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Amanda Combes

Noblesville

Summary

Dedicated Doctor of Pharmacy with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best meet company visions while providing exceptional patient care and service.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Pharmacy Manager-Operations

Pure Pharmacy
10.2023 - Current
  • Supervised pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
  • Analyzed workflow processes, identifying areas for improvement and increasing operational efficiency.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support staff development initiatives.
  • Led team meetings to discuss operational goals, address challenges, and promote a collaborative work environment.
  • Promoted pharmacy services to patients and medical providers.
  • Streamlined pharmacy operations for increased efficiency through effective inventory management and staff scheduling.
  • Trained new pharmacy team members on proper procedures and company policies, ensuring consistent quality of service.
  • Developed positive relationships with both customers and colleagues fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Optimized workflow processes to reduce wait times for patients while maintaining accuracy in dispensing medications.
  • Oversaw orders and shipments as scheduled.
  • Maintained smooth day-to-day operations of order entry, dispensing, paying, shipping and packing departments.
  • Implemented new customer service policies to maximize satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Monitored and managed staff pharmacist performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with the Innovations Team to expand medication options and grow the formulary.
  • Tested and researched shipping options to maximize safety and cost, resulting in significant savings for the company.
  • Handled both prescriber and patient concerns to ensure satisfactions and maintain positive relationships.

Staff Pharmacist-PRN

Pharmscript Pharmacy
08.2023 - Current
  • Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
  • Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
  • Complete pre-verification of long term care and hospice orders.
  • Maintain a high level of performance to ensure timely execution of on-site orders.
  • Collaborate with fellow staff pharmacists to prioritize workflow throughout the day.

Staff Pharmacist

CVS SimpleDose Pharmacy
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contraindications.
  • Prioritize workflow based on patient’s medication start dates and adjust workflow as needed to meet patient needs.
  • Competent in use of Parata packaging machines, therefore enhancing medication adherence for patients with chronic conditions requiring complex and strict medication regimens.
  • Supported compliance of our patients working in a closed door pharmacy setting.

Staff Pharmacist, Oncology

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Counsel oncology patients regarding use of oncology medications, potential drug interactions and side effects.
  • Interpreted physician prescriptions, contact prescribers to verify/clarify prescription information and expedite order processing.
  • Performed comprehensive drug utilization review of both oncology and maintenance medications of chronic conditions.
  • Mentored newly hired pharmacists and assisted with training.

Staff Pharmacist

Walmart Pharmacy
12.2012 - 10.2021
  • Interpret prescriptions from healthcare providers to accurately dispense medications.
  • Vaccinated patients as part of daily workflow as well as run immunization events.
  • Recommend OTC devices and medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Oversee inventory management.
  • Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
  • Properly instructed pharmacy students and residents on introductory and advanced pharmacy practice rotations.
  • Maintained state and federal records of legendary drugs and controlled substances.
  • Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
  • Hosted 4 successful annual healthcare education and flu clinics.
  • Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations.
  • Volunteered and trained to become a member of the COVID testing team.

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Pharmacy
03.2012 - 12.2012
  • Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia and other diseases.
  • Partnered with management team to develop and implement in-store programs to increase sales.
  • Enthusiastically counseled patients on medications.
  • Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
  • Properly instructed pharmacy students and residents on introductory and advanced pharmacy practice rotations.
  • Maintained state and federal records of legendary drugs and controlled substances.
  • Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels.
  • Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
  • Actively participated in clinical programs such as immunizations and MTM (Medication Therapy Mangement).
  • Complied with all federal laws, company policies and procedures and state regulations regarding intern, technician and assistant training and licensure.

Pharmacy Manger

Target Pharmacy
06.2007 - 03.2012
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
  • Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
  • Vaccinated patients against the flu.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
  • Fostered excellence by example by being hands on to mentor to staff.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Actively recruited new pharmacy talent.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL
02.2007

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
05.2003

High School Diploma -

Laville Jr-Sr High School
Lakeville, IN

Skills

  • APHA Immunization Certified
  • Provide MTM services
  • APhA Pain Management trained
  • Excells in fast-paced work conditions requiring excellent multitasking skills
  • Management experience

Timeline

Assistant Pharmacy Manager-Operations

Pure Pharmacy
10.2023 - Current

Staff Pharmacist-PRN

Pharmscript Pharmacy
08.2023 - Current

Staff Pharmacist

CVS SimpleDose Pharmacy
09.2022 - 08.2023

Staff Pharmacist, Oncology

Accredo Specialty Pharmacy
10.2021 - 09.2022

Staff Pharmacist

Walmart Pharmacy
12.2012 - 10.2021

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Pharmacy
03.2012 - 12.2012

Pharmacy Manger

Target Pharmacy
06.2007 - 03.2012

Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Midwestern University

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Indiana University Bloomington

High School Diploma -

Laville Jr-Sr High School

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