Rolan Shlain
Clinical Pharmacist
New York,NY
Summary
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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Community Pharmacist
Community Pharmacy
New York, NY
4 2008 - Current
- Supervision of 1-10 employees
- Provided exceptional pharmaceutical care for patients
- Maintained client's overhead by maintaining positive rapport with multiple wholesalers through effective communication
- Supervised pharmacists, technicians, and sales clerks through motivation and promotion
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to optimize operations and deliver outstanding patient care experiences.
- Improved patient medication adherence by providing comprehensive counseling and follow-up consultations.
- Assisted patients with over-the-counter medication recommendations and responded to questions concerning drug interactions
Travel COVID-19 Pharmacist
Execusearch Group
Oceanside, NY
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Supervision of 10-20 employees
- Record keeping of all internal pharmacy data and pharmacy related incident reports for assigned sites
- Reporting of pharmacy metrics including, but not limited to, daily, monthly, and quarterly, and ad hoc requests
- Trained incoming Clinical Staff (Pharmacists and Technicians)
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Served as liaison between pharmacy department and other healthcare professionals, facilitating communication regarding patient care plans.
Hospital Pharmacist
Interfaith Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders.
- Dispensed and procured medicinal products and supplies used in hospital.
- Responded to queries regarding dosages, indications and drug availability.
- Handled stock and order supplies of medicines and drugs for 287 bed facility.
- Developed effective relationships with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal communication and collaboration in patient care.
- Actively participated in hospital committees focused on enhancing patient safety through continuous performance improvement efforts.
- Optimized drug therapy outcomes for patients by providing comprehensive medication management services.
Managed Care Pharmacist
VNS CHOICE Health Plan
New York, NY
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Participated in decision-making process for Prior Authorization and Grievances and Appeals processes related to pharmacy claims
- Managed over 50 denied Prior Authorization requests per day that were performed by pharmacists.
- Participated in multidisciplinary clinical rounds by working up members' medications for potential medication related issues and served as medical management expert for other members of the team.
- Improved medication adherence rates by conducting patient counseling sessions and follow-ups.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive medication management plans.
- Served as preceptor for pharmacy students, mentoring them during their clinical rotations and fostering professional growth.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations, maintaining thorough understanding of evolving legislation impacting pharmacy services.
- Reviewed prescription claims data regularly identifying trends indicating over-utilization or inappropriate prescribing patterns.
- Participated in weekly formulary management meetings, assisting in selection of preferred medications based on efficacy, safety, and cost considerations.
- Reviewed prior authorization requests for specialty medications, ensuring appropriate criteria were met before approval or denial decisions were made.
Consultant Pharmacist
Dovetail Health
New York, NY
12.2013 - 12.2014
- Provided 3 to 5 face to face medication therapy management and consulting services per day for high risk patients for hospital readmission.
- Improved patient adherence to medications through personalized counseling and education sessions on proper use and potential side effects.
- Minimized medication errors by designing comprehensive policies for safe prescribing practices.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers through consistent communication and collaboration on treatment plans.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple medications or medical conditions by collaborating closely with healthcare teams to tailor treatment plans for individual patient needs.
Managed Care Pharmacist
Fidelis Care
Queens, NY
4 2012 - 11.2013
- Reviewed 80 prior authorization requests per day for specialty medications, ensuring appropriate criteria were met before approval or denial decisions were made.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize drug therapy for improved patient care.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings, providing valuable insights on patient-specific pharmaceutical care needs.
- Served as preceptor for pharmacy students, mentoring them during their clinical rotations and fostering professional growth.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive medication management plans.
- Optimized drug utilization by initiating step therapy protocols aimed at promoting cost-effective alternatives when applicable.
- Participated in formulary management, assisting in selection of preferred medications based on efficacy, safety, and cost considerations.
- Reviewed prescription claims data regularly identifying trends indicating over-utilization or inappropriate prescribing patterns.
Hospital Pharmacist
Peninsula Hospital
Far Rockaway, NY
06.2010 - 04.2012
- Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders.
- Dispensed and procured medicinal products and supplies used in 200 bed hospital.
- Responded to queries regarding dosages, indications and drug availability.
- Verified safe and secure storage of medicines and hospital supplies to minimize loss and accidents.
- Developed effective relationships with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal communication and collaboration in patient care.
- Maintained patient and medication records in compliance with government regulations and department policies and procedures.
- Maintained strict compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to hospital pharmacy practice.
Education
Master of Science -
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine - New York
New York, NY 05.2020 - 12.2023
PharmD -
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY 09.2002 - 01.2007
BS Pharmacology -
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 08.1999 - 06.2002
High School Diploma -
Midwood High School
Brooklyn, NY 09.1996 - 06.1999
Skills
Healthcare Analytics
Medicare Part D Knowledge
Formulary management
Quality Assurance
Drug utilization review
Data Tracking
Transition of care understanding
Utilization review
Medication Therapy Management
Medication Therapy Management
Quality Improvement
Patient Counseling
Work Availability
monday
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saturday
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morning
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evening
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Master of Science -
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine - New York
05.2020 - 12.2023
Travel COVID-19 Pharmacist
Execusearch Group
03.2020 - 09.2021
Hospital Pharmacist
Interfaith Medical Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
Managed Care Pharmacist
VNS CHOICE Health Plan
01.2015 - 12.2016
Consultant Pharmacist
Dovetail Health
12.2013 - 12.2014
Hospital Pharmacist
Peninsula Hospital
06.2010 - 04.2012
PharmD -
Long Island University
09.2002 - 01.2007
BS Pharmacology -
Stony Brook University
08.1999 - 06.2002
High School Diploma -
Midwood High School
09.1996 - 06.1999
Community Pharmacist
Community Pharmacy
4 2008 - Current
Managed Care Pharmacist
Fidelis Care
4 2012 - 11.2013