Edward McNeer
Carrollton,MS
Summary
Doctor of Pharmacy with twenty-six years of retail experience, interested in new challenges within the pharmacy profession. Prior pharmacy ownership brings a unique perspective to understanding patient care. Experiences in chain, independent , as well as outpatient retail within a 340B hospital setting
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor-Pharmacist, Pharmacist in Charge,
University Of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS
06.2018 - Current
- Maintains patient safety by following strict standards and regulations.
- Administers controlled substance allocation employing rigorous audit protocols.
- Supports social workers and prescribers in preparing patients for hospital discharge to home.
- Monitors and counsels chronic disease patients to maximize treatment efficacy.
- Educates patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions. These included oral as well as injectable medication.
- Engages in active dialogue with healthcare providers to implement directives efficiently.
- Ensured medication safety by promptly reporting adverse drug effects, quality concerns and errors.
- Works as preceptor mentor for students completing introductory and advanced pharmacy practicums.
- Enters orders into database, verified insurance and prepared medications.
- Stays current with third-party payer policies and procedures to prevent payment issues.
- Monitors ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
Pharmacist
Fred's Pharmacy
Pearl, MS
12.2012 - 06.2018
- Reported directly to Pharmacist-In-Charge (PIC).
- Communicated with other healthcare providers in order to provide accurate medication therapy.
- Accurately dispensed prescriptions.
- Provided consultations on prescription and over-the-counter medications.
- Provided Medication Therapy Management (MTM) for eligible patients.
- Administered immunizations to eligible patients.
- Assisted PIC in record-keeping and overseeing training of technicians.
- Trained newly hired pharmacists in use of EPS computer system.
Pharmacist/Co-Owner
Plaza Drugs
Winona, MS
05.2003 - 12.2012
- Served as Vice-President and co-owner of McRogers Healthcare Consultants, LLC.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable.
- Directed operations related to staff payrolls, benefits packages, and shift planning.
- Maintained accurate records of third-party payment processes.
- Communicated with pertinent federal and state agencies (Medicare, DEA, Medicaid) when required.
- Managed tasks as Pharmacists In Charge
- Executed day-to-day tasks in pharmacy operations.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Enhanced patient compliance with complex medication regimens through personalized counseling and follow-up.
Pharmacist
Walmart
Greenville, MS
01.2003 - 05.2003
- Reported directly to Pharmacist-In-Charge.
- Dispensed prescriptions.
- Counseled patients regarding their medications.
- Communicated with other healthcare providers.
Pharmacist
Murphy's Drug
Eupora, MS
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Reported directly to Pharmacist-In-Charge.
- Dispensed prescriptions.
- Counseled patients regarding their medications.
- Communicated with other healthcare providers.
Pharmacist
Chaney's Pharmacy
Oxford, MS
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Reported directly to Pharmacist-In-Charge.
- Dispensed prescriptions.
- Counseled patient regarding their medications.
- Communicated with other healthcare providers.
Pharmacist
Dyre-Kent Drugs
Grenada, MS
09.2000 - 01.2001
- Reported directly to Pharmacist-In-Charge.
- Dispensed prescriptions.
- Counseled patient regarding their medications.
- Communicated with other healthcare providers.
Education
Community Pharmacy Practice Residency
University of Mississippi
University, MS05.2000
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05.1999
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS05.1996
High School Diploma -
Carroll Academy
Carrollton, MS05.1992
Skills
- Effective Communicator
- Ownership and Managerial Experience
- Financial Manager
- Budgeting and operations manager
- APhA Immunization Certification
- CPR Certified
- 340 B pharmacy experience
- Experienced in 795 compounding
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
Supervisor-Pharmacist, Pharmacist in Charge,
University Of Mississippi Medical Center
06.2018 - Current
Pharmacist
Fred's Pharmacy
12.2012 - 06.2018
Pharmacist/Co-Owner
Plaza Drugs
05.2003 - 12.2012
Pharmacist
Walmart
01.2003 - 05.2003
Pharmacist
Murphy's Drug
01.2002 - 01.2003
Pharmacist
Chaney's Pharmacy
01.2001 - 01.2002
Pharmacist
Dyre-Kent Drugs
09.2000 - 01.2001
Community Pharmacy Practice Residency
University of Mississippi
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Mississippi
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Mississippi
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Carroll Academy