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PharmD, BCACP, BCGPClinical SpecialistEMAIL AVAILABLE  PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLELinkedIn  Edgewater, MD Street Address
SummaryAccomplished professional with extensive experience providing comprehensive patient care by interpreting symptoms, delivering immediate treatment plans, as well as referring to suitable physicians when required.Qualifications SummaryAdept at delivering effective clinical services with a keen focus on ensuring medication and patient safety.Skilled in managing medical services, such as adjusting blood thinners; Excel at monitoring and adjusting warfarin dosing.Expert at maintaining records of patient history and all activities regarding heavy medication in an accurate manner.Instrumental in checking side effects of medications, while overseeing medication reconciliation going over all medications with patient.Career ExperienceBaltimore Washington Medical Center, Glen Burnie, MDClinical Specialist, Ambulatory Care, Anticoagulation Clinic 2012 PresentPerformed all clinical duties with a keen focus on ensuring operational excellence. Coordinated bridge therapy activities to minimize patients' risk for developing blood clots. Delivered excellent healthcare before surgical operations to increase surgery success.Independently analyze test results and create a drug sustainment plan to help patients stay in their International Normalized Ratio (INR) is achieved and maintainedPrepare and review written reports for all patientsPrepare and provide quarterly reports to upper management: including financials, TTR (time in therapeutic range), total number of visits (initial/recurring/telehealth), and number of days seen after dischargePrepared a monthly report of random chart audits to discuss possible errors and improvementsDecrease patients stay duration within hospital by initiating warfarin bridging and monitoring/adjusting warfarin levels.Reduce readmission rates by monitoring and advising patients regarding anticoagulation therapy side effects.Developed a desk side handbook which provides a detailed version of anticoagulation pharmacist functions to provide a resource for on-boarding new hires, residents, and students as well as resource for current staffCreated standardized forms for procedures to prevent transcription errorsAnalyzing patients medication records including medication reconciliation, and appropriate use of medications (dose and indication)Oversee and manage staff on a daily basis including pharmacists, residents, students, technicians, and front desk staffBaltimore Washington Medical Center, Glen Burnie, MDClinical Specialist, Ambulatory Care, Transitional Care Center 2015 2017Oversee all aspects of medication reconciliation, medication therapy management, and therapeutic substitutions. Deliver medication information to patients and their representatives in a professional manner. Conduct comprehensive data assessments to facilitate clinical decision making. Monitor all operations while ensuring and increasing safety and efficacy. Manage patient assistance programs in accordance with organizational policies. Address drug information questions by leveraging strong clinical knowledge.Reduced readmissions in hospital by performing in-depth medication reviews with patients.Ensured occurrence of zero barriers throughout medication processes, such as cost and accessibility.Conducted weekly follow up calls to maintain delivery of proper medication to patients.Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Glen Burnie, MDStaff Pharmacist, Inpatient 2011-2012Managed all facets of clinical activities, including anticoagulation, pharmacokinetics (vancomycin/aminoglycosides), renal dose adjustment, chemotherapy dosing, pediatric dosing, and IV to PO substitution. Performed various general tasks, such as order entry and verification, unit dose dispensing, IV and chemotherapy compounding, technician oversight, Pyxis chart checks, as well as anesthesia and code cart checks. Communicated with healthcare providers to support clinical functions.Increased medication safety by implementing effective medical plans.oReviewing and checking for appropriateness of medications in terms of drug, indication, dosing, duration, and therapeutic duplicationDevelop and promote collaborative and collegial relationships with nurses, physicians, and interdepartmental personnel as they relate to the pharmaceutical care of patients.Supervise and verify accuracy of all work performed by pharmacy technicians and resolve problems as they arise.Rite-Aid, Annapolis, MDStaff Pharmacist 2011Crafted and prepared numerous prescriptions in an accurate way. Conducted in-depth inspections for drug interactions and dose examination. Supervised top-performing technicians to drive clinical functions seamlessly. Managed and maintained optimal inventory levels. Administered all vaccination tasks in a timely manner.Provided exceptional counselling to patients regarding prescription, counter medications, and proper use of medications.Supervise and verify accuracy of all work performed by pharmacy technicians and resolve problems as they arise.Additional Experience as Assistant Clinical Professor at University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy.EducationDoctor of Pharmacy (magna cum laude)University of Maryland, School of Pharmacy, Baltimore, MDBachelor of Science in Healthcare Management (Minor in Business Administration)Towson University, Towson, MDLicenses & CertificationsMaryland State Board Registered PharmacistBoard Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist, Board of Pharmacy SpecialtiesBoard Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, Board of Pharmacy SpecialtiesProfessional DevelopmentMedication Safety Certificate, ASHPDiabetes Management Certificate Program, University of Southern IndianaAnticoagulation Therapy Management Program, University of Southern IndianaPharmacy Based Immunization Delivery, American Pharmacists AssociationHealthcare Provider CPR, American Heart AssociationAffiliationsMember of Upsilon Phi Delta Health Care Management SocietyMember of The Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society Omicron ChapterTechnical ProficienciesProficient in: Epic, Cerner/PowerChart, Alere CoagClinic by Standing Stone, Microsoft Office