Natalie Rodriguez

PharmD Candidate

Phone:	(617) 555-8423
Address:	Boston, MA
Website:	https://natalie-rodriguez.com
Email:	natalie.rodriguez@email.com

Licensed Pharmacy Intern and third-year PharmD candidate with comprehensive clinical training in community and institutional pharmacy settings
Proven ability to process high-volume prescriptions, counsel patients on complex medication regimens, and identify clinically significant drug interactions
APhA-certified immunization administrator with experience providing COVID-19, influenza, and shingles vaccines to diverse patient populations
Proficient in QS/1, Epic Willow, and Lexicomp with strong foundation in medication therapy management for chronic disease states

Education

Northeastern University School of Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Expected May 2026

Boston, MA
Expected Graduation: May 2026
GPA: 3.62/4.0
Dean's List: Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024
Relevant Coursework: Pharmacotherapy I-III, Clinical Pharmacokinetics, Medication Therapy Management, Pharmaceutical Care Laboratory, Sterile Compounding

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

May 2022

Amherst, MA
Graduated: May 2022
GPA: 3.71/4.0

Licenses and Certifications

Pharmacy Intern License #PI-84729

Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy

Expires 06/2026

Immunization Administration Certificate

American Pharmacists Association

09/2024

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

American Heart Association

Expires 03/2026

USP 797 and 800 Sterile Compounding Training

Completed

10/2024

Experience

Brookline Pharmacy

PharmD Candidate - Community Pharmacy IPPE Rotation

September 2024 - November 2024

Processed and verified 50-70 prescriptions daily using QS/1 pharmacy management system, achieving 99.8% accuracy rate while identifying and resolving insurance rejections and prior authorization requirements
Counseled 12-18 patients per week on new medications, side effects, and drug interactions, conducting comprehensive medication therapy reviews for patients with diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia
Administered 42 immunizations including COVID-19, influenza, shingles, and Tdap vaccines following Massachusetts state protocols and CDC guidelines
Identified and resolved 6 clinically significant drug interactions including warfarin-antibiotic interactions and duplicate therapy, collaborating with prescribers to modify therapy appropriately
Conducted medication synchronization consultations for 8 patients with multiple chronic conditions, improving adherence and reducing pharmacy visits

Massachusetts General Hospital

PharmD Candidate - Hospital Pharmacy IPPE Rotation

January 2024 - March 2024

Verified medication orders for 25-30 patients daily in Epic Willow system, performing clinical screening for appropriate dosing, renal adjustments, and drug interactions
Prepared 15-20 sterile IV admixtures per shift including antibiotics, electrolyte replacements, and parenteral nutrition following USP 797 standards
Participated in multidisciplinary rounds on medical-surgical units, providing drug information and therapeutic recommendations to physicians and nurses
Conducted medication reconciliation for 40+ patients during admission and discharge transitions, identifying discrepancies and preventing potential medication errors
Utilized Lexicomp and Micromedex to research complex drug information questions and provide evidence-based recommendations to healthcare team

CVS Pharmacy

Certified Pharmacy Technician

June 2022 - August 2023

Processed 180-220 prescriptions daily in high-volume retail setting, maintaining accuracy rate above 99.6% while managing workflow during peak hours
Resolved complex insurance rejections including Medicare Part D coverage gaps, prior authorizations, and specialty medication coordination with manufacturers
Managed controlled substance inventory and documentation in compliance with DEA regulations and Massachusetts state requirements
Trained 4 new pharmacy technicians on prescription processing workflow, insurance billing procedures, and customer service protocols
Assisted pharmacists with medication therapy management appointments and patient counseling for chronic disease management

Northeastern University College of Pharmacy

Research Assistant

September 2023 - Present

Collaborate with faculty on research project evaluating medication adherence interventions in patients with Type 2 diabetes
Conduct literature reviews using PubMed and EMBASE databases, analyzing 50+ peer-reviewed articles on adherence barriers and interventions
Collect and analyze patient survey data using SPSS statistical software, contributing to manuscript preparation for publication
Present research findings at monthly lab meetings and prepare poster presentation for Massachusetts Pharmacy Association Annual Meeting

Clinical Skills

Immunization Administration: COVID-19, Influenza, Pneumococcal, Shingles, Tdap, HPV (APhA Certified)

Medication Therapy Management: Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Anticoagulation, Heart Failure

Patient Counseling: New prescriptions, medication adherence strategies, side effect management, drug interaction education

Sterile Compounding: IV admixture preparation, chemotherapy handling (USP 797 and 800 compliant), aseptic technique

Clinical Assessment: Medication reconciliation, drug interaction screening, renal dose adjustments, therapeutic monitoring

Technical Proficiencies

Pharmacy Management Systems

QS/1, Intercom Plus, PioneerRx

Hospital Systems

Epic (Willow Ambulatory and Inpatient modules), Omnicell automated dispensing

Insurance Processing

Medicare Part D, prior authorizations, specialty pharmacy coordination, discount card programs

Clinical References

Lexicomp, Micromedex, UpToDate, Clinical Pharmacology, PubMed

Languages

English (Native), Spanish (Professional working proficiency for patient counseling)

Professional Involvement

APhA-ASP (American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists)

Northeastern University Chapter

September 2022 - Present

Patient Care Committee Chair (2024-2025): Organized 3 community health screening events serving 150+ underinsured patients
Coordinated Operation Immunization clinic providing 200+ flu vaccines to community members
Participated in monthly journal club discussions on current pharmacy practice topics

Rho Chi Pharmaceutical Honor Society

Northeastern University Chapter

Inducted April 2024

Academic honor society recognizing top 20% of pharmacy class based on scholarship and leadership

Awards and Honors

Clinical Excellence Award, Pharmacotherapy II

Northeastern University

Spring 2024

Selected by faculty for outstanding performance in cardiovascular and renal therapeutics case presentations

Massachusetts Pharmacy Foundation Scholarship

Massachusetts Pharmacy Foundation

2023-2024

Competitive merit-based scholarship awarded to 8 pharmacy students statewide

Dean's List

Northeastern University

Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024

Recognized for academic achievement with semester GPA above 3.5

Publications and Presentations

Evaluating Medication Adherence Interventions in Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Systematic Review

Massachusetts Pharmacy Association Annual Meeting

April 2025

Poster to be presented at: Massachusetts Pharmacy Association Annual Meeting; April 2025; Worcester, MA.