Michele M. Skiba
Waterford,NY
Summary
Dedicated pharmacist with experience in hospital, home infusion, and pharmacy benefit management platforms. Proven leader who successfully managed a home infusion company.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Support Staff Pharmacist
CVS Healthcare
Schenectady, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Administer vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases
- Oversee and monitored dispensation of controlled substances according to regulatory requirements
- Preserve state and federal record keeping for legend drugs and controlled substances
- Deliver pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects
- Manage the filling and dispensing of prescriptions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Ellis Hospital
Schenectady, NY
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Provided guidance to medical professionals regarding proper medication usage and alternative therapies.
- Developed treatment plans for complex cases involving multiple diseases and comorbidities as part of multidisciplinary teams.
- Effectively communicated medication regimen changes and new treatment options to healthcare team members.
- Provided clinical services to patients in hospital setting, including medication order verification and dispensing.
Territory Sales Executive
CVS Specialty Pharmacy
Upstate NY, Northern NJ
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Presented information and presentations to key decision makers at hospitals and physician offices specializing in pediatric endocrinology, pulmonary hypertension, cystic fibrosis, and alpha-1 deficiency
- Strategically managed territory to leverage pharmaceutical relationships, contributing to an 11% revenue increase
- Partnered with two key opinion leaders to develop a successful pilot program leading to 8% revenue growth in pulmonary hypertension; implemented a widely accepted operational model
- Designed impactful visual presentations to align with product promotion strategy
Pharmacy Supervisor/Clinical Pharmacist
CVS Specialty Pharmacy/Coram
Albany, NY
05.2012 - 08.2016
- Provided direct supervision to pharmacy staff of 31 employees and ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies
- Analyzed workflow processes within the pharmacy and identified opportunities to improve efficiency
- Communicated regularly with physicians regarding medication orders and patient needs
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging and labeling medications
Staff Pharmacist
Express Scripts
Troy, NY
03.2005 - 05.2011
- Resolved customer concerns in the patient consultation department in an efficient and professional manner while promoting a positive image for the organization
- Supervisor of the Patient Consultation Department when needed
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Critical Care Systems
Scotia, NY
03.2001 - 02.2005
- Evaluated drug utilization to drive enhancements in patient safety measures and achieve significant cost reductions
- Reviewed laboratory data and patient responses to assess the impact of therapy
- Provided medication, supplies, and clinical services to home infusion patients.
- Performed aseptic technique when preparing sterile products for intravenous administration.
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Berkshire Medical Center
Pittsfield, MA
07.1997 - 02.2001
- Monitored patient profiles for potential interactions or adverse reactions to medications
- Collaborated with physicians regarding formulary management decisions based on evidence-based medicine principles
Managed Care Pharmacist
Merck Medco
Albany, NY
01.1995 - 07.1997
- Received specialized training in communicating with prescribers about the use of preferred formulary medications to achieve cost savings within a therapeutic class
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for managing common conditions
- Checked prescriptions for proper contents and labeling.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Albany College of Pharmacy
Albany, NYSkills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient counseling
- Utilization management
- Risk management processes and analysis
- Delegating assignments
- Resolving complaints
- Profitability understanding
- Microsoft Excel
- Immunization services
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacist in New York and Massachusetts
- Immunizing Pharmacist
Timeline
District Support Staff Pharmacist
CVS Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Ellis Hospital
06.2018 - 10.2020
Territory Sales Executive
CVS Specialty Pharmacy
08.2016 - 01.2018
Pharmacy Supervisor/Clinical Pharmacist
CVS Specialty Pharmacy/Coram
05.2012 - 08.2016
Staff Pharmacist
Express Scripts
03.2005 - 05.2011
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Critical Care Systems
03.2001 - 02.2005
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Berkshire Medical Center
07.1997 - 02.2001
Managed Care Pharmacist
Merck Medco
01.1995 - 07.1997
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Albany College of Pharmacy