Richa Patel

Clinical pharmacist with experience in remote prescription data review, clinical screening, medication therapy management, patient counseling, prior authorizations, and pharmacy operations. Skilled in interpreting prescription information, identifying drug interactions and dosage concerns, coordinating with prescribers, and supporting safe, accurate, timely medication processing. Brings additional experience in ambulatory care and psychiatry, Medicare STARs outreach, formulary alternatives, and team leadership.

Seeking a remote clinical pharmacist opportunity in connection with a planned relocation to Ohio in November 2026.

CVS Center of Excellence Pharmacist - CVS Health - Virginia Beach, VA

(2024-05)

• Perform Medication Therapy Management (MTM), including Comprehensive Medication Reviews (CMRs) and Targeted Medication Reviews (TIPs), using the Outcomes platform.
• Conduct targeted outreach and consultation calls with Medicare STARs patients to support medication adherence and improve clinical outcomes.
• Review medication regimens to identify therapy gaps, potential drug interactions, and opportunities to optimize medication safety and effectiveness.
• Counsel patients and communicate with healthcare providers regarding medication safety, administration, adherence strategies, and treatment alignment.

Remote Data Review Clinical Pharmacist - Rite Aid - Virginia Beach, VA | Remote

(2023-01 - 2024-04)

• Reviewed prescription data entry for accuracy and performed clinical screening for potential drug–drug interactions and appropriate dosing.
• Processed complex prior authorization requests and communicated cost-effective formulary alternatives to prescribers.
• Completed MTM services, including CMRs and TIPs, through the Outcomes platform.
• Contacted Medicare STARs patients to provide tailored counseling and support adherence initiatives, including 90-day supply conversions.

Pharmacist in Charge (Pharmacy Manager) - Rite Aid - Virginia Beach, VA

(2020-08 - 2022-12)

• Directed daily pharmacy operations, workflow, staffing, and compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Recruited, interviewed, hired, and trained pharmacy personnel to support service quality and operational goals.
• Reviewed patient medication regimens for potential interactions and provided medication-use recommendations to patients and healthcare providers.
• Analyzed pharmacy utilization patterns and developed clinical recommendations to support care quality.

Pharmacist in Charge (Pharmacy Manager) - CVS Health - Laurel, MD

(2016-07 - 2020-08)

• Managed pharmacy staffing, scheduling, performance metrics, documentation, inventory, and prescription fulfillment workflows.
• Resolved prior authorization issues and supported efficient clinical and dispensing operations.
• Provided staff coaching and performance feedback, and led team development and health outreach initiatives.
• Promoted preventative care and immunization through community outreach and pharmacy services.

PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident, Ambulatory Care & Psychiatry - Centers for Families and Children - Cleveland, OH

(2015-08 - 2016-06)

• Managed and adjusted medication regimens under a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) in alignment with clinical practice guidelines.
• Evaluated diagnostic laboratory results and performed point-of-care testing to inform clinical decisions.
• Coordinated complex prior authorizations with government payers, including Medicare and Medicaid.
• Prepared educational presentations for medical staff on updated clinical guidelines and drug therapies, using Lexicomp and UpToDate.

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) - Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) (2015)

PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency - Ambulatory Care & Psychiatry - Centers for Families and Children (2015-08 - 2016-06)