PHILIP OKEKE
Summary
Multi-states licensed Pharmacist with a track record of optimizing patient drug therapy and enhancing medication adherence, notably at HMH LTC Pharmacy. Demonstrates strong analytical thinking and effective communication, ensuring compliance with FDA guidelines and fostering team collaboration. Achieved significant improvements in patient outcomes through comprehensive medication management and policy development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Longterm, Staff Pharmacist Full-time
HMH LTC Pharmacy
2023.07 - Current
- Optimized drug therapy for patients by closely monitoring lab results, vital signs, and clinical response to medications.
- Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations, promoting compliance with legal regulations and best practices.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.
- Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, ensuring patient safety.
Pharmacist (PIC)
Silver Lake Hospital
2022.10 - 2023.07
- Optimized drug therapy for patients by closely monitoring lab results, vital signs, and clinical response to medications.
- Communicate with physicians, nurses, and agents daily to maintain the best treatment outcome.
- Directs pharmacy staff engaged in production, packaging, and labeling compliance and performance reports.
- Responsible for quality assurance, controlled substance security, and compliance with licensing requirements.
- Participated in the development and subsequent updating of a hospital formulary or dug list.
- Prepared, sterilized and labeled parenteral medications and solutions that are manufactured in the hospital.
- Supervised drug storage and drug preparation areas within the pharmacy and throughout the hospital.
- Developed policies and procedures that promotes the effective, appropriate and safe use of drugs in the hospital.
- Participates in all meetings of the pharmacy and therapeutics committee and implemented the decisions of the committee throughout the hospital.
Longterm, Staff Pharmacist Full-term
Pharmscript LLC
2021.11 - 2022.10
- Executed day-to-day operations in the pharmacy as they pertain to workflow, production quotas and deadlines.
- Assisted in the proper ordering, handling, receiving, documentation and storage of all controlled substances; assist in maintaining a perpetual inventory for scheduled drugs.
- Ensured that the pharmacy is compliant with all local, state and federal rules and regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy.
- Supervised the pharmacy production staff to ensure proper order entry, workflow and security of the pharmacy area, and adherence to delivery schedules.
- Ensured that the pharmacy is compliant with all DEA policies and procedures and follows all applicable government regulations.
Longterm, Staff Pharmacist Full-time
SpecialtyRx Pharmacy
2019.03 - 2021.11
- Optimized drug therapy for patients by closely monitoring lab results, vital signs, and clinical response to medications.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations, promoting compliance with legal regulations and best practices.
- Evaluated medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions and proper administration.
- Assisted customers with medical issues and provided valuable healthcare counseling including over the counter regime (OTC).
- Call center, cost containment, and involved in therapeutic interchange.
- Served as a medical and therapeutic expert as part of collaboration between medical information and other's department.
- Monitored random calls to improve quality, minimize errors and track operative performance.
- Provides clinical information for specialtyrx services and performed outgoing calls in professional manners following client guidelines and business plan.
- Maintained a register of controlled drugs for legal and stock control purposes.
Pharmacist, Partime
Walgreens Pharmacy
2018.11 - 2021.01
- Reviewed and interpreted physician orders for safety and appropriateness.
- Respond to written and phone inquires from health care professional and consumers related to therapies alternatives for diseases state management.
- Managed drug inventory, ordering medications and supplies for replenishment, verifying deliveries against purchase orders, and resolving any discrepancies.
- Completed pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians work flow; verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifying order entries.
- Served as a clinical resource to staff, patients, and providers.
- Maintained communication with providers and clinics to ensure accurate prescription fulfillment.
- Counseled patients on medications over the phone and in-person including over the counter medication.
- Supported the management, oversight and operation of all aspects of the pharmacy.
- Complied with all company policies, procedures, rules and standards.
Education
Doctorate - Pharmacy
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05.2018
Associate of Science - Biology
Union County College
Cranford, NJ08.2013
Skills
- Clinical pharmacology
- Medical information
- Documentation abilities
- FDA drug safety guidelines
- Analytical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- New Jersey Registered Pharmacist
- New York Registered Pharmacist
- Pennsylvania Registered Pharmacist
- Pharmacy Immunization Delivery Certification
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
- National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number 1083178602
Soccer, Music, and Traveling
I love playing soccer, exploring new destinations through travel, and immersing myself in music from different genres and cultures.
Timeline
Longterm, Staff Pharmacist Full-time
HMH LTC Pharmacy
2023.07 - Current
Pharmacist (PIC)
Silver Lake Hospital
2022.10 - 2023.07
Longterm, Staff Pharmacist Full-term
Pharmscript LLC
2021.11 - 2022.10
Longterm, Staff Pharmacist Full-time
SpecialtyRx Pharmacy
2019.03 - 2021.11
Pharmacist, Partime
Walgreens Pharmacy
2018.11 - 2021.01
Doctorate - Pharmacy
Hampton University
Associate of Science - Biology
Union County College
- New Jersey Registered Pharmacist
- New York Registered Pharmacist
- Pennsylvania Registered Pharmacist
- Pharmacy Immunization Delivery Certification
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
- National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number 1083178602
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