Lisa Tortora
Norton,MA
Summary
Oncology pharmacy professional with solid foundation and in depth knowledge of chemotherapy protocols. Known for significant contributions to treatment protocols and patient outcomes. Solid foundation in optimizing treatment plans, managing complex medication regimens, and contributing to positive patient outcomes. Effective team collaborator with commitment to adaptability and excellence in patient care. Demonstrated expertise in clinical collaboration and patient education.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
09.2018 - Current
- Responsible for the preparation, compounding, and dispensing of medications, including those for research protocols.
- Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identifying, resolving, and preventing drug-related problems and adverse drug events.
- Provide in-depth clinical monitoring of patients.
- Oversee the activities of support personnel, including technicians & students.
- Provide drug information, education, and clinical services.
- Assist with Inventory Management.
- Oversee narcotic distribution.
- Participates as a team member in pharmacy workflow planning.
Infusion Pharmacy Supervisor (PIC)
Option Care (Walgreens) Home Infusion
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Pharmacist in Charge; supervise, monitor, and evaluate the quality & effectiveness of patient care provided by pharmacy staff.
- Enforce the State & Federal regulatory requirements for pharmacy operation; focus on USP 797 regulations.
- Oversee the purchase and management of all medications and medical supplies.
- Monitor treatment of home infusion patients.
- Obtain, interpret and evaluate medication orders to assure therapeutic appropriateness, accuracy, and cost effectiveness; review for adverse reactions or drug interactions.
- Provide recommendations and medical information to patients and medical staff.
- Compound intravenous medications. Perform compounding checks.
- Preceptor for pharmacy students.
- Provide on-call coverage.
Pharmacist
The Miriam Hospital
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Review and interpret orders prior to verification and dispensing in EPIC.
- Provide accurate & comprehensive consultation on medications for medical staff.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team in rounds conducted on units.
- Perform checks and prepare compounded sterile products (hazardous and non-hazardous) according to USP regulations.
- Responsible for dispensing narcotics/controlled substances.
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist (PIC)
Landmark Medical Center
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Built and then managed new outpatient Oncology Pharmacy.
- Answer drug information questions for medical staff and patients.
- Supervise the preparation, compounding and dispensing of hazardous drugs.
- Oversee the ordering, storage, and safe handling of medications and supplies.
- Supervise all staff who conduct work in the Oncology Pharmacy.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Review patient profiles and chemotherapy orders for accuracy.
Clinical Pharmacist
Landmark Medical Center
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Supervise the preparation, compounding, and dispensing of sterile products.
- Conduct pharmacokinetic consultations and make appropriate dosing recommendations to physicians.
- Provide medical staff with comprehensive drug information.
- Complete Medication Reconciliation and Discharge Counseling (Transitions of Care).
- Preceptor for pharmacy students.
Clinical Operations Manager
Landmark Medical Center
07.2013 - 08.2015
- Develop and implement programs to enhance patient outcomes, including Medication Reconciliation, Discharge Counseling, and roll out of Omnicells & EPIC.
- Manage IV Lab according to USP 797 & 800 standards. Supervise the preparation, compounding and dispensing of sterile products, including chemotherapy.
- Participate in Pharmacy & Therapeutics committee.
- Direct supervisor of the pharmacy technicians.
- Assist with development and revision of Pharmacy policies and procedures.
Infusion Pharmacy Manager (PIC)
Walgreens Pharmacy
02.2011 - 06.2013
- Pharmacist in Charge; supervise, monitor, and evaluate the quality & effectiveness of patient care provided by pharmacy staff.
- Enforce the State & Federal regulatory requirements for pharmacy operation.
- Oversee the purchase and management of all medications and medical supplies.
- Perform all duties of the Clinical Home Infusion Pharmacist, including the following: obtain, interpret and evaluate medication orders to assure therapeutic appropriateness, accuracy, and cost effectiveness; review for possible adverse reactions or interactions; perform compounding checks; provide on-call coverage.
Clinical Home Infusion Pharmacist
Walgreens Pharmacy
- Perform the duties of a Clinical Home Infusion Pharmacist.
Retail Pharmacist
Walgreens Pharmacy
- Perform the duties of a registered retail pharmacist including filling prescriptions, immunizing patients, supervising technicians and interns, counseling patients, triaging doctor calls, maintaining inventory, completion of required reports.
Clinical Pharmacist
New England Home Therapies
09.2009 - 01.2011
- Obtain, interpret and evaluate medication orders to assure therapeutic appropriateness, accuracy, and cost effectiveness; review for possible adverse reactions or interactions; monitor patients via phone, including TPN and Specialty Drug patients; perform compounding checks.
