Sandra Brand-Dozier
New Albany,MS
Summary
Dynamic pharmacy professional with expertise in medication dispensing, drug utilization review, and pharmacy automation systems. Committed to enhancing patient care through effective collaboration and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
Progressive Healthcare Services
Houston, MS
03.2026 - Current
- Dispensed medications accurately following safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of essential medications and supplies.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care plans and medication therapies.
Director of Pharmacy Services
Trace Regional Hospital
Houston, MS
2014 - 2021
- Mentored pharmacy staff, fostering professional development and adherence to clinical guidelines.
- Analyzed medication usage patterns to identify opportunities for cost-saving measures and formulary adjustments.
- Spearheaded quality improvement projects that enhanced operational workflows within pharmacy services.
Staff Pharmacist
Fred's Pharmacy
Houston, MS, Vardaman MS, Macon MS, Calhoun City,
2013 - 2014
- Provided patient counseling on medication usage, side effects, and interactions.
- Conducted medication therapy management reviews to enhance patient outcomes.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to maintain compliance with pharmacy standards.
Director of Pharmacy Services
Trace Regional Hospital
Houston, MS
2010 - 2013
- Led pharmacy operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance medication management and patient safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize pharmaceutical care delivery and improve patient outcomes.
- Oversaw budget management for pharmacy services, ensuring financial efficiency and resource allocation.
Staff Pharmacist
River Oaks Hospital Systems
Jackson, MS
2007 - 2010
- Utilized pharmacy management software for prescription processing and record keeping.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
Staff Pharmacist
Institutional Pharmacy
Jackson, MS
2005 - 2010
- Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
- Dispensed medications accurately following safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of essential medications and supplies.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient care plans and medication therapies.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Ensured consistent delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical services through adherence to established standards and guidelines.
Director of Pharmacy Services
Hancock Medical Center
Bay St, Louis, MS
1998 - 2005
- Launched successful pharmacist-led clinical services, enhancing the level of expertise on offer to patients.
- Improved pharmacy efficiency by streamlining workflows and optimizing staff schedules.
- Oversaw regulatory compliance, ensuring all aspects of pharmacy practice adhered to state and federal guidelines.
- Conducted regular audits of medication storage facilities, maintaining optimal conditions for pharmaceutical inventory preservation.
- Enhanced collaborative relationships between pharmacists and prescribing physicians through open communication channels leading to improved patient care coordination.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring adequate funding for pharmaceutical supplies and departmental operations.
- Recruited trained, and mentored a high-performing team of pharmacists and support staff.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Led efforts in securing accreditation from relevant governing bodies, reflecting excellence in organizational practices and service delivery within the pharmacy department.
- Optimized inventory management systems ensuring appropriate stock levels are maintained at all times.
Staff Pharmacist
Grenada Lake Medical Center
Grenada, MS
1992 - 1998
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
- Provided comprehensive staff support during peak hours, effectively managing increased workload without compromising quality of service or patient safety.
- Maintained state and federal records of legendary drugs and controlled substances.
- Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure.
- Properly compounded and dispensed medications as prescribed by doctors and dentists.
- Implemented best practices for safe medication storage and disposal, maintaining a compliant and organized pharmacy environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Mississippi
University, MS05-1991
Skills
- Drug utilization review
- Medication dispensing
- Pharmacy automation systems
- Immunization administration
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
Progressive Healthcare Services
03.2026 - Current
Director of Pharmacy Services
Trace Regional Hospital
2014 - 2021
Staff Pharmacist
Fred's Pharmacy
2013 - 2014
Director of Pharmacy Services
Trace Regional Hospital
2010 - 2013
Staff Pharmacist
River Oaks Hospital Systems
2007 - 2010
Staff Pharmacist
Institutional Pharmacy
2005 - 2010
Director of Pharmacy Services
Hancock Medical Center
1998 - 2005
Staff Pharmacist
Grenada Lake Medical Center
1992 - 1998
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Mississippi