Maria Tunapinato
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly dedicated and uniquely qualified pharmacist with a profound passion for pediatric patient care. My remarkable journey from foster care to earning my PharmD in 2016 reflects my unwavering commitment to self-improvement, both personally and professionally. Fluent in Spanish, I am committed to breaking down language barriers to ensure every patient receives the highest level of care. I am driven by the belief that every child, regardless of their background, deserves the best possible healthcare, and I am deeply committed to making that a reality. My diverse experiences and relentless pursuit of excellence make me a valuable asset to any healthcare team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
04.2019 - Current
- Medication therapy management and assessing each drug on the patient’s profile and making recommendations by speaking to healthcare professionals to increase or discontinue a medication
- Utilizing interviewing skills to triage patients to the appropriate levels of medical care such as referrals to the emergency department, primary care physician or self-care
- Played a pivotal role in the COVID-19 vaccination campaign, administering vaccines to hundreds of patients per day.
- Pharmacy operations to ensure prescription accuracy, drug security, storage and inventory resulting in improved pharmacy efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Promoted positive team interactions by upholding interpersonal expectations of honesty, trust, responsibility, fairness and independence
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreen’s Pharmacy
08.2013 - 04.2019
- Modeled exceptional standard of warm and personal patient care while quickly and accurately processing high volume of prescription orders.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Worked closely with pharmacy staff, physicians and their staff in providing excellent patient care.
- Flu vaccination health fairs in multiple locations to promote patient health
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Feik School of Pharmacy
San Antonio, Texas2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX2011
GED -
Certificate of High School Equivalency
03.2009
Skills
- Pediatric Medication Expertise
- Pediatric Immunization Administration
- Pediatric Patient Counseling
- Child-Friendly Communication
- Pediatric Clinical Assessment
- Family-Centered Care
- Pediatric Pharmacotherapy
- Pediatric Specializations
- Team Collaboration
- Child Development Knowledge
- Cultural Competency
Additional Information
- Grants Funded: , Scholars Academy, Army Research Grant, for Natural Science Students. Fall 2006, Spring 2007, Fall 2007, Spring 2008, Fall 2008 and Spring 2009
- Personal Achievements: , Tracie Haynie Award: an award given to one student out of 87 students for overcoming challenges in life. This award is from the SMDEP program in Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. July 2007 Reading Award: an award given to one student out of 87 students for the most outstanding student. This award is from
Certification
Pharmacists, Texas State Board of Pharmacy
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
Member of the Hispanic’s Scholars Fund Mentoring Program, placement reserved for students who earn a minimum of a 3.0 Grade Point Average and above. HSF’s mentoring programs is based on reaching out to high school students in underserved communities.
Member of the University of Houston Downtown, Scholars Academy, an academically competitive program in the College of Sciences and Technology.
June 2005 - Present.
Professional References
Cheryl Belman – Manager/Preceptor
Walmart Pharmacy
210-260-7533
Angie Suliman - Staff Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
303-570-8620
Timeline
Registered Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
04.2019 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreen’s Pharmacy
08.2013 - 04.2019
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Feik School of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas At San Antonio
GED -
Certificate of High School Equivalency
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