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Jessica Soto

Deltona,FL

Summary

Experienced leader with a successful background in Specialty Pharmacy, adept in implementing policies and managing operations. Recognized for fostering employee development, employing strategic planning, and effectively managing the workforce. Demonstrates proficiency in patient interactions and project management, leading to significant improvements in customer service and team productivity.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Pharmacy Customer Service

RX To Go
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.

Patient Services Manager

Kroger Specialty Pharmacy
12.2021 - 12.2023

- Managed, oversaw, trained, and developed specialty pharmacy employees within Core therapies, MIDS, and Celgene
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to maintain quality service
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates for open positions
- Maintained ongoing communication with operational and clinical staff to optimize workflow and enhance the patient experience
- Worked on cases through Ethics point, processed cases through an ethical lens, and ensured prompt and precise handling of all ethical cases
- Identified deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures, and controls using leadership skills
- Collaborated with cross-functional team members to build and execute development plans
- Managed team members to meet project tasks and expectations, supporting objectives, checkpoints, and timelines
- Utilized data and analytics to identify trends and establish connections with business performance outcomes in collaboration with program management
- Worked cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and finance departments
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation

Patient Services Supervisor

Kroger Specialty Pharmacy
06.2018 - 12.2021

- Conduct monthly audits for Lake Mary PSC and MIDS PSC teams, providing feedback and coaching to maintain quality standards.
- Develop training/coaching, task and process guidelines, and provide clear and concise directions to associates.
- Interview, hire, and support new associates throughout their training process.
- Introduce team Chit Chats and goals to enhance productivity and improve team morale.
- Support associates with escalated customer calls, resolving issues and ensuring excellent customer service.
- Evaluate employee performance mid-month and monthly, and provide coaching and training for improved quality of work and employee retention.
- Merge two PSC teams under one leadership (LM PSC Core and MIDS PSC).
- Maintain compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Review completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Resolve customer complaints and adjust policies to meet changing needs.
- Plan and manage resources to consistently meet production, quality, and cost goals.
-Coach staff members to develop long-term career goals.

Lead Trainer - Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
03.2012 - 06.2018

- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns and reconcile payments
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers
- Set up and modified patient profiles in system to include current information such as medications and insurance details
- Trained and guided 50+ Pharmacy Technicians trainees on all five workstations within retail pahrmacy

Education

Bachelor of Science - Supervision And Management

Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL
12.2018

Registered Pharmacy Tech - RPT 48442

Florida Board of Pharmacy
01.2012

Vocational Degree - Criminal Justice / Correctional Officer

Eastern State College
09.2009

Skills

  • Patient Relations
  • Policy Implementation
  • Hiring and Recruitment
  • Schedule Management
  • Staff Supervision
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Performance Management
  • CPR / CareTend

Timeline

Director, Pharmacy Customer Service

RX To Go
12.2023 - Current

Patient Services Manager

Kroger Specialty Pharmacy
12.2021 - 12.2023

Patient Services Supervisor

Kroger Specialty Pharmacy
06.2018 - 12.2021

Lead Trainer - Pharmacy Technician

CVS Pharmacy
03.2012 - 06.2018

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Daytona State College

Registered Pharmacy Tech - RPT 48442

Florida Board of Pharmacy

Vocational Degree - Criminal Justice / Correctional Officer

Eastern State College

Bachelor of Science - Supervision And Management

Daytona State College
Jessica Soto