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Christina wachuku

@christinawachuku

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Dynamic Clinical Pharmacist passionate about transforming healthcare delivery.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth in healthcare.

I am a dynamic and results-driven Clinical Pharmacist with extensive experience leading interdisciplinary care teams in virtual primary care settings. My proven track record includes optimizing medication therapy management, reducing avoidable hospitalizations, and advancing population health outcomes through data-informed strategies. I am adept at mentoring clinical teams and implementing care navigation workflows, aligning pharmacy services with value-based care models and quality metrics.

Throughout my career, I have successfully collaborated with dietitians, social workers, and healthcare providers to improve clinical outcomes for high-risk patients. My role as a Regional Care Team Pharmacist at HarmonyCares has allowed me to implement strategic quality improvement workflows using EHR, Surescripts, and Tableau, significantly increasing gap closure rates for chronic conditions. I am passionate about transforming healthcare delivery through collaboration, technology, and equitable, whole-person care.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Regional Care Team Pharmacist

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HarmonyCares

May 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Led interdisciplinary care coordination for high-risk, medically complex patients across virtual primary care settings, collaborating with various healthcare professionals to improve clinical outcomes. Implemented strategic quality improvement workflows using EHR, Surescripts, and Tableau to monitor indicators and close care gaps for Medicare Advantage and complex populations.

EHR Surescripts Tableau Pharmacotherapy Medication Management Quality Improvement

Renal Clinical Pharmacist

Somatus Inc.

Jun 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 6 months)

Drove meaningful medication interventions that resulted in medical providers' and members' adhering to evidence-based medicine guidelines. Performed medication reconciliation for discharged patients during transition of care and conducted Comprehensive Medication Reviews (CMRs).

Medication Reconciliation Medication Reviews

Clinical MTM Pharmacist

MediFixx Health, LLC

Sep 2018 - Jun 2021 (2 years 9 months)

Completed annual medication reviews with an emphasis on patient assessment, counseling, and identification of potential drug interactions. Informed patients about medication side effects and contraindications, as well as proper medication administration.

Medication Reviews Medication Side Effects Medication Management

Clinical MTM Pharmacist

Patrick Air Force Base

Sep 2016 - Jul 2018 (1 year 10 months)

Assessed patients for medication adherence barriers and developed plans to maximize medication success. Worked in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide, develop, and enhance MTM program services.

Electronic Health Record (EHR) Optimization

Prior Authorization Clinical Pharmacist

Expert Global Solutions

Jun 2014 - Aug 2016 (2 years 2 months)

Performed day-to-day clinical pharmacy functions including prior authorization and appeal reviews, override requests, and member/provider education calls. Provided clinical consulting services by analyzing drug utilization patterns and trends for Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) clients.

Prior Authorization Review Appeals

Clinical Pharmacist

Medco Health Solutions Inc

Jun 2010 - Apr 2014 (3 years 10 months)

Analyzed claim adjudication platform operational components for Drug Utilization Management programs including Step Therapy, Prior Authorization, and Quantity Limits. Provided prospective and retrospective drug utilization reviews and appeals reviews per State and Federal Regulations.

Claim Adjudication Drug Utilization Prior Authorization Review Quantity Limit Appeals

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Long Island University

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), Pharmacy

Completed a comprehensive program in pharmaceutical sciences, preparing for a career as a clinical pharmacist. Gained expertise in medication therapy management and patient care.

Nova Southeastern University

Completed Coursework Towards Consultant Pharmacist, Pharmacy

Undertook coursework focused on advanced pharmacy practice and consultant roles. Developed specialized knowledge in areas relevant to consultant pharmacy.