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FOLASADE JOHNSON

PHARMACIST
Not Hispanic or Latino,BROOKLYN, NEW YORK

Summary

Dynamic Staff Pharmacist with extensive experience at RITE AID PHARMACY, adept at resolving insurance billing issues and enhancing patient care through effective medication therapy management. Skilled in immunization administration and committed to quality assurance, I foster a collaborative team environment while optimizing pharmacy operations for improved patient satisfaction. Pharmacy professional with strong clinical and operational skills, ensuring safe and effective medication management. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams and adapt to changing needs. Adept at patient counseling, medication therapy management, and regulatory compliance. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes. 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. Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in pharmacy operations and patient care. Efficiently managed medication dispensing and collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in pharmaceutical regulations and team leadership.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Staff Pharmacist

RITE AID PHARMACY
08.2007 - Current
  • 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 immunizations administration, leading to increased accessibility for patients in need.
  • Provided medication therapy management to patients using Outcomes and Mirixa.
  • Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication channels among team members and promoting professional development opportunities.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
  • Supervised compounding activities, ensuring accuracy in preparation of custom medications according to physician specifications.
  • Provided comprehensive staff support during peak hours, effectively managing increased workload without compromising quality of service or patient safety.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Ensured consistent delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical services through adherence to established standards and guidelines.
  • Properly instructed pharmacy students and residents on introductory and advanced pharmacy practice rotations.
  • Received and accurately processed written prescriptions from customers using medical computer system.
  • Maintained state and federal records of legendary drugs and controlled substances.
  • Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized medication plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.
  • Improved pharmacy efficiency by training new staff pharmacists and pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and protocols.
  • Optimized workflow processes for faster prescription filling, resulting in improved patient satisfaction levels.
  • Regularly stocked shelves, rotated stock and checked for expired medications.
  • Properly compounded and dispensed medications as prescribed by doctors and dentists.
  • Decreased wait times for patients by optimizing the use of pharmacy technology and automation systems.
  • Enthusiastically answered questions regarding medications and side effects and printed out detailed information on pharmaceuticals for customers.
  • Conducted regular audits of prescription records, identifying discrepancies and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Correctly completed pharmacy daily and weekly reports.
  • Administered immunizations and met with patients for medication consultations, effectively improving awareness of pharmacy's health services.
  • Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
  • Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
  • Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
  • Educated patients on proper medication use.
  • Closely monitored department performance metrics.
  • Hand counted controlled medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
  • Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.

STAFF PHARMACIST

CVS Pharmacy
07.2003 - 07.2007
  • 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 immunizations administration, leading to increased accessibility for patients in need.
  • Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication channels among team members and promoting professional development opportunities.
  • Supervised compounding activities, ensuring accuracy in preparation of custom medications according to physician specifications.
  • Provided comprehensive staff support during peak hours, effectively managing increased workload without compromising quality of service or patient safety.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized medication plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Properly instructed pharmacy students and residents on introductory and advanced pharmacy practice rotations.
  • Received and accurately processed written prescriptions from customers using medical computer system.

Staff Pharmacist

Duane Reade Pharmacy
02.2002 - 06.2003
  • Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
  • Provided medication therapy management to patients using Outcomes and Mirixa.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Supervised compounding activities, ensuring accuracy in preparation of custom medications according to physician specifications.
  • Received and accurately processed written prescriptions from customers using medical computer system.
  • Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure.
  • Decreased wait times for patients by optimizing the use of pharmacy technology and automation systems.
  • Properly compounded and dispensed medications as prescribed by doctors and dentists.

Education

CERTIFICATION IN PHARMACY EDUCATION

LONG ISLAND UN NIVERSITY
New York, NY
03-2015

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY
ILE IFE, NIGERIA
08.1988 - 06.1995

Associate of Science - SCIENCES : BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS

CHRIST SCHOOL NIGERIA
NIGERIA
06-1988

High School Diploma -

CHRISTS SCHOOL
NIGERIA
06.1980 - 05.1985

Skills

  • Drug utilization review
  • Medication dispensing
  • Pharmacy automation systems
  • Immunization administration
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Patient counseling
  • Committed to quality assurance
  • Pharmaceutical calculations
  • Flexibility in scheduling
  • Continuing education
  • Drug interactions monitoring
  • Prescription drug interaction assessment
  • Prescription verification
  • Drug interactions

Timeline

Staff Pharmacist

RITE AID PHARMACY
08.2007 - Current

STAFF PHARMACIST

CVS Pharmacy
07.2003 - 07.2007

Staff Pharmacist

Duane Reade Pharmacy
02.2002 - 06.2003

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY
08.1988 - 06.1995

High School Diploma -

CHRISTS SCHOOL
06.1980 - 05.1985

CERTIFICATION IN PHARMACY EDUCATION

LONG ISLAND UN NIVERSITY

Associate of Science - SCIENCES : BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS

CHRIST SCHOOL NIGERIA
FOLASADE JOHNSONPHARMACIST