LAKSHMI V MEDAMARTHI
Mt. Pleasant,SC
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacist offering several years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Floater Pharmacist
Walgreens Boots Alliance
02.2023 - Current
- Proficient in using IC+
- Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
- Complied with company regulations to increase quality of healthcare and inhibit drug diversion.
- Remained knowledgeable about health insurance and other third-party payment programs to facilitate purchases.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against covid, influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Helped patients overcome vaccine hesitancy by providing facts about efficacy and safety data.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Implemented medication therapy management programs, resulting in improved patient adherence to prescribed medications and improved outcomes.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
Relief Pharmacist
Detyens Medical Center Pharmacy
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Worked with physicians, pharmacy and clinic staff ensuring excellent patient care and service.
- Adhered to State and Federal pharmacy laws and code of ethics.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary drug utilization reviews.
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
- Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians.
- Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels.
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by streamlining workflow processes and implementing best practices.
Pharmacist Volunteer
Harvest Free Medical Clinic
11.2016 - Current
- Provided special administration instructions and demonstration of inhalers and insulin pens .
- Maintained appropriate drug and dispensing records for Patient assistant programs and completed reports as necessary.
- Implemented changes to improve pre packaging labels.
- Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
- Monitored and counseled chronic disease patients to maximize treatment efficacy.
- Pre packed medicines, and assigned lot numbers in accordance with the clinic policies and procedures.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Communicated with prescribers regarding therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Trained and supervised new volunteer Pharmacists, Interns and Technicians.
Retail Staff Pharmacist
Kaire Pharmacy
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Maintained effective levels of medicines and supplies to meet expected demand.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Taught patients how to use medical devices such as glucose meters and oximeters.
- Provided advice on health issues, symptoms and medications.
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
- Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients.
- Verified patient data and billing information to discover and resolve erroneous bills due to system errors.
- Hand counted controlled medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
PRN Pharmacist (Independent Contractor)
Healthcare Consultants Pharmacy Staffing
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Ensured seamless daily operations within pharmacy to meet all customer and patient expectations.
- Maintained and prioritized work flow by appropriate task assignment to pharmacy technicians and delivery personnel .
- Performed accurate validation and dispensing of controlled prescriptions in accordance with state and federal laws.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Supervised dispensation of controlled substances using careful oversight and audit procedures.
- Delivered training on medical device use and storage to enhance support for different groups of patients.
Retail Staff Pharmacist
Ace Pharmacy
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and side effects.
- Taught patients how to use medical devices.
- Entered orders into database, verified insurance and prepared medications.
- Completed accurate cycle counts, inventory management and will-calls for customers.
- Hand counted controlled medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing personalized medication consultations and recommendations.
Pharmacist Intern
Duane Reade Pharmacy
08.2009 - 09.2010
- Shadowed senior pharmacy staff to learn proper procedures.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions and refill instructions.
- Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and insurance information.
- Demonstrated medical device use and storage to enhance support for different groups of patients.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Compared prescription details against safety standards and insurance requirements to support patients.
- Addressed customer questions regarding refills, insurance and prescriptions filling status.
- Worked as part of team of 4 with other pharmacy technicians .
Pharmacist Intern
Court House Pharmacy
12.2008 - 08.2009
- Provided friendly customer service at drop-off and pick-up counters.
- Entered patient information into computer system.
- Followed department policies, procedures and best practices for pharmacy operations.
- Assisted pharmacist in final review of filled prescriptions.
- Dispensed medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
- Supported pharmacy team members by participating in continuing education programs and staying current on industry trends and standards.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and collaboration with pharmacy staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Kakatiya University
India12.2002
Skills
- Customer Service
- Patient Education
- Prescription Checks
- Immunization Services
- Safety Awareness
- HIPAA Regulations Compliance
Certification
- Immunization Training
- Basic Life Support Training
- Self Care Specialist
- Medication Safety
Languages
Hindi
Professional Working
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Floater Pharmacist
Walgreens Boots Alliance
02.2023 - Current
Relief Pharmacist
Detyens Medical Center Pharmacy
09.2022 - 02.2023
Pharmacist Volunteer
Harvest Free Medical Clinic
11.2016 - Current
Retail Staff Pharmacist
Kaire Pharmacy
01.2014 - 12.2014
PRN Pharmacist (Independent Contractor)
Healthcare Consultants Pharmacy Staffing
01.2013 - 01.2014
Retail Staff Pharmacist
Ace Pharmacy
09.2010 - 12.2012
Pharmacist Intern
Duane Reade Pharmacy
08.2009 - 09.2010
Pharmacist Intern
Court House Pharmacy
12.2008 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Kakatiya University