Jake Kennard

Managed administrative responsibilities for the store, significantly improving the corporate pharmacy rating to number one in the district. Trained new pharmacy managers on administrative duties, which enhanced leadership and problem-solving skills.

Supported medical decision-making for hospital physicians and actively promoted appropriate antibiotic choices for patients. Tracked medication usage across different providers to optimize patient care and ensure adherence to protocols.

Reviewed new-to-market drugs for formulary decision-making and efficiently processed commercial member pharmacy claims. Analyzed prescription drug trends to identify potential cost-saving opportunities and optimize formulary effectiveness.

Maintained antimicrobial stewardship for geriatric patients, ensuring appropriate medication use and minimizing resistance. Developed weekly learning material for healthcare providers, contributing to continuous professional development.

Created new healthcare programs designed to generate revenue and effectively oversaw patient satisfaction initiatives. Operated transitions of care programs for patients moving from hospital to outpatient settings, ensuring seamless continuity of care.

Consulted family medicine providers on appropriate therapy and provided valuable insights to neurologists within the cognitive clinic. Managed chronic disease states under provider practice agreements, optimizing patient outcomes.

Created a premium, concierge healthcare program and successfully led generation and sales for the program. Developed project management and sales abilities while drafting essential provider practice agreement documents.

Researched drug synthesis methods and effectively taught students appropriate lab techniques. Refined technical research and writing capabilities through hands-on application and detailed documentation.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams from sales, shipping, and accounting, and led sales initiatives including a national industry show. Streamlined distribution and shipping processes to significantly increase weekly shipping output.

Conducted supporting research for an ongoing study of plasma in medical and industrial applications. Operated and maintained lab machinery, gaining valuable competences in research and development methodologies.

Activities and societies: Researched drug synthesis methods, taught students on appropriate lab techniques, refined technical research and writing capabilities.

Pursued a Doctorate of Pharmacy, focusing on advanced pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, and patient care. Gained expertise in medication management, drug interactions, and therapeutic outcomes. Engaged in research on drug synthesis methods and taught lab techniques.

Activities and societies: Conducted supporting research for the ongoing study of plasma in medical and industrial applications, operated and maintained lab machinery, learned research and development competences.

Completed a Bachelor of Science with a dual major in Chemistry and Business. Developed a strong foundation in chemical principles, laboratory techniques, and business fundamentals. Conducted research on plasma applications and refined research and development competencies.