Linda Ramos
Fort Worth
Summary
Adept at enhancing pharmacy operations, my tenure at Walgreens saw a significant boost in efficiency through streamlined medication dispensing. I excel in patient education and counseling, elevating patient satisfaction. My mentoring of new technicians underscores my leadership and expertise in medication therapy management, making me a valuable asset to any pharmacy team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Pharmacist
Walgreens Boots Alliance
10.2024 - Current
- Assist patients with over-the-counter medication recommendations and respond to questions concerning drug interactions.
- Dispense and verify patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Administer immunizations and meet with patients for medication consultations, effectively improving awareness of pharmacy's health services.
- Counsel patients regarding proper intake of medications.
- Supervise and coach team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
Senior Pharmacy Technician /Pharmacy Student Intern
Walgreens Boots Alliance
12.2012 - 09.2024
- Streamlined medication dispensing and prescription processing procedures, resulting in a notable increase in efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
- Consistently deliver top-tier customer service by providing clear and comprehensive medication information to patients, leading to increased patient satisfaction and repeat business.
- Acted as a mentor or trainer for new technicians, assisting in their onboarding and contributing to the professional development of junior staff members.
- Manage intake and processing of prescriptions, ensuring accuracy in dosage, patient information, and adherence to legal and safety guidelines.
- Proficiently operate pharmacy software systems, managing and updating patient records, prescription orders, and inventory databases.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Fort Worth, TX05.2024
Associate of Science - Biology
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX05.2019
Skills
- Medication dispensing
- Drug utilization review
- Medication preparation
- Automated prescription fulfillment
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication Therapy Management
Clinical Experience
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth
Infectious Diseases Pharmacy Intern
- Implemented and oversaw antimicrobial stewardship program to ensure appropriate use of antimicrobial's.
- Provided expertise and guidance to healthcare providers regarding infectious disease management through direct patient care rounds and consultations.
Walgreens Fort Worth Area Office
Community Pharmacy Management Intern
- Participated in regulatory compliance to ensure that pharmacies adhere to legal and regulatory requirements in order to maintain compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws.
- Provide direction and guidance to pharmacy staff to ensure that each pharmacy within the region operates efficiently and in accordance with company standards, policies and procedures.
UNT Health Clinical Practice Group Health Pavilion
Ambulatory Patient Care Intern
- Provide direct patient care services in the outpatient setting including reviewing medication profiles, optimizing drug therapy using current disease state guidelines while collaborating with other healthcare providers.
Medical City Arlington
Inpatient Acute Care Medicine
- Medication reconciliation in the inpatient setting. Identify drug therapy problems to ensure medications are optimally meeting patient needs, consult with physicians to develop treatment plans.
Certification
- Registered Pharmacist License #74975, Texas State Board of Pharmacy
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- The NASPA Pharmacy-Based Point-of-Care Test & Treat National Certificate Program
- Delivering Medication Therapy Management Services
- Blood Borne Pathogen and Infection Control
- HIPAA Security Training Certification
- Medical Spanish Certification, Common Ground International Language Services
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Community Pharmacist
Walgreens Boots Alliance
10.2024 - Current
Senior Pharmacy Technician /Pharmacy Student Intern
Walgreens Boots Alliance
12.2012 - 09.2024
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Associate of Science - Biology
Tarrant County College District