Mary Michayel
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Devoted Pharmacist offering 6 years of pharmacy experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in collaborating with team members to prepare medication orders while maintaining safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, and healthcare administrators.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2024 - Current
- Verifies over 300+ prescription orders and ensures patients receive their medication efficiently and safely
- Collaborates with healthcare providers to optimize patient care plans, resulting in improved treatment outcomes.
- Educates patients on their medications and devices, offers over the counter recommendations, and addresses patients concerns regarding their overall health
- Discusses alternative therapeutic options with providers in order to limit financial barriers and ensure patient adherence
- Proactively promotes preventative medicine and ensures patients are up to date on their vaccinations
- Offers yearly comprehensive medication reviews to ensure patients medication lists are concise and accurate
- Establishes a comfortable and safe working environment for all team members
- Educates patients on the availability of manufacturer trial cards to ensure patient initiates therapy without delay and financial burden
Intern Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
09.2019 - 12.2023
- Works collaboratively with other team members to optimize workflow and deliver high quality care where patient satisfaction is prioritized
- Educated patients on proper medication administration techniques, potentially reducing adverse effects or complications from incorrect usage
- Facilitated insurance claims processing by verifying coverage information and resolving any discrepancies or denied claims promptly
- Promoted medication adherence through regular follow-ups with patients
- Informs the population on the convenience and ability of pharmacists to furnish certain medications to qualified patients
- Assisted in medication preparation, inventory management, and vaccine administration
- Safely stored and transported immunizations to off site clinics in order to vaccinate patient populations that resided in nursing and assisted living facilities
Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid Pharmacy
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Processed prescriptions received electronically, over the phone, or in person
- Prepared prescription labels, accurately calculates doses, and filled prescriptions
- Processed pharmacy overstock, outdates, and recalls.
- Utilized translation services to limit language barriers and to better communicate with patients from different ethnic backgrounds
- Submitted prior authorizations and treatment authorization requests in attempt to lower patient costs
Education
Doctorate of Pharmacy -
University of California San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
San Diego, CA05.2023
Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology -
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2018
Associates degree in Math and Sciences -
Grossmont-Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CA08.2016
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Aramaic
- Communicates effectively with patients and providers
- Efficiently handles a variety of tasks in high-demand settings
- Strong work ethic with great attention to detail
- Ability to problem solve and work independently
- Able to efficiently navigate software such as Excel and Stata
Professional Associations Memberships
- American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
- Entrepreneurs of Community Pharmacy (ECP)
- Christian Pharmacist Fellowship International (CPFI)
Certifications Licensure
- Registered Pharmacist, #89175, 09/30/2025
- American Heart Association BLS Provider CPR AED, 05/03/2024
- APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery, 10/12/2019
- Hormontal Contraception Certificate, 6/2022
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Registered Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
01.2024 - Current
Intern Pharmacist
Rite Aid Pharmacy
09.2019 - 12.2023
Pharmacy Technician
Rite Aid Pharmacy
11.2018 - 09.2019
Doctorate of Pharmacy -
University of California San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology -
San Diego State University
Associates degree in Math and Sciences -
Grossmont-Cuyamaca College