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Melany Dafniotidis

East Elmhurst,NY

Summary

A seasoned pharmacy manager with proven leadership skills, adeptness in navigating pharmaceutical teams through the ever-increasing complex healthcare industry, and ability to support the growing profitability of the business through a commitment to providing quality pharmaceutical care as an essential link in disease management.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacist - Store Closure Support Team

Rite Aid
New York, NY
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Selected to support the pharmacy closure process across multiple Rite Aid locations following the closure of my home store as Pharmacy Manager.
  • Assist in the secure and compliant transfer of inventory, prescription files, and patient records.
  • Collaborate with corporate, district leadership, and third-party partners to ensure a smooth transition for patients and staff.
  • Provide continuity of care by maintaining high standards of patient service during closures.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and leadership in adapting to various store environments and operational workflows.

Pharmacy Manager

Rite Aid
Long Island City, NY
10.2006 - 06.2025

Delivery of Outstanding Patient Care

  • Dispensed prescriptions accurately and efficiently, ensuring patient safety.
  • Provided high quality customer care by expertly answering customer inquiries, making recommendations and providing guidance on OTC medications.
  • Utilized OutcomesMTM platform to conduct comprehensive Medication Therapy Management services, including medication reviews, identifying drug therapy problems, and personalized counseling to patients.
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients.
  • Addressed customer complaints professionally and efficiently.
  • Administered immunizations to patients in accordance with CDC guidelines and pharmacy protocols.

Leadership Experience

  • Managed pharmacy inventory and ordering processes, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and optimizing stock levels to meet patient needs.
  • Trained newly hired pharmacists, pharmacy interns and pharmacy technicians.
  • Actively participated in hiring process and identified top talent.
  • Cultivated a customer-centric environment within the pharmacy, fostering long-term loyalty

Pharmacy Expertise and Execution of Pharmaceutical Operations

  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams, including legal, compliance, and operations, to ensure seamless integration of acquired pharmacies.
  • Selected for an exclusive leadership development program designed to identify emerging talent within the organization for future leadership roles.
  • Conducted comprehensive store visits to assess operational performance, identify areas for improvement, ensure adherence to company standards and compliance.
  • Facilitated management development classes, focusing on enhancing leadership skills, operational efficiency, and team collaboration.
  • Spearheaded community wellness initiatives, organizing events that provided comprehensive health services including immunizations, diabetes risk assessments, BMI evaluations, and blood pressure screenings.
  • Selected to lead district-wide training initiatives, delivering customer experience workshops to enhance service standards.
  • Led and coordinated annual in-store inventory audits at multiple pharmacies within the district, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standard.

Floating Pharmacist

Genovese Drug Store
New York, NY
09.2006 - 10.2006
  • Ensured patient safety through accurate dispensing of medications and counseling on proper usage and potential side effects.
  • Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
  • Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
  • Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with colleagues during staffing shortages or high-volume periods.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by successfully transitioning between various pharmacy settings, maintaining high levels of performance and patient care regardless of the environment.
  • Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough prescription verification, drug utilization review, and clear communication with prescribers.
  • Prevented drug interactions by utilizing updated resources and clinical judgment when evaluating potential risks associated with polypharmacy.

Education

Doctor Of Pharmacy -

St. John's University
Jamaica, NY

Skills

  • Proficient in Modern Greek
  • CPR certified
  • St John’s University preceptor
  • Certified Immunizer

Timeline

Pharmacist - Store Closure Support Team

Rite Aid
06.2025 - 08.2025

Pharmacy Manager

Rite Aid
10.2006 - 06.2025

Floating Pharmacist

Genovese Drug Store
09.2006 - 10.2006

Doctor Of Pharmacy -

St. John's University
Melany Dafniotidis