Lareasa Leatherwood, Pharm.D.
Memphis
Summary
A Tennessee and Mississippi licensed pharmacist with a proven history of clinical and business knowledge coupled with innovative leadership and problem-solving skills seeking to further build on pharmaceutical experience and training.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aid /Walgreens
06.2003 - 07.2018
- Improved inventory management by streamlining drug ordering thus reducing dead inventory and increasing timely special order item arrival while maintaining an effective level of medication on hand to meet expected demand
- Built solid customer relationships and delivered exceptional service resulting in being awarded the Rite Aid Favorite Pharmacist award in 2009, 2012, 2015 and 2016
- Recommended, billed and administered appropriate immunizations
- Scheduled, trained and supervised staff pharmacists, pharmacists-in-training, pharmacy cashiers, technicians, and interns
- Promoted and coordinated a home delivery service to over 100 patients in the Memphis area
- Provided specialized services to assist patients in managing conditions such as diabetes, smoking cessation and high blood pressure with programs such as OutcomesMTM.
Relief Pharmacist
Christ Community Health Services
05.2008 - Current
- Support onsite health care professionals by providing drug information to assist in prescribing the most appropriate medication for patient.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, dentists, and other pharmacists in drug formulary and protocol development for the organization.
- Provide pharmacy support for five pharmacy practice locations in the Memphis area.
- Ensure patients are well informed regarding their medication including proper use, adverse effects and possible drug interactions.
Relief Pharmacist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Center
02.2019 - Current
- Dispense and procure medicinal products and supplies used in the acute care setting
- Document patient medication history for physician review
- Verify the safety and accuracy of physician orders
- Correctly complete pharmacy paperwork, including daily and weekly reports
- Provide information for patients and staff regarding medication.
Relief Pharmacist
Mid-South Anesthesia Consultant Pharmaceuticals
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance, excessive usage or incomplete drug history information.
- Verified patient data and billing information to identify and resolve erroneous bills due to system errors
- Administered on-site immunizations to promote vaccination initiatives for wellness
Relief Pharmacist-Fulfillment
Accredo
07.2020 - Current
- Verify the accuracy of prescription items prior to orders being sent patient.
- Back up other pharmacists as needed, perform additional duties as assigned by management.
- Performed technical processes required to dispense medications to patients.
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, Tennessee2003
Bachelor of Arts -
Fisk University
Nashville,Tennessee1997
Skills
- Experienced in pharmacy operations management
- Skilled in various retail and institutional pharmacy computer systems
- Exceptional interpersonal ,conflict resolution, patient care, & counseling skills
- Professional telephone and electronic communication abilities
Certification
APhA Immunization-Delivery Certification
ACPE Diabetes Patient Care Certification
Medication Therapy Management Trained
Timeline
Relief Pharmacist-Fulfillment
Accredo
07.2020 - Current
Relief Pharmacist
Mid-South Anesthesia Consultant Pharmaceuticals
08.2019 - 08.2020
Relief Pharmacist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Center
02.2019 - Current
Relief Pharmacist
Christ Community Health Services
05.2008 - Current
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aid /Walgreens
06.2003 - 07.2018
Doctor of Pharmacy -
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Bachelor of Arts -
Fisk University
APhA Immunization-Delivery Certification
ACPE Diabetes Patient Care Certification
Medication Therapy Management Trained
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