Scott Bragg
@scottbragg
Experienced pharmacy director dedicated to patient safety and operational excellence.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated pharmacy professional with extensive experience in pharmacy operations and clinical services. As the Director of Pharmacy at Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, I oversee all pharmacy operations, ensuring high patient safety standards and compliance with legal requirements. My expertise in implementing pharmacy department systems, such as Omnicell and Cerner, has been pivotal in enhancing operational efficiency.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Clinical Pharmacist and Staff Pharmacist, where I provided critical drug information and patient-specific recommendations. My commitment to education is reflected in my ongoing involvement in teaching pharmacy students from LECOM School of Pharmacy. I am passionate about improving patient care through effective medication management and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Clinical Pharmacist
Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Medical Center
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Proficiently utilized Epic pharmacy system along with Omnicell automated dispensing machines. Initiated and followed physician-ordered pharmacy consults, providing comprehensive drug information to healthcare professionals. Delivered decentralized and transition of care pharmacy services to enhance patient outcomes.
Director of Pharmacy
Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Aug 2024 - Present (11 months)
Oversaw all pharmacy operations and coordinated the team to achieve high patient safety standards. Led the implementation of pharmacy department systems (Omnicell/Cerner) and coordinated all legal requirements. Organized all startup tasks including staff management, training, inventory, equipment, and quality standards.
Director of Pharmacy
Trumbull Regional Medical Center & Hillside Rehabilitation H
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Served as a leader in pharmacy operations, clinical services, technician supervision, and lead pharmacist management. Demonstrated proficiency in Joint Commission Readiness, Meditech Software, and Pyxis Systems. Actively engaged in various committees including P&T, Medication Safety, and Antimicrobial Stewardship.
Staff Pharmacist
Sharon Regional Medical Center
Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Certified in sterile product preparation, engaged in interdisciplinary rounding, and provided patient-specific recommendations. Compounded and prepared numerous cancer treatment preparations, conducting daily operations at the Sharon Regional Cancer Care Center. Participated in the implementation of Pharmacy Keeper and taught APPE and IPPE students from LECOM School of Pharmacy.
Pharmacy Manager
Vienna Pharmacy Care
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)
Managed the pharmacy budget and successfully led Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services. Performed specialized compounding services at the Canfield location.
Pharmacy Manager
K-mart Pharmacy
Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 6 months)
Trained staff on medication therapy management (MTM) services and successfully created local flu clinics. Onboarded and trained new employees on the PDX pharmacy system.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) School of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy
Completed a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. The program focused on comprehensive pharmaceutical knowledge and clinical practice.
Youngstown State University (YSU)
Coursework towards BS, Chemistry
Grade: Dean's list all semesters
Completed coursework towards a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Achieved Dean's list recognition in all semesters.
University of Toledo
Coursework towards BS, Chemistry
Completed coursework towards a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.
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