Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
Accomplishments
Volunteering
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Sara Gribbins, RPh

Columbus,IN

Summary

Highly organized and self-motivated Pharmacist offering 24 years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in creating and leading teams while collaborating with team members and clinic partners. Strong selling skills to develop and grow pharmacy accounts. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management, and healthcare administrators.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Director Community Pharmacy

Genoa Healthcare
05.2020 - Current
  • Developed key outside accounts to drive business growth.
  • Added 4 new accounts in 2023.
  • Managed specialty products to deliver top-notch patient and provider experience.
  • 340b Inventory Management and Audits.
  • Regional collaboration with pharmaceutical sales partners to grow specialty business, expand access, and reduce out of pocket cost for consumers.
  • Expanded partnership with onsite clinic partners.
  • Collaboration with site partner to successfully complete Prior Authorizations.
  • Pharmacist lead LAI administration with outside accounts.
  • Collaboration with local and national payers to increase access to specialty products.
  • Managed pharmacy operations and people leadership.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
  • Implemented Central Fill.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations

Manager of Local Specialty

Walgreens at Community Health Network
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Reorganization of Bedside Delivery at Community East Hospital.
  • Delivered weekly sales calls to specialists across Indiana to drive Specialty RX growth.
  • Provided significant counseling and ongoing support to patients starting specialty medications.
  • Grew specialty business 100% in first 12 months.
  • Advocated for patients specialty RX coverage and access.
  • 340b Inventory Management and Audits
  • Trained retail staff to provide additional specialty opportunities including HIV, Hepatitis B, Dermatology, Cardiology, and ID.
  • Trained staff to assist with Prior Authorizations.
  • Led and achieved URAC accreditation at Community East Walgreens.
  • Managed pharmacy and retail store, people development, and onsite hiring.
  • Collaboration with Community Hospital partner to expand services to hospital.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Travel Vaccine appointments.
  • Managed retail store and pharmacy business onsite.
  • Rotating residency site for Purdue University.
  • Pharmacy preceptor for Butler University.

Pharmacy Manager

Walgreens Pharmacy, Indiana
06.2014 - 02.2019
  • Redeveloped Franklin Walgreens Pharmacy to deliver top corporate and customer satisfaction results.
  • Pharmacy Manager ImPACT training facilitator.
  • Developed community relationships to expand off-site immunization clinics and community outreach.
  • New grad pharmacist trainer.
  • Pharmacy preceptor for Butler University.
  • Champion of Champions Award Winner for CARE 2018.
  • Exceeded company immunization goals.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration
  • Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage

Pharmacy Manager

Walgreens Pharmacy, Ohio
11.2009 - 06.2014
  • Community MTM Lead.
  • Developed relationship with Rocking Horse Community Health Center leading to 340B account.
  • Assisted as Regional Pharmacist Hiring Manager.
  • Pharmacist trainer for new grads.
  • Managed retail business exceeding corporate goals and patient satisfaction.
  • Hiring manager for technicians.
  • Created successful delivery service.
  • Top MTM gross in Dayton district 2013.
  • Cedarville University Preceptor of the Year 2012-2013.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.

Senior Sales Representative Neuroscience

Eli Lilly and Company
02.2007 - 10.2009
  • Launched Cymbalta for depression, pain, and anxiety.
  • Pain management certification training.
  • Developed key relationships with local thought leaders.
  • Managed local speaker.
  • Territory manager.
  • Cross functional education across treatment teams to deliver top sales results.
  • Strategic analysis and planning to drive sales results.
  • Excellent performance rating 2003-2009.
  • Brand leadership.
  • Manager interview participation.
  • Aviator Awards.

Neuroscience Representative

Eli Lilly And Company
07.2003 - 01.2007
  • Launched Symbyax to Primary Care
  • Assisted with Strattera launch as a secondary product
  • Expanded Zyprexa usage in Primary Care
  • Brought in top thought leaders to educate treatment teams and drive patient outcomes
  • Quarterly presentations to sales teams on scientific knowledge
  • Strategic analysis and planning to drive sales results
  • Strong business acumen
  • Directors Council for Ohio/West Virginia 2006
  • Rookie of the Year Award for top sales 2003.

Staff Pharmacist

Merck Medco
07.2001 - 07.2003
  • Participated in all staff RPh duties including order completion, DUR, professional review, and auditing.
  • Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
  • Appointed to Quality Council and Communication Committee.

Pharmacist

Staff Pharmacist, Walgreen Pharmacy
07.1999 - 07.2001
  • Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
  • Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
  • Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
  • Communicated issues and reactions to specific medications to intercept potential errors.

Pharmacy Intern

Walgreens Pharmacy
04.1997 - 07.1999
  • Performed all duties of pharmacy technician and intern including appropriate patient counseling.
  • Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and insurance information.
  • Provided friendly customer service at drop-off and pick-up counters.
  • Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
  • Counseled patients on new medications and OTC products.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Butler University
Indianapolis, IN
05.1999

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Pharmacy Operations Management
  • Hiring, Coaching and Mentoring
  • Medication Therapy Management
  • 340b Management and Audits
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Medication Dispensing and Immunizing
  • Sales Skills
  • Patient Counseling
  • Promotion of Health and Disease Prevention
  • Pharmacy Inventory and Recordkeeping
  • Customer Service and Communication Skills
  • Key Relationship Management

Certification

  • Licensed Pharmacist Indiana 2014-present
  • Licensed Pharmacist Ohio 1999-present
  • Mental Health First Aid 2021
  • Delivering Medication Management Therapy Management Services 2013
  • APhA Immunization Certificate 2009
  • CPR Certified 2009-present

Accomplishments

Champions of Champions CARE Award

Cedarville University College of Pharmacy Preceptor of the Year

Aviator Leadership Awards

Directors Council Ohio/West Virginia

Rookie of the Year Award for Top Sales

Volunteering

  • Columbus Express Soccer Club Board Member
  • Columbus Express Soccer Club Team Manager
  • St. Peter's Lutheran Church First Aid Attendant
  • St Peter's Lutheran School Cheerleading Coach
  • Lilly Day of Service Coordinator
  • Risen Christ Lutheran Church Board Member
  • Risen Christ Lutheran Church Preschool Teacher
  • Junior Service League
  • Newport Aquarium Scuba Volunteer

Timeline

Associate Director Community Pharmacy

Genoa Healthcare
05.2020 - Current

Manager of Local Specialty

Walgreens at Community Health Network
03.2019 - 04.2020

Pharmacy Manager

Walgreens Pharmacy, Indiana
06.2014 - 02.2019

Pharmacy Manager

Walgreens Pharmacy, Ohio
11.2009 - 06.2014

Senior Sales Representative Neuroscience

Eli Lilly and Company
02.2007 - 10.2009

Neuroscience Representative

Eli Lilly And Company
07.2003 - 01.2007

Staff Pharmacist

Merck Medco
07.2001 - 07.2003

Pharmacist

Staff Pharmacist, Walgreen Pharmacy
07.1999 - 07.2001

Pharmacy Intern

Walgreens Pharmacy
04.1997 - 07.1999

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Butler University

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