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Stefanie Kruger

Fort Wayne

Summary

Pharmacy professional with commitment to maximizing operational efficiency and patient care. Proven ability to lead teams, manage inventory, and implement process improvements. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to changing needs, with strong focus on communication and regulatory compliance.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Manager

Neighborhood Health Pharmacy
09.2023 - Current
  • Job responsibilities include setting up a brand new pharmacy in a Federally Qualified Health Center
  • Such duties included writing policy and procedures, becoming familiar with 340B inventory, and working with PSAOs
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
  • Utilized dual screens to access patient electronic medical charts, enhancing referral capture of specialty medications.

Staff Pharmacist

The Medicine Chest Pharmacy
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Supervised compounding activities, ensuring accuracy in preparation of custom medications according to physician specifications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized medication plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication supplements to help mitigate individual symptoms.

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Pharmacy
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Processed prescriptions rapidly in a pharmacy averaging 500 prescriptions daily, consulted with physicians and patients with regard to medication dosage, drug interactions, medical equipment, disease management and potential side effects of prescription and OTC medications


Staff Pharmacist

Kroger Pharmacy
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Job responsibilities are the same as above in a pharmacy averaging about 300 prescriptions daily
  • Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients at 3 different locations

Overnight Pharmacist

Walgreens Pharmacy
01.2007 - 01.2014
  • Job responsibilities are the same as above in a pharmacy averaging 500 prescriptions daily
  • Compounded and dispensed prescriptions in our compounding center for a year
  • Keep abreast of new developments within the pharmaceutical industry by becoming trained to provide immunizations and to provide diabetic, cholesterol and blood pressure screenings, as well as MTM billing opportunities
  • Ensured continuity of care by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to daytime staff during shift changes.

Pharmacy Manager

Scott's Pharmacy
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Job responsibilities are the same as above in a pharmacy averaging 160-175 prescriptions daily
  • Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.

Pharmacy Manager

Wal-Mart Pharmacy
01.2000 - 01.2004
  • Job responsibilities are the same as above in a pharmacy averaging 250-300 prescriptions daily
  • Led a high-performing team of pharmacists and technicians to deliver exceptional patient care and service.

Staff Pharmacist

Van Wert County Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Prepared IVs, interpreted and evaluated drug therapy, processed prescriptions for inpatient pharmacy, ensured proper control and dispensing of narcotics, interacted with physicians and nurses regarding drug therapy

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Ohio Northern University
Ada, Ohio

Skills

  • Patient education and counseling
  • Prescription verification
  • Workflow optimization
  • Pharmacy operations management
  • Direct patient care
  • Medication therapy management

Timeline

Pharmacy Manager

Neighborhood Health Pharmacy
09.2023 - Current

Staff Pharmacist

The Medicine Chest Pharmacy
01.2020 - 01.2023

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Pharmacy
01.2019 - 01.2020

Staff Pharmacist

Kroger Pharmacy
01.2014 - 01.2019

Overnight Pharmacist

Walgreens Pharmacy
01.2007 - 01.2014

Pharmacy Manager

Scott's Pharmacy
01.2004 - 01.2007

Pharmacy Manager

Wal-Mart Pharmacy
01.2000 - 01.2004

Staff Pharmacist

Van Wert County Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2000

Bachelor of Science -

Ohio Northern University
Stefanie Kruger