Katarzyna Marek
Downers Grove,IL
Summary
Experienced and driven clinical pharmacist with a passion to provide exceptional patient case. Proven expertise in pharmacological management of chronic disease states and sound knowledge of high-cost drug classes. Seeking to utilize my knowledge and skills set to provide clinical lens to business aspect, while holding client facing position.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
HCSC
11.2019 - Current
- Conducted clinical reviews to optimize drug therapy for health plan members across medical and pharmacy benefit channels.
- Utilized sound knowledge of member and/or client benefit design to inform drug therapy recommendations at an individual or population level.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through formulary management and utilization review, ensuring efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Collaborated on Clinical Workgroup bu applying clinical knowledge to create and maintain Drug Therapy Opportunities list to assist in clinical reviews.
- Developed and implemented population health strategies to optimize health outcomes while generate savings.
- Crated and presented population health strategies summary and outcomes.
- Gave presentations including employer (PCM introduction) and topic presentation to internal interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted in member and employer escalations.
- Participated in continuous professional development activities to stay current on evolving trends within clinical pharmacy practice.
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
08.2015 - 11.2019
- 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.
- Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Ensured consistent delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical services through adherence to established standards and guidelines.
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems and reducing medication errors.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - College of Pharmacy
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL05.2015
Skills
- Drug Utilization Review
- Relationship Building
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Pharmacy benefit management
- Presentation & Public Speaking
- Team Leadership & Oversight
- Program Implementation & Evaluation
Languages
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
HCSC
11.2019 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
08.2015 - 11.2019
Doctor of Pharmacy - College of Pharmacy
Chicago State University
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