Samantha Howard, Pharmd Email & Phone Number

-Interpret orders and transcribes or verifies them accurately and efficiently into the pharmacy computer system-Compound and dispense pharmaceuticals-Monitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies and appropriateness of drug and dose-Provide clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners. Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as needed-Attend and actively participate in daily multidisciplinary and discharge rounds-Provide accurate and timely medication information to healthcare staff and patients-Actively participate in pharmacy clinical services such as drug consults, pharmacokinetics, anticoagulant monitoring, IV to PO, renal dosing and other programs -Participate in the antimicrobial management and other clinical programs-Document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely-Participate in the data collection of drug utilization evaluations, adverse drug reactions, and pharmacy quality initiatives-Participate in preceptorship of pharmacy students and/or residents-Maintain professional competency sufficient to meet current and future needs of the facility-Has knowledge of the patient populations served and apply that knowledge in the care of those patients-Provide basic technical support for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems-Effectively supervise pharmacy operation activities and provides support to the whole pharmacy team-Effectively and proactively intervene in conflicts between pharmacy and medical staff regarding drug therapy issue resolutions-Identify areas for improved efficiency-Supervise and assist pharmacy technicians and other support staff effectively if/when assigned-Participate in the continuous quality review of order sets and/or computer drug entries-Participate in the continuous quality improvement of pharmacy operations (operational/clinical)

-Complete Comprehensive Medication Reviews (CMR) for patients utilizing Humana which includes: collecting patient-specific information, assessing medication therapies to identify medication-related problems, developing a prioritized list of medication-related problems, and creating a plan to resolve them with the patient, caregiver and/or prescriber.-Complete Targeted Medication Reviews (TMR) for patients utilizing Humana which includes: determining unresolved issues and whether they need attention, assessing medication use, assessing whether the targeted beneficiary has undergone a transition of care, and determining whether new medication-related problems have arisen or are likely to arise

-Maintain complete drug profiles-Monitor drug therapy, relating it to clinical laboratory tests and adverse drug reactions-Consult with physicians to plan drug regimen and provide guidance to nursing staff for managing the drug portion of patient care plans -An available source of drug information reinforced by an organized drug information service-Analyze and confirm physician orders prior to prescriptions being filled by qualified technicians before dispensing manually or through Automated Medication Dispensing System (AMDS) -Developed an advanced education course for incoming nurses on diabetes mellitus medications-Implemented new policies and procedures for pharmacy lead medication reconciliation

-Review work compensation claims for potential pharmaceutical liability-Review medication management plans articulated by industrial physicians for clinical appropriateness-Submitting pharmaceutical treatment recommendations -Assisted the company in their campaigning and fundraising efforts for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) by creating promotional awareness videos on Type 1 Diabetes, sending donation flyers to the community, and fostering business relationships with various industries under a common goal

Phoenix, Arizona

-Created daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual schedules-Maintained daily operations of the business; dispatching Risk Managers to client incidents, providing guidance to clients on system implementation, answering phone calls and replying to emails-Reviewed investigative reports for clarity and accuracy of information-Reviewed and edited formal compliance plans for all clients-Reviewed and edited formal training programs presented by risk managers to clients-Addressed clients concerns/questions including issues surrounding regulatory compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Doctor Of Pharmacy - Pharmd, Pharmacy

Activities and Societies: Kappa Epsilon (KE), American Pharmacists Association-Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP), Student Society.

Bachelor'S Degree, Biology Emphasis In Pre-Pharmacy