Rhay Weiskopf
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacist offering 34 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.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
Rodriguez Family Pharmacy
Kenner, LA
04.2021 - Current
- Improved pharmacy efficiency by training new staff pharmacists and pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and protocols.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to streamline workflow processes for greater productivity across the team.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Enthusiastically answered questions regarding medications and side effects and printed out detailed information on pharmaceuticals for customers.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals for optimal patient care and coordinated drug therapy management.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Resolved insurance issues promptly by communicating with providers to secure timely coverage approvals or alternative options for patients.
- Developed strong relationships with patients creating a loyal client base resulting in repeat business.
- Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
Staff Pharmacist /Retail Pharmacy Manager
Winn Dixie Pharmacy
Meraux, LA And Covington LA
04.1998 - 04.2020
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient prescription processing and medication counseling.
- Enthusiastically answered questions regarding medications and side effects and printed out detailed information on pharmaceuticals for customers.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases
- Performed limited lab testing for patients.
- Provided medication therapy management to patients
- using Outcomes and Mirixa.
- Managed pharmacy inventory for optimal product availability and reduced waste.
- Improved pharmacy efficiency by training new staff pharmacists and pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and protocols.
- Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.
- Correctly completed pharmacy daily and weekly reports.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of pharmacy laws and guidelines.
- Reduced medication errors by conducting thorough quality assurance checks on all prescriptions filled.
Floater Pharmacist/ Staff Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Kmart Pharmacy
Floater For New Orleans/ Manager Of Maraux, La
08.1989 - 04.1998
- Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough medication counseling and addressing potential drug interactions.
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by streamlining the prescription filling process and optimizing workflow.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing a thorough double-check system for prescriptions filled by technicians.
- Increased patient satisfaction with personalized care and addressing individual concerns in a timely manner.
- Provided relief coverage at multiple locations within the organization, demonstrating adaptability while maintaining consistent quality of care across all sites.
- Developed a strong team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management strategies.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of pharmacy laws and guidelines.
- Boosted store profitability through strategic pricing adjustments and cost-control measures.
- Strengthened relationships with healthcare providers to facilitate seamless communication regarding patient medications and therapies.
- Addressed customer complaints or issues in a timely manner, demonstrating empathy and commitment to exceptional service standards.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of New Orleans/Xavier Pharmacy School
New Orleans, LA05.1989
Skills
- Customer Service and Communication Skill
- Retail pharmacy procedure knowledge
- Immunization Administration
- Patient Counseling
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Medication Dispensing
- Medication inventory management
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
Rodriguez Family Pharmacy
04.2021 - Current
Staff Pharmacist /Retail Pharmacy Manager
Winn Dixie Pharmacy
04.1998 - 04.2020
Floater Pharmacist/ Staff Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Kmart Pharmacy
08.1989 - 04.1998
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of New Orleans/Xavier Pharmacy School