Gerald Meints
Oakley
Summary
Experienced Pharmacy Manager with a proven track record in optimizing workflow and enhancing patient care. Skilled in regulatory compliance, drug inventory management, and staff training. Committed to improving service delivery and operational efficiency. excellanr commination skills
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Manager
Raleys Pharmacy
06.2009 - 06.2019
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards.
- Supervised team performance, fostering a collaborative environment to enhance service delivery.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Developed training programs for staff on new medications and customer service protocols.
- Analyzed patient feedback to improve medication dispensing processes and patient care initiatives.
- Led strategic initiatives focused on enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure accurate medication therapy management for patients.
- Oversaw budget management, assessing resource allocation to maximize operational effectiveness.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aid
06.2007 - 06.2009
- Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Led a high-performing team of pharmacists and technicians to deliver exceptional patient care and service.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Addressed customer complaints professionally and efficiently by conducting root-cause analysis investigations to resolve issues effectively.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, controlling expenses to optimize profitability without compromising quality of care.
- Cultivated a customer-centric environment within the pharmacy, fostering long-term loyalty among patients.
- Played an active role in the hiring process, identifying top talent that contributed to the team''s success in providing outstanding pharmaceutical care services.
Pharmacist
Davids Pharmacy
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Led initiatives for continuous quality improvement within the pharmacy department, enhancing service delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
- Mentored and trained new pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, fostering a supportive work environment focused on professional growth.
- Reduced medication errors within the pharmacy by developing and implementing a continuous quality improvement program.
- Streamlined prescription filling process, maximizing accuracy and minimizing wait times for patients.
Pharmacist
Rx Relief
03.2003 - 06.2006
- Supervised pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Developed and implemented medication therapy management programs to enhance patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, fostering professional growth and competency.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care plans and medication usage.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving supply chain efficiency.
- Analyzed prescription data for accuracy, minimizing errors in dispensing medications.
- Conducted patient consultations to educate on medication use, side effects, and adherence strategies.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
Pharmacy Owner
Myself
10.1987 - 03.2003
- Oversaw daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Developed and implemented strategic marketing initiatives to enhance customer engagement and retention.
- Managed inventory levels and procurement processes to optimize product availability and reduce waste.
- Trained and mentored staff on pharmaceutical practices, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
- Utilized pharmacy management software to streamline operations and improve prescription processing accuracy.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities, adjusting services to meet community needs effectively.
- Established strong relationships with healthcare providers to foster collaboration and enhance patient care services.
- Implemented cost-control measures, improving profitability while maintaining high standards of service delivery.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to increase awareness of the pharmacy''s services and offerings.
Pharmacy Manager
Bowermans Pharmacy
06.1976 - 10.1987
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Supported employee growth and development by providing regular performance feedback, mentoring opportunities, and career advancement resources.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Enforced compliance with pharmacy regulations and maintained up-to-date records of all medications dispensed.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
- Enhanced team communication by establishing regular meetings focusing on performance metrics, best practices, and continuous improvement strategies.
- Implemented staff training programs to continuously develop skills and maintain professional licensure requirements.
Education
Master of Science - PharmD
Ucsf
San Francisco, CA06-1976
Bachelor of Science - Physiology
Ucdavis
Davis, CA06-1972
Skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Prescription verification
- Workflow optimization
- Pharmacy operations management
- Regulatory compliance
- Drug inventory management
- Training and mentoring
- Staff training
- Inventory and restocking
- Inventory control
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
Raleys Pharmacy
06.2009 - 06.2019
Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aid
06.2007 - 06.2009
Pharmacist
Davids Pharmacy
06.2006 - 06.2007
Pharmacist
Rx Relief
03.2003 - 06.2006
Pharmacy Owner
Myself
10.1987 - 03.2003
Pharmacy Manager
Bowermans Pharmacy
06.1976 - 10.1987
Master of Science - PharmD
Ucsf
Bachelor of Science - Physiology
Ucdavis