Whitney G. Bunion, PharmD, BCPS
Houston,Texas
Summary
Dedicated pharmacist with over thirteen years of diverse experience in institutional and managed care pharmacy settings. Recognized for a strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills that foster effective collaboration within interdisciplinary teams. Demonstrates outstanding verbal and written communication abilities, along with a detail-oriented approach to efficiently prioritize tasks. Highly motivated and consistently maintains a positive attitude, earning respect as a trusted resource in the healthcare environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist (Remote)
Florida Blue
Jacksonville, FL
10.2022 - 11.2025
- Researched and synthesized complex clinical, claims, and utilization data with a focus on specialty pharmacy to identify quality improvement opportunities, medical cost savings, and potential Fraud, Waste, and Abuse (FWA), generating actionable clinical recommendations for providers
- Collaborated with physicians and other prescribers by reviewing patient drug profiles to prevent adverse effects, ensure formulary compliance, and promote use of low-cost, high-quality generic alternatives when clinically appropriate
- Served as a liaison between Pharmacy, Care Management, and Facilitated Care Management teams, supporting pharmacy integration through best practices and process improvements to optimize member outcomes
- Partnered with Value-Based Provider groups to analyze drug utilization trends and deliver data-driven recommendations to support best practices and value-based care initiatives
- Supported members, care teams, and pharmacy clinical staff by coordinating with PBMs and retail pharmacies to resolve access barriers for specialty medications
- Acted as pharmacy subject matter expert on cross-functional projects, supporting internal stakeholders including care managers, case managers, special investigations, medical operations, and pharmacy operations
- Delivered internal and external provider education on pharmaceuticals, pharmacy programs, utilization management strategies, and clinical interventions
- Led and supported medical cost management, utilization management, and medication management initiatives, including implementation and adoption of new pharmacy programs, products, and services
- Analyzed pharmacy program utilization and produced estimated financial savings; collaborated with internal partners and actuarial teams to validate savings and ensure availability of data for trending and reporting
- Researched new drugs to market and developed recommendations for utilization management programs based on member utilization and clinical appropriateness
- Conducted comprehensive and targeted medication reviews to identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems for targeted member populations
- Supported pharmacy program compliance with Affordable Care Act (ACA) requirements
- Prepared clinical and operational presentations to support leadership and team initiatives
- Facilitated and led assigned projects to ensure successful execution, cross-team collaboration, and alignment between Product and Pharmacy teams
- Reviewed workflows, processes, and procedures to identify and implement process improvement opportunities
- Met regularly with PBM partners to coordinate workstreams, resolve issues, and support strategic pharmacy objectives
Pharmacist
Baptist Medical Center South
Jacksonville, Florida
04.2020 - 10.2022
- Reviewed and verified medication orders to identify, prevent, and resolve drug-related problems
- Supervised, trained, and supported pharmacy technicians to ensure safe and efficient medication distribution
- Provided comprehensive drug information and clinical support to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals
- Made evidence-based pharmacotherapy recommendations to optimize patient outcomes
- Recommended alternative therapies in accordance with hospital formulary guidelines
- Counseled patients and caregivers on medication use, side effects, and adherence
- Obtained and documented accurate medication histories in the electronic medical record
- Oriented and trained pharmacy students during clinical rotation experiences
- Attended and actively participated in departmental and clinical meetings
- Delivered clinical pharmacy services including IV-to-PO conversions, pharmacokineti dosing and monitoring, TPN management, duplicate therapy reviews, and renal dose adjustme
- Documented clinical interventions and outcomes in the electronic medical record
- Provided clinical pharmacist coverage for medical/surgical and progressive care inpatient units
- Completed final product verification prior to medication distribution
- Participated in cardiopulmonary resuscitation events and prepared/administered medications during Rapid Sequence Intubation
- Conducted monthly quality assurance audits of automated dispensing cabinets
- Reviewed medication histories to ensure compliance with Leapfrog Hospital Safety Standards
- Monitored prescribing of high-cost medications to ensure appropriate utilization per hospital clinical criteria
Pharmacist
Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, Florida
07.2013 - 04.2020
- Verified medication orders for accuracy, completeness, and clinical appropriateness prior to dispensing.
