SHANNON HAMMER-RAKOFSKY
Summary
Motivated pharmacist with diverse experience in clinical, specialty, mail order, and retail settings. Proven expertise in optimizing therapeutic outcomes through detailed clinical reviews and effective problem-solving skills. Demonstrates adaptability and a strong work ethic, contributing to both individual and team success while driving company objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LEAD CLINICAL PHARMACIST
ELMCRx Solutions
05.2021 - Current
- Complete prior authorizations for specialty and non-specialty medications, cost overrides, and medical reviews for IV infusion medications.
- Execute therapy changes to formulary alternatives and biosimilars.
- Train pharmacists and technicians in clinical review processes to enhance efficiency.
- Audit various PBM prior authorizations to ensure compliance and accuracy.
PHARMACIST
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
11.2015 - 12.2025
- Verified and dispensed multiple forms of adherence packaging using automated systems in high-volume central fill servicing over 30 pharmacies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create tailored patient care plans.
- Trained pharmacy associates to enhance skills and improve job performance.
- Remained a per diem employee after leaving full-time position
CLINICAL PHARMACIST
United Health Care/Optum
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Conducted telephonic outreach on medication adherence, enhancing health quality outcomes for patients.
- Optimized pharmacy therapy through proactive telephonic engagement with providers and pharmacies, improving patient care coordination.
- Completed comprehensive medication reviews of prescription and non-prescription medications, focusing on patient assessment and counseling, ensuring safe and effective medication use, and identifying potential drug interactions.
CLINICAL PHARMACIST
Liver Institute of South Florida at AHF
02.2016 - 12.2017
- Delivered clinical services within a multidisciplinary team for Hepatitis and HIV patient care.
- Coordinated medication treatment options, ensuring avoidance of antiviral interactions.
- Managed patient counseling, laboratory orders, insurance prior authorizations, appeals, and patient assistance programs.
CLINICAL PHARMACIST
Commcare Specialty Pharmacy
11.2013 - 09.2015
- Oversaw pediatric growth hormone and autoimmune clinical management programs (rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, Crohn's disease, and multiple sclerosis) to enhance patient outcomes.
- Performed comprehensive medication reviews, provided patient outreach counseling, delivered injection training, managed side effects, and assessed outcomes to support patient health.
- Dispensed specialty products for oncology, transplant, autoimmune diseases, hepatitis, and HIV to ensure optimal patient care.
PHARMACY MANAGER
Publix Pharmacy #0715
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Directed daily operations for retail pharmacy, overseeing hiring, training, supervision of staff, inventory control, and compliance to meet performance goals.
- Executed medication therapy management program to optimize patient medication use.
- Administered vaccines to patients in a clinical setting, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Guided pharmacy interns as preceptor, facilitating their practical training and professional growth.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FLBachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NHSkills
- Prior authorization processing
- Pharmacy benefit management
- Clinical care coordination
- Training and development
- Pharmacy operations management
Credentials
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS)
- Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (BCGP)
- American Academy of HIV Medicine Pharmacist
- Certified Immunizer
Certification
- PHARMACIST, Florida, PS42791
- CONSULTANT, Florida, PU7641
- PHARMACIST, South Carolina, 12238
Timeline
LEAD CLINICAL PHARMACIST
ELMCRx Solutions
05.2021 - Current
CLINICAL PHARMACIST
United Health Care/Optum
01.2021 - 04.2021
CLINICAL PHARMACIST
Liver Institute of South Florida at AHF
02.2016 - 12.2017
PHARMACIST
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
11.2015 - 12.2025
CLINICAL PHARMACIST
Commcare Specialty Pharmacy
11.2013 - 09.2015
PHARMACY MANAGER
Publix Pharmacy #0715
01.2008 - 01.2015
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Hampshire