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Work History
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Yvonne Fornishi

Odenton,MD

Summary

Dedicated pharmacist with several years of experience in reviewing prescriptions to processing and dispensing medications. Talented in coordinating with pharmacy staff to prioritize urgent requests while simultaneously driving accuracy, safety and confidentiality of patient information. Advanced communicator amongst staff, numerous patients, administrators and other healthcare professionals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Pharmacy
Odenton, MD
04.2024 - Current
  • Maintain accurate records of patient profiles, medications, and inventories within the documented deadlines.
  • Manage the filling and dispensing of prescriptions in accordance with established company policies and procedures.
  • Provide medication counseling and medical information to patients on proper use, safety and side effects, and also potential drug interactions.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care outcomes.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and provide recommendations for optimal pharmacotherapy regimens.
  • Accurately document and report adverse events, special situations, and product complaints in a clear and concise manner while following state and federal regulations.

Staff Pharmacist

Walgreen's Pharmacy
Odenton, MD
11.2018 - 03.2024
  • 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.
  • Monitored current literature sources to keep informed about new developments in pharmacy practice and the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Optimized workflow processes for faster prescription filling, resulting in improved patient satisfaction levels
  • Documented all patient inquiries in an accurate, comprehensive, and timely manner within the company's inquiry handling systems.

Consultant Pharmacist

African American Health Program
Silver Spring, MD
01.2018 - 12.2021
  • Evaluated patient medication profiles and provided recommendations to physicians.
  • Monitored drug therapy regimens for effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Provided comprehensive medication reviews in accordance with state laws and regulations.
  • Conducted home visits to assess patients' medication use, adherence, and overall health status.
  • Counseled patients on proper usage of their medications, including side effects and interactions.
  • Developed educational materials about the safe use of prescription drugs for distribution to patients and families.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal pharmacotherapy outcomes for each patient.
  • Communicated directly with pharmacists at retail pharmacies regarding patient needs and concerns regarding prescribed medications.
  • Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.

Pharmacy Manager

Rite Aid Pharmacy
Cumberland, MD
06.2016 - 11.2018
  • Managed daily operations of the pharmacy, including staffing, scheduling and inventory control.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding the dispensing of medications.
  • Supervised and provided guidance to pharmacy technicians in the preparation and distribution of medication orders.
  • Provided professional consultation services on drug therapy options for patients.
  • Evaluated new products or services offered by vendors as potential cost savings measures.
  • Promoted health education programs within the community through public speaking engagements at local schools or businesses.
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between staff members in a professional manner.

Education

PharmD - Pharmacy

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Boston, MA
05-2014

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Coppin State University
Baltimore, MD
05-2011

Skills

  • Customer counseling
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Immunization Administration
  • Recall monitoring
  • Patient Education
  • Overseeing pharmacy operations
  • Drug utilization review
  • Medication safety
  • Medication Therapy Management
  • Pharmacy operations management
  • Training and mentoring
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Professional ethics
  • Diabetes management
  • Confidentiality requirements

Certification

  • Maryland Board of Pharmacy License
  • Pharmacy-based Immunization Delivery Certificate AHA's
  • BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED)
  • Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Certificate

Languages

French
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Member of the Cameroon Pharmacist Association (CAMPHA-USA)
  • Member of the American Pharmacist Association (APHA)
  • Treasurer of Saint Bede's College Ashing Kom (SABESA USA/CANADA)
  • Secretary of Akum Cultural Association (ACA-DMV)
  • Secretary of Akum Cultural Association (ACA-USA)

Timeline

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Pharmacy
04.2024 - Current

Staff Pharmacist

Walgreen's Pharmacy
11.2018 - 03.2024

Consultant Pharmacist

African American Health Program
01.2018 - 12.2021

Pharmacy Manager

Rite Aid Pharmacy
06.2016 - 11.2018

PharmD - Pharmacy

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Coppin State University

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