Megan Stafford
St. Cloud,FL
Summary
Focused Doctor of Pharmacy with 10+ years of experience in delivering accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications for orders ranging in complexity. Offering specialized knowledge in cost-effective treatment and medication therapy management. Committed to patient wellness and collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining focus on safety and confidentiality. Proficient communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreens
St. Cloud, FL
10.2020 - Current
- Provided medication counseling to patients on proper use, side effects and potential drug interactions.
- Managed the filling and dispensing of prescriptions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions or allergies before dispensing medications.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Assisted with inventory control processes such as ordering supplies, reconciling invoices.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to prevent harmful drug reactions, therapy duplications and allergic reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care outcomes and provide cost-effective medications via the OutcomesMTM portal
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical device demonstration, immunization administration, and COVID-19/Influenza tests.
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens
Collinsville , IL
12.2013 - 10.2020
- Educated patients regarding proper use of their medications.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Monitored patient safety through review of medication profiles for drug interactions, allergies, therapeutic duplication and other potential problems.
Ambulatory Care APPE
Centreville Health Center
Centreville, IL
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Assessed patient charts, created SOAP notes, and presented each daily
- Obtained patient vitals, A1c and POC blood glucose tests
- Led patient visits and discussed next steps in their treatment based on current status
- Reviewed insurance formularies to ensure medication changes were most cost-effective options for patient
- Charted notes following patient appointments with details of interview and any changes made to their drug-regimens based on guideline recommended treatment
Internal Medicine APPE
St. Luke's Hospital
Chesterfield, MO
10.2019 - 11.2019
- Followed patients daily and created individualized care plans while inpatient
- Pursued discussions with physicians to make necessary interventions for COPD, MI, and HF patients
- Performed medication reconciliation for patients when admitted and again at discharge
- Provided direct patient care through medication counseling, demonstrating proper inhaler technique, and answered all questions before discharge
- Documented all recommendations and interventions in electronic health record
- Participated in morning rounds with outpatient care management team and provided follow-up recommendations for recently discharged patients
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05-2020
Skills
- Prescriptions and patient profile management
- Patient education and counseling
- Overseeing pharmacy operations
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Inventory Management
- Skilled in clinical interventions
- Detail orientation
- Immunization services
Certification
- Florida Registered Pharmacist (PS66529)
- Illinois Registered Pharmacist (#051303551)
- ACPE Certificate for Clinical Preparation for Pharmacists' Prescriptive
Authority: Test and Treatment of Minor Ailments - APhA Certified for Immunization Delivery
- American Red Cross: BLS Certificate (00V7T3L)
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreens
10.2020 - Current
Ambulatory Care APPE
Centreville Health Center
01.2020 - 02.2020
Internal Medicine APPE
St. Luke's Hospital
10.2019 - 11.2019
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens
12.2013 - 10.2020
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville