Eleanor Mack
pharmacist
Saint James,NY
Summary
Enthusiastic Pharmacist eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Floater Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Suffolk County, NY
07.2016 - 08.2021
- 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.
- Taught patients how to use medical devices such as glucose meters and oximeters.
- Dispensed medications and communicated with prescribers regarding therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Entered orders into database, verified insurance and prepared medications.
- Collaborated with colleagues, technicians and leading pharmacists in effective prioritization and filling of orders.
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
- Communicated potential issues and reactions to specific medications for patients ranging from children and teenagers to adults and geriatrics.
- Assisted patients in minimizing medical expenses by recommending generic alternative prescription medications.
- Monitored and counseled chronic disease patients to maximize treatment efficacy.
- Conducted blood pressure screenings and counseled patients on hypertension.
- Performed Flu and all other immunizations.
- Complied with strict health, industry and organizational regulations to maintain patient safety.
- great communication with both nurses and physicans
- Reviewed and evaluated orders for non-formulary and restricted drugs for appropriateness and compliance.
- Educated patients on medical equipment such as compression stockings, nebulizers and urinary bags.
Supervising Pharmacist
Rite Aid
Suffolk County, NY
09.2012 - 06.2016
- Adhered to pharmacy laws and code of ethics.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Provided patient counseling and advice on prescriptions as well as alternatives and over-the-counter medications.
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
- Managed drug and supply inventories.
- Counseled patients regarding proper intake of medications.
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
- Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
Staff Pharmacist
Parker Jewish Nursing Home
New Hyde Park, New York
09.2011 - 01.2012
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Correctly completed pharmacy daily and weekly reports.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Maintained state and federal records of legendary drugs and controlled substances.
Adjunct Pharmacy Professor
Mass College Of Pharmacy
Boston, MA
09.2002 - 05.2008
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
Clinical Pharmacist
St. Catherine's Hospital
Smithtown, New York
02.2000 - 01.2010
- 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.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
- Trained pharmacy residents and interns on clinical care and medication dispensing.
Education
Ph.D. - Pharmacy
Mass College of Pharmacy
Boston, MA09.2006
Skills
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Pyxis MedStation Software
- Dispensing Medications
- Labeling Procedures
- Drug Ordering & Storage
- Time Management
- Relationship Building
- Specialized Pharmacy Services
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Identifying Medication Reactions
- Pharmaceutical Supply Ordering
- Prescription Review and Dosage
- Detail-Oriented
- Explaining Complex Terminology
- Drug Utilization Reviews (DUR)
- Organized and Detail-Oriented
- OTC Recommendations
- Profit and Loss Control
- Vaccination Administration
Accomplishments
- Worked in several community pharmacies.
- Enjoy talking to patient and learning about them and their families
- Fantastic communication with nurses and physicians
- Quick learner with computer
Timeline
Floater Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
07.2016 - 08.2021
Supervising Pharmacist
Rite Aid
09.2012 - 06.2016
Staff Pharmacist
Parker Jewish Nursing Home
09.2011 - 01.2012
Adjunct Pharmacy Professor
Mass College Of Pharmacy
09.2002 - 05.2008
Clinical Pharmacist
St. Catherine's Hospital
02.2000 - 01.2010
Ph.D. - Pharmacy
Mass College of Pharmacy