Jefferson J. Watkins
Kingsport
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacy Manager with a passion for assisting diverse individuals and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. Experienced in Oncology, 340b compliance, and overseeing federal and state regulatory compliance as well as Joint Commission readiness. Currently responsible for budget oversight of drug expenditures exceeding $3 million per month. Additionally, expertise in opioid and Anti-microbial stewardship. Successful career history spanning over 12 years, including 8 years in Oncology, bringing a wealth of experience to any pharmacy management role.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
PHARMACY CLINICAL AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
INDIAN PATH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
04.2022 - Current
- Foster a work environment that favors safety, open communication, accountability, education, and support within the department and when interfacing with other departments
- Oversee and participate in daily operations of Hospital Pharmacy and Regional Cancer Center Pharmacy to ensure efficient, reliable operation
- Maintain revenue integrity and340B compliance by reviewing and correcting billing units for cancer center and Hospital pharmacy daily
- Monitor and investigate controlled substance activities to guard against diversion
- Maintain Board of Pharmacy and Joint Commission regulatory compliance
CLINICAL PHARMACIST
INDIAN PATH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Perform clinical activities such as therapeutic monitoring of high-risk drugs
- Medication reconciliation to ensure patients receive the correct medications during their stay
- Monitor patients and staff activities to ensure optimum compliance with various regulatory bodies
- Present to Oncology P&T Subcommittee and P&T as requested
ONCOLOGY PHARMACIST IN CHARGE
BALLAD CANCER INSTITUTE BRISTOL
01.2015 - 12.2020
- Ensure safe and efficient dispensing of hazardous and high risk medications in a high-volume oncology setting
- Oversee the pharmacy’s participation in the340B program and its compliance with regulations to maintain eligibility in the program
- Oversee the pharmacy’s operational compliance with Virginia State Board of Pharmacy regulations
- Maintain compliance and eligibility as a USP797 designated pharmacy
PHARMACIST
BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
- Verification of medical orders
- Clinical monitoring of antibiotics and anticoagulants
- Perform oncology clinical monitoring and order verification of oncology orders
PHARMACY PRACTICE RESIDENT
BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Functioned as part of interdisciplinary healthcare team by providing evidence-based, patient-centered medication therapy management
- Demonstrated effective project management skills by conducting a longitudinal research project that established the value of pharmacy services on a patient care unit
- Contributed to departmental leadership activities by participating on Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and Medication Safety Team
- Ensured safe and timely dispensing of medications by assessing the appropriateness of medication orders and evaluating the proper preparation of medications prior to administration to patients
- Curriculum Vitae is available for more detailed information
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
East Tennessee State University Gatton College of Pharmacy
06.2012
B.S Mass Communications - undefined
Middle Tennessee State University
06.1994
Skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Pharmaceutical compounding
- Patient counseling
- Medication management
- Team leadership
- Time management
Timeline
PHARMACY CLINICAL AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
INDIAN PATH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
04.2022 - Current
CLINICAL PHARMACIST
INDIAN PATH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
01.2021 - 04.2022
ONCOLOGY PHARMACIST IN CHARGE
BALLAD CANCER INSTITUTE BRISTOL
01.2015 - 12.2020
PHARMACY PRACTICE RESIDENT
BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
07.2012 - 06.2013
B.S Mass Communications - undefined
Middle Tennessee State University
PHARMACIST
BRISTOL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Doctor of Pharmacy -
East Tennessee State University Gatton College of Pharmacy
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