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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateCandidate's Name , R.Ph.Street Address Red Oak DriveShawnee, Kansas Street Address
Home Phone PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEMobile Phone: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEWORK HISTORYMay, 2015 July, 2024 Home Care Clinical Pharmacist at Childrens Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, MOOversee and clinically manage infusion and injectable therapies for pediatric patients in the home care setting. Assist management of transition of care from referral to discharge, working collaboratively with multiple clinics, disciplines, nursing agencies, DME providers, etc.I have acted as the point person for referrals to home care, as well as the go-to person for multiple departments and agencies in the continuum of care while maintaining frequent contact with patients/caregivers. Provided clinical assessments and care planning to maintain readiness for inspections by the Joint Commission, as well as other governing bodies, while overseeing management, training and competencies of technicians and pharmacists. I have earned the honor of pharmacy employee of the month, pharmacy employee of the year, and Childrens Mercy Hospital employee of the month for the entire system of 8800+ employees. I was honored to present at the 2024 ASPEN meeting this year.January, 2015 May, 2015 Clinical Pharmacist at ARJ Infusion Services pharmacy, Lenexa, KS.Work with CPR+ software to manage all kinds of home care pharmacy services, with an emphasis on chronic conditions such as hemophilia and chronic immune disorders, managed by both IV immunoglobulin as well as subcutaneous therapy. Also work with traditional therapies such as antibiotic treatments, enzyme replacement therapies, etc. Familiarity with home infusion devices, including CADD Prizm, Bodyguard devices and elastomerics.September, 2011 December, 2014 Director of Pharmacy, MidAmerica Rehabilitation Hospital, Overland Prk, KSReduced inventory > 38% in first year and increased inventory turns to >6/year. ExpandedClinical program by adding vancomycin dosing program, while elevating services, accuracy and reliability of existing clinical offerings. Improved staff morale by developing departmentSet of Principles and increasing engagement and buy-in with regular monthly meetings.Improved teaming with other departments by developing family concept and developing a reward program for development of ideas to enhance patient care through interdepartmental cooperation. Successfully launched conversion from paper charting to implementation of Cerner Millenium software. Accomplished the most successful and smooth transition in HealthSouths history of 110 hospitals. Became a center of excellence for conversion training.February, 2011 September, 2011 Staff Pharmacist at MidAmerica Rehabilitation Hospital, Overland Park, KSLaunched and quickly established value of the evening shift and improved departmental efforts to begin patient medication reconciliation upon admission. Lead effort to focus on patients home medications brought into facility and assure they are returned upon discharge.September, 2007 to January, 2011 Director, Healthcare Policy and Advocacy, Centocor Ortho Biotech Services (J&J)Work with government payers in 4 state region to assure understanding of biologic therapies in the areas of oncology, nephrology, rheumatology, gastroenterology and dermatology. The non-biologic areas of mental health, cardiovascular services and orthopedics were added to duties in 2009, expanding responsibilities to include interactions with internal medicine physicians and various not-for-profit organizations.Act as a liaison between Federal and State Legislators and physician community to assure access to therapies.Support patient education activities of patient foundations representing oncology, nephrology, rheumatology, gastroenterology and dermatology.Finished first in accomplishments in the country in 2008, winning second Presidents Club award at Johnson & Johnson.March, 2005 September, 2007 Field Advocacy Manager & Government Accounts, Centocor (J&J)Work with Medicare and Medicaid payers in 5 state upper plains region to assure access to Remicade therapy for all FDA-approved indications. This involved relationships with Medical Directors and Pharmacy Administrators as well as P & T committee members.Worked closely with patient advocate societies such as the Arthritis Foundation, Crohns and Colitis Foundation, etc. to develop community advocates for current treatment of diseases.I also worked to develop professional societies, such as rheumatologist societies, gastroenterologist societies, and dermatologist societies within my territory to develop advocates. This position also involves engaging with elected officials at the state and national levels to educate and advocate for physician specialists and to develop relationships and understanding between practitioners and the political arena.May, 2000 March, 2005 Senior Area Business Specialist, Immunology Sales Unit, Centocor (J&J)Assess, Assist and Train office practices in the implementation and on-going evaluation of the in-office infusion process associated with Remicade. Work with local, regional and national payers to assure the understanding of the latest clinical data and FDA-approved indications for the use of Remicade. Present practice management seminars and training to physicians, nurses and office managers/billers to assure proper set up, coding and billing, and tracking of collections for Remicade in-office infusions. Act as resource to physicans offices and the sales team on matters related to reimbursement. Assist in sales pull-through.One of 6 to achieve senior status by meeting criteria that included business acumen, results,positive approach to interactions with internal and external customers, etc.Finished 2004 as the number one ABS for the Western Zone. Awarded Presidents Club entry, 2004.1999-2000 Vice President of Operations, Option Care of Kansas CityEvaluated operations then planned and implemented profitability plan for 3 1/2 year old operation than was floundering. I reduced staff while increasing employee morale and productivity, stabilized and reduced inventory while growing revenues, decreased days sales outstanding while managing increased sales and developed process to capture all revenues, developed and implemented quality assurance plan and customer satisfaction process with main driving focus on quality. Responsible for the management functions of 23 professional and clerical staff.1997-1999 Director of Pharmacy, Alternacare InfusionIncreased sales for home infusion products and services by directly marketing to hospital discharge coordinators and insurance and managed care companies. I developed and implemented a plan to prepare the facility for survey by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Received accreditation with commendation. I established clinical charting system and staff competency measures.1995-1997 District/Regional Infusion Manager, Apria HealthcareStandardized inventory and operational procedures following the merger of Homedco and Abbey that formed Apria.Assessed staffing levels and developed models for business operations generating more than $1 Million in revenues monthly.Designed and opened new operations, as well as closed non-producing operations.Directly managed 29 employees.1992-1995 Chief Pharmacist, Visiting Nurses Association of Greater Kansas CityOversaw day-to-day operation of largest infusion operation in the metropolitan area.Developed business and patient transition plan when operations were sold to Homedco.Managed a staff of 11 people.EDUCATION1977 B.S. Pharmacy, University of Illinois - ChicagoActive Pharmacist license holder in good standing in Missouri, Kansas and IllinoisI am a highly motivated, goal oriented team player with a long proven track record of success, regularly receiving accolades from patients, families, fellow employees, other health care providers and members of administration. I continue to be an asset to any organization.While at Childrens Mercy I received regular and continuous recognition for excellence and compassionate care, including multiple pharmacy employee of the month awards, pharmacy employee of the year recognition, accolades from various departments outside of pharmacy for consistently going above and beyond, being extraordinary every time, etc. I was voted hospital wide employee of the month from among more than 8800 employees and was awarded the hospital wide integrity recognition. Patients families consistently commented to management in various departments, including pharmacy and home care, about my excellent communication skills, clinical expertise, and compassionate care. |