- Provided comprehensive clinical pharmacy services across inpatient units including medical-surgical, cardiovascular progressive care and ICU, post-orthopedic surgery, bariatrics, neurology, and post-neurosurgery units.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals to optimize medication therapy.
- Delivered evidence-based medication therapy recommendations, including renal dose adjustments, duplicate therapy review, and QT prolongation risk assessment.
- Performed clinical services such as IV-to-PO conversions, pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring, total parenteral nutrition (TPN) management, and pain management support.
- Provided medication counseling to patients and caregivers to improve adherence, safety, and therapeutic outcomes.
- Served as a drug information resource, providing clinical guidance and in-service education to physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals.
- Supported outpatient clinical services, including the Heart Failure Clinic at Baptist Heart Specialists and the AgeWell Clinic.
- Assisted with medication history documentation and created a pharmacy staff guide to improve accuracy and consistency.
- Supervised, trained, and mentored pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, and residents during orientation and rotational experiences.
- Led pharmacy team huddles and facilitated monthly central pharmacist meetings to enhance communication and workflow efficiency.
- Participated in Joint Commission readiness activities and departmental meetings to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Completed monthly quality assurance audits for automated dispensing cabinets and medication management audits for pre-operative holding and post-anesthesia care units.
- Contributed to Internal Medicine work group projects and assisted with the development and review of clinical protocols and power plans, including those for the Clinical Decision Unit (CDU).
- Participated in the implementation of daily interdisciplinary rounds on a medical-surgical nursing unit.
- Documented clinical interventions to support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Post Graduate Pharmacy Practice Resident PGY1
Wolfson Children's Hospital/Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, Florida
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Developed pharmaceutical care skills across multiple subspecialty rotations, including internal medicine, cardiology, critical care, emergency medicine, psychiatry, pediatrics, neurology, and drug information.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds and provided evidence-based medication therapy recommendations to health care providers.
- Verified medication orders for accuracy and clinical appropriateness.
- Delivered drug information and medication counseling to health care professionals, patients, and caregivers.
- Performed clinical services including IV-to-PO conversion, pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring, TPN management, duplicate therapy review, and renal dose adjustments.
- Documented clinical interventions and contributed to quality and safety initiatives.
- Participated in Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee activities, formulary review of ophthalmic products, and an IVIG DUE/MUE.
- Assisted with annual medication inventory management.
Education
ASHP Accredited Post Graduate Pharmacy Practice Residency PGY1 -
Wolfson Children's Hospital/Baptist Medical Center
Jacksonville, Florida06.2013
Doctor of Pharmacy (cum Laude) -
Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University
Tallahassee, Florida04.2012
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Adverse drug reaction monitoring
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Provider and Nurse Education
- Data Analysis
- Quality improvement
- Pharmacotherapy optimization
- Specialty pharmacy
- Coverage Policy Interpretation
- Project Management
- Patient care optimization
- Drug utilization review
Certification
- Registered Pharmacist Florida Board of Pharmacy August 2012 - Present
- Registered Pharmacist Texas Board of Pharmacy October 2025 - Present
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) July 2017 – Present
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist (Remote)
Florida Blue
10.2022 - 11.2025
Pharmacist
Baptist Medical Center South
04.2020 - 10.2022
Pharmacist
Baptist Medical Center
07.2013 - 04.2020
Post Graduate Pharmacy Practice Resident PGY1
Wolfson Children's Hospital/Baptist Medical Center
06.2012 - 06.2013
ASHP Accredited Post Graduate Pharmacy Practice Residency PGY1 -
Wolfson Children's Hospital/Baptist Medical Center
Doctor of Pharmacy (cum Laude) -
Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University