Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Intern

Rebecca Morrison-Mattioli

Pittston,Pennsylvania

Summary

With a proven track record at CVS Health and a background in pharmacy management, I excel in leading teams to enhance patient care through meticulous medication management and empathetic patient counseling. Renowned for my ability to mentor pharmacy staff and improve operational efficiencies, I bring a blend of strong teamwork and pharmacy law compliance to every role. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Highly knowledgeable Pharmacy Preceptor with background in providing comprehensive pharmacy services while ensuring high standards of patient care. Strengths include ability to effectively train pharmacy students, strong knowledge of medication dispensing and regulatory guidelines and adeptness at maintaining productive relationships with healthcare providers. Past roles demonstrate success in promoting optimal medication therapy, fostering quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring thorough adherence to safety protocols.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Pharmacist to Pharmacy Manager

CVS Health inside Target
Dickson City, PA
09.2021 - Current
  • Mentored IPPE, APPE, and interns
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop and implement patient-specific medication plans.
  • Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to pharmacy students on medication distribution processes and procedures.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies of medications are available.
  • Maintained compliance with state and federal drug laws.
  • Conducted comprehensive medication reviews to identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems.
  • Recommended over-the-counter medications for patients after assessing symptoms.
  • Ensured that all medication orders were entered accurately into the computer system.
  • Enforced adherence to infection control protocols.
  • Delivered pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects.
  • Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
  • Ensured strict adherence to pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards, including controlled substances management.
  • Administered immunizations and vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations of student pharmacists and provided feedback on their progress.
  • Maintained accurate patient medication profiles, including allergies, conditions, and concurrent medications.
  • Supervised pharmacy technicians and support staff in daily operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Health
Carbondale, PA
02.2021 - 09.2021
  • Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions or allergies before dispensing medications.
  • Compounded, packaged, labeled and dispensed medications.
  • Administered immunizations and vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
  • Recommended over-the-counter medications for patients after assessing symptoms.
  • Resolved customer complaints efficiently and professionally while promoting a positive image for the organization.
  • Answered patient questions and data requests.
  • Checked prescriptions for proper contents and labeling.

Part time floating pharmacist/ Vaccine specialist

02.2015 - 02.2021
  • Provided support across multiple stores to ensure pharmacy operations run efficiently in the absence of staff pharmacist.
  • Managed surge in vaccinations for flu, shingles, and pneumonia.
  • Worked alongside various groups in vaccinating nursing home patients and personnel with Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine.

IV/OR/Nutrition Pharmacist

Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, PA
02.2015 - 02.2016
  • Compounded hazardous drugs using appropriate safety measures according to USP 797 standards.
  • Received written prescription or refill requests, verifying information for completeness and accuracy.
  • Reviewed patient profiles for drug interactions, allergies, dosage accuracy, therapeutic duplication, formulary restrictions, age appropriateness and other potential problems before dispensing medications.
  • Prepared IV admixtures using appropriate calculations based on physician orders.
  • Participated in ongoing continuing education programs designed to enhance professional knowledge base.
  • Prioritized requests, responding to stat orders immediately.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to OR practices and procedures.
  • Restocked supplies, confirming sufficient inventory levels prior to procedures.
  • Reviewed physician orders to assess accuracy and safety.
  • Coordinated with medical staff to manage medication shortages, finding suitable alternatives without compromising care.
  • Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations related to the storage of controlled substances.
  • Prepared medications and conducted quality checks.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, and new drugs entering the market.
  • Oversaw the management and storage of medications, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safety practices.
  • Dispensed drugs in hospital environments.

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Health
Bethlehem, PA
05.2014 - 02.2015
  • Administered immunizations and vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Responded to medication-related questions and concerns from patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
  • Maintained compliance with state and federal drug laws.
  • Resolved customer complaints efficiently and professionally while promoting a positive image for the organization.

Pharmacy Intern

Depietro’s Pharmacy
Dunmore, PA
09.2012 - 04.2014
  • Prepare and dispense prescription orders
  • Inventory management
  • OTC and prescription counseling
  • Blood pressure screening
  • Immunization preparation
  • Customer service

Owner/Manager

Milano Italian Steakhouse
Old Forge, PA
10.2008 - 10.2012
  • Inventory management
  • Oversaw day to day operations
  • Event planning
  • Money management
  • Customer service
  • Coordinated a staff of fifteen

Pharmacy Intern

CVS Caremark Mail Order
Wilkes-Barre, PA
05.2011 - 05.2012
  • Drugs of abuse classes
  • Doctor calls
  • State Board of Pharmacy meetings
  • Presentation
  • Prepare and dispense prescriptions

Education

MBA -

Capella University
02-2026

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
05-2014

Associates in Science -

Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, Pennsylvania
05-2009

Associates in Veterinary Care -

Johnson College
Scranton, Pennsylvania
05-2000

Skills

  • Strong teamwork
  • Inventory restocking
  • Customer relations skills
  • Safety compliance
  • Performance monitoring
  • Leadership qualities
  • Employee mentoring
  • Customer service expertise
  • Immunization administration
  • Quality assurance monitoring
  • Medication storage management
  • Continuing education commitment
  • Drug interaction analysis
  • Pharmacy law compliance
  • Pharmacokinetics application
  • Drug utilization review
  • Pharmacy preceptor mentoring
  • Pharmacy ethics adherence
  • Pharmacy workflow optimization
  • Adverse drug reaction reporting
  • Patient counseling
  • Medication dispensing accuracy
  • Pharmaceutical calculations
  • Medication therapy management
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Pharmacy practice standards
  • Student engagement
  • Social-emotional learning training
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Empathy and patience
  • Student-centered learning
  • Motivating students
  • Growth mindset

Certification

  • Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, 2022-Present
  • Immunization delivery, 2013-Present
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/ BLS, 2010-Present
  • HIPAA Certified, 2010-Present

References

1) Dr. Stephanie Ameika

570-954-2739

CVS District leader/manager

2) Dr. Ashley Brown

570-575-1810

CVS Staff Pharmacist (My current Staff pharmacist)

3) Gianna Disanto

570-212-1875

Most recent APP,E turned Grad Intern, turned staff pharmacist

Timeline

Staff Pharmacist to Pharmacy Manager

CVS Health inside Target
09.2021 - Current

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Health
02.2021 - 09.2021

Part time floating pharmacist/ Vaccine specialist

02.2015 - 02.2021

IV/OR/Nutrition Pharmacist

Geisinger Medical Center
02.2015 - 02.2016

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Health
05.2014 - 02.2015

Pharmacy Intern

Depietro’s Pharmacy
09.2012 - 04.2014

Pharmacy Intern

CVS Caremark Mail Order
05.2011 - 05.2012

Owner/Manager

Milano Italian Steakhouse
10.2008 - 10.2012

MBA -

Capella University

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Wilkes University Nesbitt School of Pharmacy

Associates in Science -

Luzerne County Community College

Associates in Veterinary Care -

Johnson College

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