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Ladonya Bishop

Somerset

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented pharmacist with extensive experience at Option Care Home Infusion, excelling in patient counseling and medication dispensing. Proven track record in enhancing patient safety and optimizing medication adherence through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare providers. Committed to continuous improvement and fostering a culture of excellence in pharmacy practice.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacist I

Option Care Home Infusion
11.2015 - Current
  • Managed high volume of patients while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
  • 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.
  • onboarding and ensured all requirements were met for home infusion
  • Led team of pharmacy technicians, fostering environment of learning and excellence in customer service.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify prescription orders, ensuring accurate and timely medication dispensing.

Staff Pharmacist

Kroger's Pharmacy
01.2008 - 11.2015
  • Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
  • Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
  • Supported clinical services such as immunizations administration, leading to increased accessibility for patients in need.
  • Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.

Pharmacist

Nancy Pharmacy
02.2005 - 01.2008
  • Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
  • Educated patients on proper medication use.
  • Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.

Pharmacist

Walmart
01.1998 - 01.2005

Worked at multiple locations including Somerset, Monticello, Tompkinsville, and Hazard

Worked as both the pharmacy manager and PIC for 3 of these locations.

  • Reduced medication errors through rigorous adherence to pharmacy protocols and continuous staff training.
  • Enhanced patient safety by accurately dispensing and reviewing over thousands of prescriptions, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical guidelines.
  • Enhanced patient understanding of medication usage and potential side effects with clear, empathetic communication.

Pharmacist

ARH Regional Medical Center
04.1994 - 01.1998
  • Mentored pharmacy students and interns, contributing to development of future healthcare professionals.
  • Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
  • Managed drug and supply inventories.
  • Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
  • worked in both inpatient and outpatient pharmacy and psychiatric facility satellite pharmacy to dispense medication and perform DUR
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify prescription orders, ensuring accurate and timely medication dispensing.
  • Developed and delivered inservice training for nursing Staff

Education

No Degree - Pre Pharmacy

Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY

Bachelor of Science - In Parmacy

University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy
Lexington, KY
05-1994

High School Diploma -

Cordia High School
Knott Co, KY
06-1989

Skills

  • Customer service and communication skills
  • Prescription verification
  • Drug inventory management
  • Medication dispensing
  • Patient counseling
  • Maintaining records
  • [KY and WV] licensed pharmacist
  • Compounding experience
  • Safety awareness
  • Documentation skills
  • Immunization administration

Interests

  • Horseback Riding
  • church and various activities with my church
  • off road riding
  • spending time with family

Timeline

Pharmacist I

Option Care Home Infusion
11.2015 - Current

Staff Pharmacist

Kroger's Pharmacy
01.2008 - 11.2015

Pharmacist

Nancy Pharmacy
02.2005 - 01.2008

Pharmacist

Walmart
01.1998 - 01.2005

Pharmacist

ARH Regional Medical Center
04.1994 - 01.1998

No Degree - Pre Pharmacy

Georgetown College

Bachelor of Science - In Parmacy

University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy

High School Diploma -

Cordia High School
Ladonya Bishop