care. Utilizes pharmaceutical knowledge to ensure patient safety and compliance with regulations. Knowledge of team collaboration and healthcare coordination to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
CHI National Homecare Dba Amerimed Home Infusion
08.2005 - 06.2023
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Supported clinical services such as monitoring labs and adjusting doses of antibiotics and TPN per Collaborative Agreements.
- Consulted with nurses and physicians on a daily basis concerning patient care.
- Participated in Quality Improvement Committees
Vice President, Pharmacy Operations
SpectraCare Health Systems
05.1992 - 06.2005
- Promoted to Vice-President 07/92
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Responsible for Operations for seven home infusion pharmacies totaling $36 million in revenue.
- Opened 5 infusion pharmacies in 5 cities
- Involved with the planning and opening of two infusion centers and oversaw the operations of both
- Responsible for updating all pharmacy policies and procedures to meet all JCAHO, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
- Responsible for all pharmacy vendor contracts
- Actively involved in all insurance contract negotiations and approval
- Experience in 5 JCAHO surveys for home infusion and home health
- Assisted in marketing and sales
- Reported directly to the President of SpectraCare
Director of Pharmacy
SpectraCare
10.1989 - 06.1992
- Opened first home infusion pharmacy for SpectraCare and opened 2 more pharmacies in other cities.
- Developed and wrote all home infusion policies and procedures.
- Responsible for operations for 3 pharmacies in Louisville, Indianapolis and Cincinnati.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans, ensuring appropriate medication use and treatment adherence.
- Promoted employee engagement and professional development by providing regular feedback, recognition, and opportunities for growth within the pharmacy team.
- Negotiated all pharmacy vendor contracts.
- Approved all negotiations and approval with case managers with insurance companies.
- Assisted in developed of Case Management Department within SpectraCare
Education
No Degree - Pre Pharmacy
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSBS Pharmacy -
Auburn University
Auburn, AL05-1974
Skills
- Drug utilization review
- Monitoring medication adverse events
- Monitoring medication dose and lab results Adjusting dose of certain medications per collaborative agreements with physicians
- Medication dispensing
- Preparation of sterile intravenous medications
- Management of multiple pharmacy locations
- Management of IV technicians
- HIPAA regulations
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
CHI National Homecare Dba Amerimed Home Infusion
08.2005 - 06.2023
Vice President, Pharmacy Operations
SpectraCare Health Systems
05.1992 - 06.2005
Director of Pharmacy
SpectraCare
10.1989 - 06.1992
No Degree - Pre Pharmacy
University of Southern Mississippi
BS Pharmacy -
Auburn University
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