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KRISTIN RUDDY

Menifee,CA

Summary

Motivated, hard working, and enthusiastic pharmacist known for high standards and result-driven approach, bringing valuable experience in managing pharmacy operations. Proven ability to optimize processes and ensure compliance with regulations, consistently supporting team collaboration and adaptability. Valued for communication skills and leadership that drive performance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
3
3

Certifications

Work History

Pharmacy Manager

Rite Aid
12.2021 - Current
  • Used OutcomesMTM regularly to help patients with medication management and increase pharmacy revenue.
  • Communicated regularly with physician's offices and emergency rooms regarding patient medications and possible interactions or side effects.
  • Resurrected low performing store by encouraging its employees and helping them strive for their best work.
  • Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
  • Enforced compliance with pharmacy regulations and maintained up-to-date records of all medications dispensed.
  • Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
  • Addressed customer complaints professionally and efficiently by conducting root-cause analysis investigations to resolve issues effectively.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.

Pharmacy Manager

Walgreens
09.2015 - 12.2021
  • Developed a successful, organized, and positive work environment that resulted in high patient retention.
  • Recruited, trained, and guided numerous pharmacy technicians and trained new pharmacist graduates.
  • Built relationships with patients based on mutual respect, kindness, and empathy.
  • Performed daily management tasks including but not limited to supervising all aspects of operations, inventory management, and scheduling.
  • Compounded non-sterile medications for patients according to USP 795 standards.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
  • Addressed customer complaints professionally and efficiently by conducting root-cause analysis investigations to resolve issues effectively.

Education

Doctorate - Pharmacy

Wingate University
Wingate, NC
05.2014

Associates - Liberal Arts, Emphasis in Math and Science

Mt. San Jacinto College
San Jacinto, CA
06.2009

Skills

  • Patient education and counseling
  • Prescription verification
  • Workflow optimization
  • Pharmacy operations management
  • Drug inventory management
  • Staff training
  • Inventory control
  • Employee management
  • Immunizations
  • Resolving complaints

Personal Information

Title: REGISTERED PHARMACIST

Certification

  • Registered Pharmacist, California Board of Pharmacy, RPH72715
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
  • Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certification, American Pharmacists Association

Degree

PHARM D

Timeline

Pharmacy Manager

Rite Aid
12.2021 - Current

Pharmacy Manager

Walgreens
09.2015 - 12.2021

Associates - Liberal Arts, Emphasis in Math and Science

Mt. San Jacinto College

Doctorate - Pharmacy

Wingate University

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