Michael Feyissa
Upper Darby,PA
Summary
Dynamic Pharmacy Manager with extensive experience at Rite-Aid Pharmacy, excelling in regulatory compliance and team building. Proven track record in enhancing workflow efficiency and leading successful patient care initiatives. Skilled in drug utilization review and training, driving operational excellence while ensuring safety and profitability in pharmacy operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Manager
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Directed daily pharmacy operations to meet performance goals
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated pharmacists and technicians
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory and company standards
- Managed inventory, ordering, and loss prevention processes
- Analyzed metrics to improve workflow, safety, and profitability
- Led patient care initiatives and immunization programs
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
Pharmacist
Rite-Aid Pharmacy
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Verified prescriptions for accuracy, safety, and legal compliance
- Counseled patients on medications, adherence, and side effects
- Administered immunizations and provided clinical services
- Resolved insurance issues and prescription clarifications
- Collaborated with technicians to maintain efficient workflow
- Maintained compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations
President Volunteer
Emnet Community Outreach
01.2022 - Current
- Lead strategic planning and oversee organizational operations
- Coordinate educational material support for students in Ethiopia
- Develop programs to support students’ families and basic needs
- Assist students in returning to school after work-related absences
- Plan and lead fundraising events and donor outreach initiatives
- Collaborate with volunteers and partners to expand program impact
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Temple University School of Pharmacy
Philadelphia, PA05-2024
Skills
- Drug utilization review
- Inventory and restocking
- Training and mentoring
- Pharmacy operations management
- Regulatory compliance
- Team building
Accomplishments
- Phi Lambda Sigma Chapter Member of The Year Award (2023)
- Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity Excellence Within Fraternity Award (2022)
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Academic Excellence Award (2018)
- American Red Cross Outstanding Blood Drive Coordinator Award (2024)
Phi Lambda Sigma Chapter Member of The Year Award
Selected as one of the highest leadership honors in pharmacy school for exceptional involvement in community outreach and pharmacy-related initiatives, including organizing multiple high-impact blood drives during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading clothing drives (e.g., Jenna’s Clothing Drive), and supporting naloxone education and administration for Philadelphia’s most vulnerable homeless populations.
Certification
- Pennsylvania Licensed Pharmacist
- Authorization to Administer Injectable Medications, Biologicals, and Immunizations for a Pharmacist
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- USPHS Rx for Change Tobacco Cessation and Intervention Certification
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
05.2025 - 09.2025
Pharmacist
Rite-Aid Pharmacy
10.2024 - 04.2025
President Volunteer
Emnet Community Outreach
01.2022 - Current
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Temple University School of Pharmacy