Kevin Ganong
@kevinganong
Experienced pharmacist dedicated to optimizing patient medication outcomes.
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned pharmacist with over 30 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients across various healthcare settings. My journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, and since then, I have honed my skills in medication management, clinical interventions, and pharmacy operations.
Throughout my career, I have held pivotal roles, including Order Entry Pharmacist at HCA – HealthTrust and Pharmacy Manager at Diamond Pharmacy Services. My expertise lies in providing accurate data entry and verification of medication orders, conducting clinical reviews, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient care. I am particularly proud of my ability to implement updated systems that streamline pharmacy operations and improve service delivery.
My commitment to patient safety and effective medication use has been the cornerstone of my professional ethos. I continuously strive to stay updated with the latest pharmacy practices and regulations, ensuring that I provide the highest level of care to my patients.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Remote Order Entry Pharmacist
HCA – HealthTrust
Jan 2009 - Present (16 years 5 months)
Provided accurate data entry and verification of Physician Medication Orders for multiple hospitals utilizing Meditech and Onbase software. Screened new and current orders on EMAR for drug interactions, duplicate orders, and therapeutic duplications, ensuring compliance with hospital guidelines.
Pharmacy Manager
Diamond Pharmacy Services
Jan 2007 - Dec 2009 (2 years 11 months)
Managed operations of on-site pharmacy at a Long-Term Care Facility, ensuring efficient pharmaceutical services for nurses and residents. Provided clinical monitoring and information to nurses and physicians, and supervised the implementation of an updated computer system.
Consultant Pharmacist
PharMerica
Jan 2005 - Dec 2007 (2 years 11 months)
Performed clinical reviews of POS, MAR, and medication administration to ensure compliance with SOM guidelines, CMS requirements, and pharmacy regulations. Provided in-services to nursing staff regarding proper medication administration techniques and controlled-substance documentation.
Pharmacy Operations Manager
PharMerica
Jan 2005 - Nov 2006 (1 year 10 months)
Provided efficient pharmaceutical services to improve drug usage and therapeutic outcomes, including accurate screening and filling of orders and clinical interventions. Carefully reviewed and prepared chemotherapeutic agents, liaising with medical and nursing staff for safe medication use.
Staff Pharmacist
Lancaster General Hospital
Jan 2003 - Dec 2005 (2 years 11 months)
Worked in the Hospital Outpatient Department, collaborating with hospital physicians, residents, and interns. Assessed and monitored discharging resident medications and outpatient clinic patients.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy, Inc.
Jan 2000 - Dec 2003 (3 years 11 months)
Provided patient consultation on medications, including drug-drug and disease interactions. Coordinated marketing activities with Area Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives and managed inventory control and pharmacy performance reports.
Staff Pharmacist
K-Mart Pharmacy
Jan 1991 - Dec 2000 (9 years 11 months)
Provided patient consultation on medications, including drug-drug and disease interactions. Coordinated marketing activities with Area Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives and managed inventory control and pharmacy performance reports.
Pharmacy Manager
K-Mart Pharmacy
Jan 1991 - Dec 2000 (9 years 11 months)
Managed pharmacy operations, including patient consultation on medications and drug interactions. Coordinated marketing activities with sales representatives and managed inventory control and pharmacy performance reports.
Floater Pharmacist
Brooks Pharmacy, Inc.
Jan 1985 - Dec 1990 (5 years 11 months)
Provided patient consultation on medications, including drug-drug and disease interactions. Managed inventory control and pharmacy performance reports, and was responsible for training all associates.
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
HCA Gulf Coast Hospital
Jan 2009 - Present (16 years 5 months)
Performed accurate data entry and verification on Physician Medication Orders and clinical reviews of current patient records on EMAR. Documented Clinical Interventions utilizing Vigilanz software and provided operational oversight of Medication order fulfillment by Pharmacy Technicians.
Pharmacy District Coordinator
K-Mart Pharmacy
Jan 1991 - Dec 2000 (9 years 11 months)
Responsible for scheduling, staffing, and training new pharmacists across the New England district. Reviewed inventories, budgets, and performance evaluations for pharmacies in multiple states.
Contract Pharmacist
Relief Pharmacy Associates
Jan 1986 - Dec 2000 (14 years 11 months)
Prepared chemotherapy and TPNs, and provided clinical services to patients and physicians. Performed pharmacist order entry, medication dispensing, and managed pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students.
Clinical and Dispensing Pharmacist
Hospital Pharmacy
Jan 1990 - Dec 1991 (1 year 11 months)
Served as a Clinical and Dispensing Pharmacist for Central New Hampshire Mental Health Services outpatients. Provided comprehensive pharmaceutical care and medication management for patients.
Staff Pharmacist
Brooks Pharmacy, Inc.
Jan 1985 - Dec 1990 (5 years 11 months)
Provided patient consultation on medications, including drug-drug and disease interactions. Managed inventory control and pharmacy performance reports, and was responsible for training all associates.
Pharmacy Manager
Brooks Pharmacy, Inc.
Jan 1985 - Dec 1990 (5 years 11 months)
Managed pharmacy operations, including patient consultation on medications and drug-drug/disease interactions. Oversaw inventory control, pharmacy performance reporting, and was responsible for training all associates.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy
Studied Pharmacy at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy. Completed a comprehensive curriculum to earn a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.
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