Moriha Blom
Canonsburg,PA
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacist offering 22 years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators. Skilled Pharmacist with strong background in compounding, pharmacological knowledge and patient care. Expert in providing accurate clinical services. Detail-oriented professional goes extra mile to deliver service and support to pharmacy patrons. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Institutional Pharmacist
HealthDirect Pharmacy Services
08.2017 - Current
- Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
- Prepared medications in blister packs to provide safe and convenient way to take prescribed medication.
- Worked with automated dispensing systems to securely store medication and track narcotics and other controlled drugs.
- Evaluated and monitored laboratory data to drive safe and effective medication therapy.
- Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, ensuring patient safety.
- Conducted regular audits of the pharmacy''s controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
- Served as liaison between the pharmacy department and other healthcare professionals, facilitating communication regarding patient care plans.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
- Effectively prioritized tasks and organized workflow to increase efficiency.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized long-term care plans.
- Streamlined communication between various healthcare providers, ensuring consistent information sharing and collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Enhanced medication safety by accurately preparing and dispensing IV medications according to established protocols.
- Reduced medication errors with diligent attention to detail when calculating dosages and measuring ingredients.
- Collaborated effectively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to address patient needs related to IV therapy.
- Upheld a high standard of aseptic technique in the preparation of parenteral nutrition solutions, promoting positive patient outcomes.
- Ensured proper disposal of hazardous waste materials following institutional policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for employees.
- Assisted in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation standards through strict adherence to established policies and procedures regarding IV medication preparation and dispensing.
- Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
Institutional Pharmacist
Curtis Long Term Care
06.2004 - 08.2017
- Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Contributed to quality assurance efforts by conducting regular audits of sterile compounding processes and documentation.
- Collaborated effectively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to address patient needs related to IV therapy.
- Upheld a high standard of aseptic technique in the preparation of parenteral nutrition solutions, promoting positive patient outcomes.
- Ensured proper disposal of hazardous waste materials following institutional policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for employees.
- Mitigated risks associated with mixing incompatible drugs by staying current on compatibility data from reliable sources such as Micromedex or Trissel's Handbook on Injectable Drugs.
- Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
Part Time Pharmacist
Jeffrey’s Drug Store
07.2002 - Current
- Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Optimized drug therapy outcomes by conducting in-depth patient assessments and recommending adjustments to treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by maintaining accurate records of controlled substances and monitoring drug storage conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers through consistent communication and collaboration on treatment plans.
- Collaborated with other Consultant Pharmacists to share knowledge, resources, and best practices for continual professional growth within the field.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple medications or medical conditions by collaborating closely with healthcare teams to tailor treatment plans for individual patient needs.
- Reduced medication costs by identifying therapeutic alternatives, negotiating with suppliers, and implementing cost-effective purchasing practices.
- Reviewed and evaluated orders for non-formulary to identify generic alternatives.
- Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
Retail Pharmacist
Washington Pharmacy
07.2002 - 06.2004
- Entered orders into database, verified insurance and prepared medications.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Provided advice on health issues, symptoms and medications.
- Managed department budgets.
- Maintained effective level of medicines and supplies to meet expected demand.
- Taught patients how to use medical devices such as glucose meters and oximeters.
- Administered prescription medications to public.
- Recruited, trained and managed staff members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through efficient prescription processing and timely delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with customers by addressing their concerns and providing personalized service.
Education
Doctor Of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2001
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
Washington, PASkills
- Prescription Filling
- Regulatory Compliance
- Medication Dispensing
- Delegating Assignments
- Interpreting Orders
- Transition of Care Understanding
- Preparing Sterile and Non-Sterile Compounds
- Medicare and Medicaid Process
- Interpreting and Processing Medication Orders
- Setting up Profiles
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Dispensing Medications
- Supply Ordering
- Pharmacy Operations Management
- Compounding Experience
- Documentation Abilities
- Pa Licensed Pharmacist
- FDA Drug Safety Guidelines
- Audit Support
- Medication Therapy Management
- Documentation Skills
- Reviewing Prescriptions
- Pharmacy Inventory and Recordkeeping
- Billing Management
- Verifying Orders
- Overseeing Technicians
- Resolving Complaints
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Qs1, Rx30, Docutrack, and RXpertise Trained
- Quality Assurance Standards
- Coordinating Inventory
- Operations Support
- Compounding techniques
- Pharmacy software mastery
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Multitasking abilities
- Continuing education
- Pharmacy automation systems
- Clinical decision-making
- Pharmacy law compliance
- Prescription verification
- Pharmacy ethics
- Identifying Medication Reactions
Timeline
Institutional Pharmacist
HealthDirect Pharmacy Services
08.2017 - Current
Institutional Pharmacist
Curtis Long Term Care
06.2004 - 08.2017
Part Time Pharmacist
Jeffrey’s Drug Store
07.2002 - Current
Retail Pharmacist
Washington Pharmacy
07.2002 - 06.2004
Doctor Of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Duquesne University
High School Diploma -
Washington High School
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