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Paul Emery

New Hartford,NY

Summary

Accomplished Overnight Pharmacist with a proven track record at Health Direct Pharmacy, enhancing patient care and reducing medication errors. Skilled in workflow optimization and fostering teamwork, demonstrated through effective on-call management for over 20,000 long-term care beds. Expert in regulatory compliance and customer service, ensuring high-quality care and efficiency. Mastered the Pacmed multipack prescription packets filling robot, While filling 11,400 packets per night, I have learned tremendous knowledge, training skills and the ability to troubleshoot the nightly tasks. I like to always include best practices in my decisions.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Overnight Pharmacist

Health Direct Pharmacy
07.2009 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately reviewing and interpreting medication orders for appropriateness.
  • Reduced medication errors by thoroughly checking prescriptions for correct drug, dosage, route, and frequency.
  • Provided expert consultation to healthcare professionals regarding complex cases requiring specialized knowledge in therapeutic areas or specific drugs used in treatments at night time.
  • Enhanced efficient workflow within the pharmacy by prioritizing tasks effectively throughout the night shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues and supporting team goals.
  • Ensured continuity of care by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to daytime staff during shift changes.
  • Maintained on-call for 6 Health Direct Pharmacies, handled delivery issues, sent out new orders for partients. Worked closely with Pharmacy managers and site Directors, Any given night the on-call covered at least 20.000 long term care beds and assisted living facilities.

Walmart

09.2004 - 12.2019
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
  • Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Led a high-performing team of pharmacists and technicians to deliver exceptional patient care and service.
  • Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
  • Managed budgetary responsibilities, controlling expenses to optimize profitability without compromising quality of care.
  • Played an active role in the hiring process, identifying top talent that contributed to the team''s success in providing outstanding pharmaceutical care services.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Supported employee growth and development by providing regular performance feedback, mentoring opportunities, and career advancement resources.
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients.

Costco Pharmacist

Costco Pharmacy
12.2020 - 04.2024
  • Managed prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
  • Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
  • Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
  • Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Massachuseytts, MA
03.1991

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Drug Inventory Management

Accomplishments

  • Achieved additional sale and business by completing sales call with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 60 staff members, two Pharmacies and 6,000 nursing home beds along with overseeing a Medical Supply business with a team of 12 employees.
  • RNA from Ohio was the Pharmacy software, I learned and managed the entire system from purging files on a monthly basis to repairing system boards, running facility statements, Physician Orders, Treatment orders and Medication admission records.

Timeline

Costco Pharmacist

Costco Pharmacy
12.2020 - 04.2024

Overnight Pharmacist

Health Direct Pharmacy
07.2009 - Current

Walmart

09.2004 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Paul Emery