Vanessa Cutright
Pharmacist/Real Estate Agent(Inactive)
Ocala,FL
Summary
Experienced Pharmacist with over 28 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.
Dedicated Retail Pharmacist skilled at assisting and instructing customers in proper use of medications used to treat acute and chronic medical problems. Excellent interpersonal, communication and training skills developed over 28 years of progressive experience. Well-versed in pharmacy standards and pharmacy regulations.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist
Sam's Club, Walmart
Lady Lake, FL
05.2011 - Current
- Maintained records of patient profiles, including drug allergies, medications and medical histories.
- Provided medication counseling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
- Performed administrative duties such as updating patient information or submitting insurance claims forms.
- Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
- Monitored current literature sources to keep informed about new developments in pharmacy practice and the pharmaceutical industry.
- Collaborated with medical staff concerning drug selection, dosing regimens, adverse reactions and interactions and therapeutic effectiveness.
- Advised customers on non-prescription medications such as over-the-counter drugs, herbals and nutritional supplements.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on advances in pharmacology.
- Analyzed physician's medication orders for correctness according to policy guidelines.
- Checked prescriptions for proper contents and labeling.
- Consulted with patients to explain medication use, side effects and dosage directions as prescribed.
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
- Recommended over-the-counter medications for patients after assessing symptoms.
- Communicated with member physicians to prevent harmful drug reactions, therapy duplications and allergic reactions.
- Promoted health and well-being of patients by administering flu immunizations.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Counseled patients on drug therapies to ensure proper intakes.
- Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of drug packaging and labeling.
- Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
- Detected and reported therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Maintained confidential financial and patient information to reduce risk of data breaches.
- Secured drugs against theft, loss or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
- Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
- Increased focus on pharmacy's encompassing health services by administering immunizations and delivering patient consultations.
Retail Pharmacy Manager
Wal-Mart Supercenter
Ocala, FL
06.1995 - 01.2010
- Developed strategies to increase customer loyalty and satisfaction.
- Created schedules for pharmacy staff to ensure adequate coverage.
- Oversaw the hiring and training of new pharmacy employees.
- Managed financial operations such as budgeting, accounts receivable and payable, and payroll processing.
- Analyzed monthly sales reports to identify areas of improvement in service or product offerings.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Ensured proper maintenance of pharmacy equipment and supplies.
- Implemented policies and procedures related to medication storage, security, record-keeping, sanitation.
- Provided guidance on drug interactions, side effects, dosage information.
- Evaluated performance of pharmacy staff members regularly through feedback sessions.
- Supervised daily operations at the retail pharmacy counter.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries about medications or health care products.
- Ordered inventory on weekly basis to meet anticipated demand and reduce backorders.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired technicians.
- Managed weekly schedules and requests for leave.
- Oversaw work activities, performance and service quality of pharmacy staff.
- Checked accuracy and productivity in performance of operational activities to maintain active pace of pharmacy.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Assessed safety procedures and federal regulations to maintain pharmacy compliance.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers.
- Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.
- Secured drugs against theft, loss or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Ordered supplies needed for pharmacy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
- Improved organization and supply management policies for medicines and materials.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.1995
Skills
- Verifying Inventory
- Controlled Drug Logging
- Interpreting Orders
- Vaccination Administration
- Patient Education
- Drug Interaction Understanding
- Immunization Administration
- Regulatory Compliance
- Administering Vaccines
- Supervising Technicians
- Medication Dispensing
- Dosing Recommendations
- Safety Awareness
- Drug Security
- Patient Reaction Monitoring
- FDA Drug Safety Guidelines
- Educating Patients
- Company Policy Compliance
- Loss Prevention
- Documentation Skills
- OTC Recommendations
- Resolving Complaints
- Verifying Orders
- Patient Education and Counseling
Accomplishments
Pharmacy manager of the year during Wal-Mart employment
Certification
- Certified to administer immunizations
- Basic life support training
- Licensed Real Estate Agent - [Inactive]
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteOn-SiteHybridWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
"We don't forgive people because they deserve it. We forgive them because they need it, because we need it. We ALL need it."
Janis Joplin
Timeline
Pharmacist
Sam's Club, Walmart
05.2011 - Current
Retail Pharmacy Manager
Wal-Mart Supercenter
06.1995 - 01.2010
Doctor of Pharmacy -
University of Florida
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