HIMABINDU GORANTLA
Bothell,WA
Summary
Dynamic pharmacist with extensive experience at Walmart, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive medication therapy management and effective communication. Proven expertise in immunization administration and drug inventory management, leading to improved workflow efficiency and increased community vaccination rates. Committed to patient safety and continuous professional development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
Edmonds Pharmacy
Edmonds, WA
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Dispensed medications accurately while providing patient counseling on proper usage and potential side effects.
- Managed inventory levels for pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and minimizing waste.
- Conducted medication therapy management to optimize therapeutic outcomes and improve patient health indicators.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and medication histories.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy technicians in best practices for prescription filling and customer service protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced wait times for patients during peak hours.
- Monitored prescription errors, conducting root cause analyses to prevent future occurrences and ensure patient safety.
- Increased immunization rates in the community by administering vaccinations during flu season.
Pharmacist
Family Pharmacy
Edmonds, WA
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Dispensed medications accurately while providing patient counseling on proper usage and potential side effects.
- Managed inventory levels for pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and minimizing waste.
- Conducted medication therapy management to optimize therapeutic outcomes and improve patient health indicators.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy technicians in best practices for prescription filling and customer service protocols.
Pharmacist
Walmart
Several Stores
10.2007 - 06.2015
- Dispensed medications accurately while providing patient counseling on proper usage and potential side effects.
- Managed inventory levels for pharmaceuticals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and minimizing waste.
- Conducted medication therapy management to optimize therapeutic outcomes and improve patient health indicators.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy technicians in best practices for prescription filling and customer service protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced wait times for patients during peak hours.
- Monitored prescription errors, conducting root cause analyses to prevent future occurrences and ensure patient safety.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
- Streamlined prescription filling process, maximizing accuracy and minimizing wait times for patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and inventory management systems.
- Conducted regular audits of the pharmacy''s controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
- Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, ensuring patient safety.
- Collaborated with insurance providers to resolve billing discrepancies, ensuring timely reimbursement for pharmacy services.
- Implemented medication therapy management programs, resulting in improved patient adherence to prescribed medications.
- Increased immunization rates in the community by administering vaccinations during flu season.
- Enhanced patient understanding of medication usage and potential side effects with clear, empathetic communication.
- Reduced medication errors through rigorous adherence to pharmacy protocols and continuous staff training.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
KVSR Siddhartha College of Pharmaceutical Sciences
India06-1999
Skills
- Customer service and communication skills
- Prescription verification
- Drug inventory management
- Medication dispensing
- Immunization administration
- Vaccination administration
Languages
English
Professional Working
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Limited Working
Timeline
Pharmacist
Edmonds Pharmacy
09.2022 - 11.2024
Pharmacist
Family Pharmacy
03.2017 - 10.2017
Pharmacist
Walmart
10.2007 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
KVSR Siddhartha College of Pharmaceutical Sciences