Uju Ejiofor
West Orange,NJ
Summary
Experienced Pharmacist with over over 20 years working in diverse retail and hospital platforms. Skilled at analyzing doctor notes and prescriptions to ensure timely and effective processing of orders. Strongly committed to regulatory compliance and data accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Staff Pharmacist, Full Time
Newark Beth Isreal Hospital
Newark, NJ
11.2018 - Current
- Instructed medical staff on appropriate use of medications and therapeutic alternatives.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding formulary management decisions based on evidence-based medicine principles.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, forms, protocols, and standards related to pharmacy practice.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff providing information about pharmacological agents used in patient care.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, allergies, contraindications, therapeutic duplications and interactions.
- Prepared sterile products including total parenteral nutrition admixtures according to USP 797 guidelines.
- Advised healthcare providers on formulary compliance issues relative to prescribing habits.
- Monitored patient profiles for potential interactions or adverse reactions to medications.
- Managed inventory control systems to ensure availability of necessary drugs while minimizing waste.
- Maintained an awareness of current trends in pharmaceuticals through reading professional journals and attending continuing education seminars.
- Evaluated outcomes of therapy by reviewing laboratory results and patient response to therapy.
- Performed comprehensive medication reconciliation at admission, discharge, transfer points within the facility.
- Conducted drug utilization reviews with emphasis on patient safety and cost savings.
- Provided educational sessions to nurses and other healthcare professionals on various pharmacology topics.
- Generated reports summarizing data from drug utilization reviews for presentation at interdisciplinary meetings.
- Communicated effectively with all members of the healthcare team regarding changes in medication regimens or new treatments options.
- Worked with healthcare team to improve patient care through medication use.
- Instructed physicians on correct medication dosages.
- Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers.
- Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
- Oversaw and monitored dispensation of controlled substances according to regulatory requirements.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Prepared medications based on physician orders.
- Stocked, labeled and delivered medications to patients and caregivers.
- Dispensed drugs in hospital environments.
- Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
Retail Staff Pharmacist, Full Time
Rite Aid Pharmacy
Newark, NJ
03.2016 - 05.2019
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay abreast of current trends in the field of pharmacy.
- Developed strategies for improving workflow efficiency within the pharmacy department.
- Served as a resource for pharmacy technicians regarding drug information questions or inquiries from customers or other healthcare professionals.
- Identified potential drug interactions and allergies that may occur based on patient's medical history.
- Communicated with insurance companies to determine coverage eligibility and obtain prior authorizations when necessary.
- Reviewed third party claims to ensure accuracy prior to submitting them for payment.
- Ordered medications as needed for inventory control purposes.
- Resolved discrepancies between billing systems for accuracy of product pricing.
- Counseled and advised patients on treatment options.
- Administered flu and Pnuemonia immunizations.
- Answered patient questions and data requests.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Benin
Benin City , Nigeria10-2002
Skills
- Patient Counseling
- Sterile Technique
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Immunization Administration
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Clinical Documentation
- Treatment Monitoring
Accomplishments
- Top 5 pharmacist in order verification in RWJBH systems
- Outstanding Pharmacist in patient satisfaction at Rite Aid.
- Top Immunizer for year 2017, Rite Aid
Languages
English
Professional
igbo
Professional
Certification
- Immunization
- Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Certification.
- Board of Pharmacy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Staff Pharmacist, Full Time
Newark Beth Isreal Hospital
11.2018 - Current
Retail Staff Pharmacist, Full Time
Rite Aid Pharmacy
03.2016 - 05.2019
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Shenandoah University
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Benin
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