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Frank Szczerba

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in many areas of pharmacy practice and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Pharmacy

Penn Highlands Elk
08.2024 - Current
  • Led successful efforts in reducing hospital readmission rates related to medication-related factors by closely monitoring high-risk patients during their transitions of care.
  • Streamlined medication management processes for increased efficiency and reduced medication errors.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, leading quality assurance efforts to identify areas for operational enhancement.
  • Evaluated clinical protocols and pathways involving pharmacotherapy options in collaboration with medical staff members to ensure alignment with best practices.
  • 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.
  • Managed personnel-related issues such as hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions to maintain a high-performing pharmacy workforce.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.

Pharmacist

Penn Highlands DuBois
02.1987 - Current
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient drug therapies.
  • Conducted medication reviews to ensure proper dosing and administration.
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
  • Reduced medication errors within the pharmacy by developing and implementing a continuous quality improvement program.
  • Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and inventory management systems.
  • Actively participated in various hospital related committees including, but not limited to medication safety, various quality committees, pharmacy& therapeutics, and reengineering committees.
  • System analyst and installer for various computer systems, including pharmacy systems, bedside scanning, and hospital automation systems
  • Developed applications to enhance pharmacy/hospital productivity, including a neonatal TPN dosing calculator, clinical pharmacy application, and a medication reconciliation and discharge prescription program for use by nursing and providers. Prior to commercial systems availability, devised and implemented a 340(B) application to extract and compile 340(B) eligible patients and dispenses.
  • Maintained, modified, and implemented billing strategies to increase revenue
  • Redesigned the oncology operations at an acquired cancer center, which included building the formulary, training technicians, admixing medications, and routine staffing.
  • Developed a new infusion center which served primarily a rheumatology practice, but also serviced remote oncology clinics, GI patients, and other infusions. A large volume of "white bag' patients also required working closely with office staff and providers to assure drug delivery, correct billing, and correct dosing
  • Analyzed and provided data extracted from various systems

Pharmacist

Rite Aid
02.1986 - 02.1987

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Boston, MA
12-1985

Skills

  • Pharmacy workflow optimization
  • Patient safety
  • Patient education
  • Therapeutic drug monitoring
  • Pharmacy informatics
  • Performance improvement
  • Interdepartmental collaboration
  • Pharmacy management
  • Drug utilization review
  • Pharmacy automation
  • Pharmacy design
  • Pharmacy cost containment
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Effective communication
  • HIPAA guidelines
  • Continuous improvement

Timeline

Director of Pharmacy

Penn Highlands Elk
08.2024 - Current

Pharmacist

Penn Highlands DuBois
02.1987 - Current

Pharmacist

Rite Aid
02.1986 - 02.1987

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Frank Szczerba