MARY OGUNMERU
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Passionate healthcare professional dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. Enthusiastic pharmacy intern with success in promoting positive patient experiences through compassion, quality care and clinical support. Experienced in navigating diverse medical environments and adaptability to new concepts.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens Pharmacy
San Francisco, CA
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Perform duties as assigned and supervised by the pharmacist in accordance with standard operating procedures for entering, third party processing, filling, and dispensing prescriptions.
- Enter patient's information into computer system and update existing data.
- Administer vaccines
- Verify prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Advise patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Discuss over-the-counter medication to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Communicate with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Interpret and process medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Handle telephone calls that do not require personal attention of the pharmacist, including those to physicians.
- Consult patients regarding proper use of new medications and OTC products.
- Answer patient questions regarding refills, insurance troubleshooting and status updates on prescriptions.
- Assist and support Pharmacy Department on inventory management activities, such as, ordering, unpacking, checking and storing shipment of pharmaceuticals.
Pharmacy Typist
Walgreens Pharmacy
San Francisco, CA
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Operated registers for patient purchase on assigned cash register, collects cash, and distributes change as requested; process voids, returns, refunds and exchanges as needed
- Accurately typed and billed prescriptions in an efficient manner
- Communicated with patients regarding insurance and refill requests
- Answered phone calls from both patient and medical practices to facilitate daily activities in the pharmacy
- Reviewed new prescriptions for accuracy and completeness and bringing discrepancies to the pharmacist’s attention or following up with the provider if appropriate
- Contacted insurance providers for coverage to confirm patient's options prior to filling prescriptions.
Vitamin Clerk
Sprouts Farmers Market
Daly City, CA
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Handled sales, build positive customer relationships, satisfy customer needs, and questions regarding goods and product.
- Analyzed customer interactions, fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business
- Identified customer needs to deliver relevant product and solutions
VOLUNTEER
MERCY WORLDWIDE, AMERICAN RED CROSS
Los Angeles, CA
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Volunteered with organization to help install fire alarms in people's homes, distributing food and supplies to people in need as well as donating financially.
- Sorted and distributed canned good and produce to homeless people
- Educated patients on various resources, services and programs to maximize care.
- Engaged with others successfully using strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Completed assigned duties and consistently produced high volume of work to support daily business needs.
- Educated residents and families about available services and resources.
- Communicated needs and issues appropriate supervisors for administrative action.
- Adhered to high level of standards and values, and maintained professional demeanor.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
San Francisco State University
12.2021
Associate Degree - General Science
Santa Monica College
06.2019
Skills
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Medical and Pharmaceutical Terminology
- Communication
- Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
- Drug Classifications and Safety
- Patient Flow Management
- Data Entry, EMR
References
Gerald Toy - Pharmacist: Walgreens, 626-202-6336
Jenny Chen - Pharmacist: Walgreens, 415-825-2653
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Licensed Intern Pharmacist
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens Pharmacy
11.2022 - 05.2024
Pharmacy Typist
Walgreens Pharmacy
01.2021 - 11.2022
Vitamin Clerk
Sprouts Farmers Market
03.2020 - 01.2021
VOLUNTEER
MERCY WORLDWIDE, AMERICAN RED CROSS
06.2018 - 08.2018
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of California, San Francisco
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
San Francisco State University
Associate Degree - General Science
Santa Monica College