Edgardo Carmona

Self-motivated, analytical, goal-oriented, us citizen pharmacist with proven experience in problem-solving, and information gathering. Like finding creative solutions to improve the work environment. Including calling government agencies, city halls, and legislative members.

Fluent in Spanish and English and well-versed in relationship building, policy-making, drug cost management, teamwork, and employee development; guaranteeing success through exceptional interpersonal, verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Knowledgeable in high-pressured, face-paced environments, addressing concerns, and problem-resolution tactics.

Pharmacy Manager at Ed's Pharmacy (2010-01 – Present)

Manage inventory control and work schedules for all pharmacy technicians; ensuring to deliver of outstanding customer service, meeting customer demands, maintain excellent retention rates, and maximizing gross profits. Offer essential information and advice to customers regarding possible drug interactions, side effects, and dosage. Grant pharmacy services and establish valuable relationships with healthcare professionals.

Assure continuous increase in sales, new patient enrollment and acquisitions, and prescription counts. Provide training and onboarding for all pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

• Serve as a Pharmacy Intern Preceptor.
• Assist Pharmacy Technicians with essential information necessary to pass the licensing exams.
• Implemented and maintained a consistent management of sales, staff training, and overall organization of the pharmacy.

Pharmacy Technician Instructor at John Dewey College (2015-01 – 2015-12)

Educated students on the principles of pharmacology and pharmacy law. Conducted classroom and lab activities according to program requirements to ensure that students achieve the necessary skills for career success. Maintained learning objectives and curriculum content on the lesson plan and syllabi templates for the core course. Collaborated with staff, faculty, and students to provide a warm, friendly, nurturing atmosphere.

• Served as a mentor; built positive and professional relationships with students guaranteeing to resolve students' concerns.
• Met course objectives, and requirements, and strives to achieve learning outcomes.

Pharmacist (Per Diem) at Multiple Companies (2009-01 – 2010-12)

Oversaw various pharmaceutical duties including, but not limited to, preparing, labeling, and dispensing medications for patients in accordance with physicians' prescriptions, reviewing and monitoring patient's medication therapy and orders written for safety and efficacy, and counseling patients on appropriate medication use and side effects. Ensured compliance with Federal, State and local laws, and regulations pertaining to the dispensing of drugs and narcotics and the maintenance of required records.

• Built and maintained strong professional relationships that resulted in a boost in company traffic and income.
• Acted as a replacement for staff on vacation or medical leave.

Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist at KMart Pharmacy and VA Clinic Ponce (1996-01 – 2006-12)

Additional Experience: Pharmacy Manager at KMart Pharmacy and a Staff Pharmacist at a VA Clinic Ponce and KMart Pharmacy.

Doctor of Jurisprudence in Law – Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico (2008-12)

Doctor of Pharmacy in Pharmacy – Nova Southeastern University

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy – University of Puerto Rico