- Provide on-call coverage.
Clinical Pharmacist
Coram Infusion Services
05.2008 - 09.2009
- Obtain, interpret and evaluate medication orders to assure therapeutic appropriateness, accuracy, and cost effectiveness; review for possible adverse reactions or interactions; monitored patients and their treatment; managed Specialty Team; perform compounding checks.
Retail Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
07.2007 - 05.2008
- Perform the duties of a registered retail pharmacist: fill prescriptions, supervise technicians/interns, counsel patients, triage doctor calls, maintain inventory.
Psychiatric Emergency Clinician (Per Diem)
Waltham Hospital
08.2001 - 07.2003
- Complete evaluation of patients in an emergency room setting who present in a crisis involving mental disorder or substance abuse; arrange disposition.
Psychiatric Social Worker
Federal Bureau of Prisons
10.2000 - 08.2001
- Assess patients and determine appropriate discharge plan for their return to the community. Coordinate with agencies to facilitate transfer of patients.
Social Worker
Massachusetts Department of Correction
05.1993 - 10.2000
- Coordinate Mental Health Services for Maximum, Medium, and Minimum security prisons, including MCI-Walpole, Souza-Baronowski CC, MCI-Norfolk, Pondville Correctional Center.
- Develop and implement policies.
- Create and implement training program for staff.
- Establish Social Work Intern Program for the Massachusetts State Prison System.
Psychiatric Emergency Clinician
Waltham Hospital
10.1995 - 01.1999
- Complete evaluation of patients in an emergency room setting who present in a crisis involving mental disorder or substance abuse; arrange disposition.
Director of Mental Health
Massachusetts Department of Correction
- Coordinate Mental Health Services for Maximum, Medium, and Minimum security prisons, including MCI-Walpole, Souza-Baronowski CC, MCI-Norfolk, Pondville Correctional Center.
- Develop and implement policies.
- Create and implement training program for staff.
- Establish Social Work Intern Program for the Massachusetts State Prison System.
Unit Director and Clinical Social Worker
Massachusetts Department of Correction
- Coordinate services on the Maximum Security Unit of Bridgewater State Hospital.
- Offer Forensic Expert Witness Testimony in court.
Mental Health Clinician
Massachusetts Department of Correction
- Conduct crisis interventions, group and individual therapy.
- Discharge planning in Maximum, Medium, and Minimum Security prisons.
- Provide training for security and medical staff.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Boston, Massachusetts05.2007
Master of Social Work - undefined
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts05.1993
B.A. Law And Society, B.A. Psychology -
American University
Washington, D.C.05.1990
Skills
- Aseptic compounding
- Precision in documentation
- Commitment to ongoing learning
- Effective communication skills
- Effective time management
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Investigational drug research experience
Certification
- Florida State Board of Pharmacy, Registered Pharmacist
- Rhode Island State Board of Pharmacy, Registered Pharmacist
- Massachusetts State Board of Pharmacy, Registered Pharmacist
- Medication Therapy Management certificate, May 2016
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Dana Farber Cancer Institute
09.2018 - Current
Infusion Pharmacy Supervisor (PIC)
Option Care (Walgreens) Home Infusion
06.2017 - 03.2018
Pharmacist
The Miriam Hospital
12.2016 - 08.2017
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist (PIC)
Landmark Medical Center
04.2016 - 12.2016
Clinical Pharmacist
Landmark Medical Center
09.2015 - 04.2016
Clinical Operations Manager
Landmark Medical Center
07.2013 - 08.2015
Infusion Pharmacy Manager (PIC)
Walgreens Pharmacy
02.2011 - 06.2013
Clinical Pharmacist
New England Home Therapies
09.2009 - 01.2011
Clinical Pharmacist
Coram Infusion Services
05.2008 - 09.2009
Retail Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
07.2007 - 05.2008
Psychiatric Emergency Clinician (Per Diem)
Waltham Hospital
08.2001 - 07.2003
Psychiatric Social Worker
Federal Bureau of Prisons
10.2000 - 08.2001
Psychiatric Emergency Clinician
Waltham Hospital
10.1995 - 01.1999
Social Worker
Massachusetts Department of Correction
05.1993 - 10.2000
Clinical Home Infusion Pharmacist
Walgreens Pharmacy
Retail Pharmacist
Walgreens Pharmacy
Unit Director and Clinical Social Worker
Massachusetts Department of Correction
Mental Health Clinician
Massachusetts Department of Correction
Master of Social Work - undefined
Boston College
Director of Mental Health
Massachusetts Department of Correction
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
B.A. Law And Society, B.A. Psychology -
American University