Jessica Kantoch
Honolulu
Summary
Motivated pharmacist with expertise in pharmacology, medication therapy management, and Medicare policies. Skilled at optimizing patient outcomes and influencing prescribing decisions. Licensed in Illinois and pursuing a Hawaii pharmacy license. Experienced in high-ticket sales, with strong skills in negotiation, objection handling, and sales execution. Focused on building relationships with healthcare providers and driving patient care and business growth in the pharmaceutical industry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Remote High-Ticket Sales Closer
LightSpeed VT
02.2025 - Current
- Executed strategic sales tactics, uncovering customer pain points and positioning tailored solutions.
- Utilized persuasive communication and objection-handling techniques to gain commitment and close deals effectively.
- Built and maintained relationships with clients, leveraging trust and consultative selling to drive business impact.
Clinical Pharmacist
United Healthcare Group - OPTUM Rx
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Reviewed prior authorization requests, applying clinical judgment and insurance guidelines to ensure optimal patient outcomes while meeting business goals.
- Partnered with physicians and healthcare teams, using negotiation and persuasion to influence prescribing decisions and secure Medicare-approved treatments.
- Managed 1,120+ patient cases monthly, demonstrating efficiency, accuracy, and strategic decision-making in a high-volume environment.
- Monitored medical literature and emerging drug developments, applying the latest evidence to enhance treatment strategies and improve patient care.
Pharmacist
Walgreens
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
Pharmacist
DeliverCareRx Pharmacy
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed pharmacy operations, increasing prescription volume and enhancing work productivity, contributing to business growth.
- Collaborated with nurses and physicians to recommend alternative therapies, optimizing patient care and improving treatment outcomes.
- Coordinated medication prior authorizations with Optum, hospices, and healthcare providers, ensuring timely medication access and streamlined processes.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Roosevelt University
Schaumburg, IL05-2022
Skills
- Sales Strategy Development
- Customer Relationship Building
- Negotiation & Persuasion
- Objection Handling
- Pipeline Management
- Account Management
- Sales Presentations
- Formulary & Payer Knowledge
- Pharmacology & Drug Knowledge
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Patient Education & Counseling
- Effective Communication & Customer Service
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacist
Languages
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Remote High-Ticket Sales Closer
LightSpeed VT
02.2025 - Current
Clinical Pharmacist
United Healthcare Group - OPTUM Rx
08.2024 - 02.2025
Pharmacist
Walgreens
06.2024 - 08.2024
Pharmacist
DeliverCareRx Pharmacy
06.2023 - 06.2024
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Roosevelt University
Similar Profiles
Jennifer HedgesJennifer Hedges
Director of Client Care at LightSpeed VTDirector of Client Care at LightSpeed VT
Cherrelle PerezCherrelle Perez
Senior Project Manager at Lightspeed VTSenior Project Manager at Lightspeed VT
Sabrina CroneySabrina Croney
Office Manager at Lightspeed RestorationOffice Manager at Lightspeed Restoration