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JAVIER SAENZ

Laredo

Summary

Pharmacist with over 40 years of experience across Hospital, Retail, Clinical, and Mental Health sectors. Expertise in optimizing medication therapy and leading interdisciplinary teams in dynamic settings. MTM certified and bilingual in English and Spanish, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes and pharmacy operations. Proven track record in staff training, compliance policy implementation, and effective collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

STAFF PHARMACIST (Relief)

LanRx Pharmacy
Laredo
02.2020 - 08.2024

Boosted prescription volume by 30% through streamlined workflows and improved team communication.

  • Educated patients on drug interactions, side effects, and proper medication usage.
  • Oversaw pharmacy technicians and support staff during high-demand periods.

STAFF PHARMACIST

Medcenter Pharmacy
Laredo
01.2008 - 04.2016
  • Dispensed 600 prescriptions daily while ensuring high accuracy and patient safety.
  • Collaborated with physicians and nurses to address complex medication-related issues.
  • Provided guidance on OTC medications, improving overall customer satisfaction.

STAFF PHARMACIST

EL RIO PHARMACY
Laredo
01.2006 - 03.2008

Supervised a team of 4 pharmacy technicians to enhance operational efficiency.

  • Dispensed 200 prescriptions daily, maintaining accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Advised patients on medication interactions, side effects, and dosing schedules.

PHARMACY MANAGER

Medcenter Pharmacy
Laredo
01.2003 - 04.2006
  • Ensured compliance with all federal and state laws, company policies, and regulations.
  • Conducted training sessions on New Laws and Regulations for pharmacy technicians and staff.
  • Led recruitment efforts to hire qualified personnel effectively.

HOSPITAL STAFF PHARMACIST

Doctor'S Hospital Of Laredo
Laredo
03.1983 - 05.2003
  • Participated in Code Blue teams to provide critical care during medical emergencies.
  • Monitored laboratory culture and sensitivity reports, advising physicians on therapeutic substitutions.
  • Executed proper sterile techniques for IV and chemotherapy compounding.
  • Conducted rounds to evaluate IV therapy compliance with physician orders.

CLINICAL STAFF PHARMACIST

LAREDO STATE CENTER MHMR
Laredo
01.1997 - 08.1999
  • Frequent conference's with Psychiatrists, Nurses, and Case Workers on each patient's biopsychosocial assessment focusing on mental and physical disorders.
  • Discussion of history and response to treatment appropriate for diagnosis.
  • Provided training lectures to staff, case worker, nurses, college nursing students on policies and procedures of Mental Health and Mental Retardation.
  • Participated in statewide conference calls concerning managerial and budgeting issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

The University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX
12-1982

Skills

  • Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
  • Pharmacy Operations & Staff Supervision
  • Patient Counseling & Education
  • Clinical Collaboration
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Compounding (Oral, Topical, IV, Chemo
  • Bilingual: English & Spanish
  • Emergency Response

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • MTM PowerPak Jan '01

Affiliations

  • Former Member of Area Health Education Center - Coordinated Education Lectures with Physicians, Nursing, and Pharmacists.
  • Co-Founder of Mexican-American Association of Pharmacy Students at UT Austin (Now called Hispanic Association of Pharmacist's).

Timeline

STAFF PHARMACIST (Relief)

LanRx Pharmacy
02.2020 - 08.2024

STAFF PHARMACIST

Medcenter Pharmacy
01.2008 - 04.2016

STAFF PHARMACIST

EL RIO PHARMACY
01.2006 - 03.2008

PHARMACY MANAGER

Medcenter Pharmacy
01.2003 - 04.2006

CLINICAL STAFF PHARMACIST

LAREDO STATE CENTER MHMR
01.1997 - 08.1999

HOSPITAL STAFF PHARMACIST

Doctor'S Hospital Of Laredo
03.1983 - 05.2003

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

The University of Texas At Austin