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GEORGE J.

YOST
9 Ridgeview Road
Delran, New Jersey 08075
gycc2c4a@westpost.net 856-461-0565
Pharmacist Senior Level Manager Operations Director
Detail-oriented and innovative management professional with solid business exper
tise related to operations management in high-pressure environments. Able to id
entify and initiate efforts to achieve objectives and teaching others to accept
accountability for meeting and stretching to exceed results in a timely and cost
effective manner. Top rated skills in managing associate relations and produci
ng positive results without sacrificing quality. Proven expertise in driving ef
ficiency and productivity through evaluation of financial management systems and
implementation of process improvements. Talented leader directing highly skill
ed professional associates to support achievement of overall corporate goals and
objectives. Core competencies include:
Inventory Management
Financial Analysis
Forecasting
Recruiting/Retention Training/Educating
Budgeting
Cost Reductions
Team Building Technology Integration
Regulatory Compliance
Efficiency Improvements
High Impact Presentations

CAREER EXPERIENCE
NEW JERSEY MEDICAL SUPPLIES, LLC MT.LAUREL, NEW JERSEY 2006-2010
CLINICAL MANAGER

STILES PHARMACY, MOORESTOWN, NEW JERSEY, 2002-2006


Staff Pharmacist
Professional providing outstanding pharmacy services using integrated skills wit
h a track record of establishing positive relationships with patients, medical p
rofessionals, healthcare organizations and insurance providers.
* Managed ancillary staff in fulfilling more than 2,000 prescriptions on a weekl
y basis.
* Consulted with physicians, their staff and patients with regard to safe and co
st-effective medication use.
* Served as key leader in effectively managing billing and reimbursement issues.
* Provided quality care and accurate medication dispensing by maintaining accura
te patient profiles, dosing information/directions and patient communication.

OUR LADY OF LOURDES HEALTH SYSTEM, Camden, New Jersey, 1989-2004


Director of Pharmacy and Patient Transport, Interim Director of Security
Responsible for the management of all activities within the listed departments.
Directed financial management functions including development of monthly/quarte
rly financial statements, financial forecasts, budgets and performance improveme
nt. Compiled monthly management reports for senior management including interna
l audits to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency/accuracy. B
uilt and led teams in carrying out special projects.
Planned and designed services that reflect the vision, mission and values of Our
Lady of Lourdes Health System.
* Managed the day-to day operations. Established policies, standards, goals and
objectives for the provision of services.
* Awarded as associate of the year for 2000 in recognition of outstanding perfor
mance.
* Maintained a work environment that was energetic team-oriented and focused on
providing quality care to our patients.
* Ensured quality performance for all associates through effective supervision,
training, and evaluation as well as ensuring that all departmental processes ref
lect the need for absolute accuracy.
* Develop, implement and monitor state-of-the-art information technology systems
and automation in order to provide safe, effective care for our patients.
* Consistently met deadlines while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-s
olving skills to achieve corporate objectives.
* Resource in the development and implementation of Clinical Pathways, Physician
Order Entry, and Bedside System (Siemens)
* MAC Med Administration Check (closed-loop medication use process)
* Maintain Drug Formulary.
* Coordinate computerized quality assessment programs.
* Develop/maintain user standards of practice, audit criteria, backup systems, a
nd procedures and ensure legal standards are met.
* Pyxis Connect (scanning system for physician orders)
* Pyxis Automation (automated dispensing system for medications in conjunction w
ith Siemens Pharmacy System)
* Developed and implemented new Oncology Program
* Developed and implemented Dialysis Pharmacy Program.
* Trained in TQM and CQI
OUR LADY OF LOURDES MEDICAL CENTER, Camden, New Jersey 1988-1989
Assistant Director of Pharmacy
Assisted the Director of Pharmacy in the performance of enumerated duties. Sche
duling of all pharmacy associates; Management of all purchasing functions; Estab
lish departmental policies and procedures; led the team in the restructuring of
the pharmacy department. Performed monthly account reconciliations and monitored
general ledger transactions. Worked in collaboration with director to ensure ac
curacy and integrity of financial information in support of overall business obj
ectives.

OUR LADY OF LOURDES MEDICAL CENTER, Camden, New Jersey, 1986-1988


Pharmacy Supervisor
OUR LADY OF LOURDES MEDICAL CENTER, Camden, New Jersey, 1983-1986
Staff Pharmacist

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy (1983)
PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF PHARMACY, PHILADELPHIA, PA
Bachelor of Arts, Business (1995) Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ
Zenger Miller Leadership, Total Quality Management
SOFTWARE SKILLS
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet Explorer
Siemens MAC Pyxis Automation and Pyxis Connect
Project Manager for Eclipysis and Siemens Pharmacy System

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