Melissa Cabral
Dighton
Summary
Experienced inpatient staff pharmacist with background in retail pharmacy at Southcoast Health Systems. Skilled at medication dispensing and patient counseling, whike being able to provide accurate drug information to medical staff and patients. Strengths exceptional communication skills and knowledge of billing procedures. Previous work has significantly enhanced patient safety through diligent attention to detail and consistent collaboration with healthcare team members.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Inpatient Staff Pharmacist
Southcoast Hospitals Group
Fall River
03.2023 - Current
- Reviewed medication orders for appropriateness and accuracy
- Provided drug information to staff.
- Supervised pharmacy technicians in daily operational tasks and workflow management.
- Supervised pharmacy technicians in the preparation, labeling and distribution of medications.
- Evaluated orders for completeness and accuracy prior to dispensing.
- Prepared sterile products using aseptic techniques when needed according to established standards.
- Ensured compliance with state laws regarding controlled substances prescribing practices.
Retail Pharmacist (per diem)
Southcoast Hospitals Group
New Bedford
05.2019 - Current
- Dispensed medications according to physician prescriptions and regulatory guidelines.
- Provided patient counseling on medication usage
- Oversaw pharmacy operations during shifts to ensure smooth workflow.
- Managed medication inventory.
- Managed the daily workflow in the pharmacy
- Assisted customers with questions regarding their prescription coverage plans.
- Reviewed patient profiles for drug allergies before dispensing medication.
- Provided patient education on proper use and potential side effects of medications.
- Recommended appropriate OTC products, counseled customers on usage and dosage instructions when necessary.
- Interpreted physician prescriptions, prepared medications and provided appropriate counseling to patients.
- Processed insurance claims accurately and efficiently utilizing available software systems.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner by investigating issues and providing solutions.
- Worked with transition of care pharmacist and pharmacy liaison to ensure timely transition of patients to home with needed medications
Staff Pharmacist
Rite Aid
Fall River
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Dispensed medications accurately and efficiently to ensure patient safety.
- Provided medication counseling to patients regarding proper usage and side effects.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent stock shortages and overages.
- Evaluated prescription orders for accuracy prior to filling them out.
- Administered immunizations.
Pharmacy Manager
Wal-Mart Pharmacy
Fall River
01.2001 - 01.2008
- Managed pharmacy operations and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Supervised pharmacy staff and provided ongoing training and support.
- Oversaw medication inventory and maintained accurate stock levels.
- Developed schedules for team members to ensure adequate coverage.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired technicians.
- Acted as preceptor for pharmacy students
Education
North Attleboro High School
North Attleboro, MABachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RISkills
- Patient counseling
- Insurance/prescription processing
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Workflow supervision
- Medication dispensing and immunizing
- Medicare and medicaid process
Timeline
Inpatient Staff Pharmacist
Southcoast Hospitals Group
03.2023 - Current
Retail Pharmacist (per diem)
Southcoast Hospitals Group
05.2019 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Rite Aid
01.2008 - 01.2015
Pharmacy Manager
Wal-Mart Pharmacy
01.2001 - 01.2008
North Attleboro High School
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Rhode Island