Jeanette Soto
Lehigh Acres
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented healthcare professional with proven expertise in medication management, patient counseling, and health education, complemented by a strong foundation in public health principles. Skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance pharmacy services. Committed to advancing healthcare practices through evidence-based approaches and a passion for improving access to specialty medications. Adept at navigating complex healthcare systems and advocating for patient needs in dynamic environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
Cypress Pharmacy
04.2024 - 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.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
Prior Authorization Pharmacist
OptumRx
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently reviewing and processing prior authorization requests for medications.
- Enhanced pharmacy operations through accurate and timely completion of medication therapy management interventions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on drug information resources, ensuring accurate decision-making in medication therapy management.
- Supported continuous quality improvement initiatives within the pharmacy department by participating in regular audits and reviews of processes and procedures.
- Surpassed company's expectations by maintaining an hourly case rate of 9.05 with an exceptional quality score.
PGY-1 Community Pharmacy Resident
Lee Health
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Optimized patient outcomes through interdisciplinary medication management - promoted rational, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy by completing the objectives outlined in the American Society of Health-System Pharmacist's Accredited Residency Program.
- Conducted research that evaluated the impact of chronic disease state management pharmacists on HbA1c in patients with Type 2 Diabetes.
- Provided continuing education for Southern Gulf Society on validating controlled substance prescriptions in Florida and provided a lecture to pharmacy technician students on agents used for the respiratory system.
- Actively served the community through brown-bag events, presentations at Lee Health’s Healthy Life Center, and attending Barbershop Wellness events.
- Helped achieve one of Lee Health’s Best Practice Goals by successfully enrolling Lee Pharmacy at Lee Memorial Hospital as a drug repository donation center, developing a protocol, and training on-site staff.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL04.2022
Master of Public Health - Environmental Toxicology
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL08.2016
Skills
- Drug utilization review
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Clinical expertise
- Pharmacotherapy knowledge
- Evidence-based medicine
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Monitoring therapeutic effectiveness
- Drug information resources
Certification
- Licensed pharmacist (FL)
- BLS certified
- Certified to administer vaccinations
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
Cypress Pharmacy
04.2024 - Current
Prior Authorization Pharmacist
OptumRx
08.2023 - 04.2024
PGY-1 Community Pharmacy Resident
Lee Health
07.2022 - 07.2023
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Master of Public Health - Environmental Toxicology
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Florida State University