Laura Leininger
Helena
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Pharmacist with extensive experience at CVS Pharmacy, excelling in medication dispensing and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead teams and foster strong patient relationships, ensuring exceptional service and care. Adept at managing inventory and providing expert guidance on therapeutic options, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy
Great Falls
08.2024 - 04.2026
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and compliance with regulations, enhancing patient safety and service reliability.
- Consulted with patients about medication usage and potential side effects.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Dispensed medications accurately to patients and healthcare providers.
- Responded to medication-related questions and concerns from patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with patients, delivering personalized care to meet individual health needs.
- Managed inventory levels and ensured proper storage of pharmaceuticals to maintain quality and availability.
- Facilitated immunization services for community members to promote public health.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy technicians on operational procedures.
- Ensured strict adherence to pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards, including controlled substances management.
Pharmacist Intern
Northridge Pharmacy
Missoula
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with providers to determine optimal therapeutic options for infections, contributing to effective patient care.
- Dispensed unit dose medications for residents in skilled nursing, assisted living, and group homes, enhancing medication management and adherence.
- Compounded IV medications for patients, ensuring accuracy and safety in preparation.
- Update patient's eMAR via QuickMar and Point Click Care
- Abided by different laws for filling prescriptions
Pharmacist Intern
Medwise RX
Phoenix
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Executed medication reconciliation processes to ensure accuracy and safety of patient medication regimens across various insurance companies
- Collaborated with insurance companies to conduct comprehensive medication reviews, enhancing patient care through thorough evaluation
- Educated patients and addressed inquiries regarding disease states to support informed health decisions
Pharmacist Intern
Walgreens Pharmacy
Missoula
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Administered vaccinations and educated patients on their benefits and potential side effects
- Counseled patients on new medications, ensuring understanding of usage and potential interactions.
- Provided prompt and attentive customer service to patients managing prescription needs
Pharmacy Technician-in-training / Pharmacy Clerk
Albertsons Osco Pharmacy
Belgrade
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Followed state pharmacy law to provide high quality patient care
- Retrieved filled prescriptions for customers and clarified pricing based on insurance and company guidelines
- Provided friendly, efficient customer service to patients for prescription drop-off, pick-up, and inquiries
- Filed prescriptions systematically by controlled substance classification and date to ensure regulatory adherence and improve accessibility.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Minor in Gerontology
University of Montana
Missoula, MT05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Pharmacy
Bozeman, MT
Bozeman, MTSkills
- Medication dispensing
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient care coordination
- Inventory management
- Medicare/Medicaid expertise
- Current Montana and Washington pharmacy license
- Pharmacy team management
- Strong organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Detail-oriented
- Multitasking ability
- Independent worker
- Team player
- Exceptional communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail
Certification
• Montana Pharmacist License
• Washington Pharmacist License
• APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery
• American Heart Association BLS Provider
• Washington Pharmacist License
• APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery
• American Heart Association BLS Provider
Personal Information
Title: Pharmacist
Timeline
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy
08.2024 - 04.2026
Pharmacist Intern
Northridge Pharmacy
02.2022 - 08.2023
Pharmacist Intern
Medwise RX
05.2021 - 02.2022
Pharmacist Intern
Walgreens Pharmacy
01.2021 - 04.2021
Pharmacy Technician-in-training / Pharmacy Clerk
Albertsons Osco Pharmacy
09.2017 - 09.2018
Doctor of Pharmacy - Minor in Gerontology
University of Montana
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Pharmacy
Bozeman, MT