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Jerry F. Meaders, D.

Ph

9407 Shadow Point Circle C: 423-242-8300


Chattanooga, TN 37421 F: 423-899-0528
E: jm10c7ef8@westpost.net
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A customer service-oriented Pharmacist with extensive experience in sales, new p
roduct releases, and drug interactions. Ability to lead, manage, and motivate st
aff to provide excellent patient care resulting in better patient outcomes. Team
player who enjoys working with store managers to maximize performance and sales
objectives.
A self-starter with strong ability to recognize marketing opportunities. Excelle
nt leadership and interpersonal skills in both company and customer relations wi
th the ability to develop rapport and inspire trust and confidence in others in
culturally diverse environments. Enjoy getting to know patients and family membe
rs on first name basis.
Thorough understanding of laws, regulations and standards governing new and stud
y drugs. Ability to effectively and efficiently discuss clinical information reg
arding medications from all sources (prescription, over-the-counter, herbal, etc
.) in patient-friendly language.
Recipient of over 17 sales awards. Played an integral part in introducing produc
ts such as Prozac,
Keflex, Ceclor, Davocet-N 100, Keflin, Kefzol, Mandol, Dobutrex IV, Humulin-R/N/
NPH insulins, and
growth hormones.
Professional Strengths
Market Research
Team Player
Sales Forecasting
Exceptional Customer Service
Strong Community-Based Care
Inventory Control
Extensive Product Knowledge
Employee Training & Development
Fiscal Responsibility
Clinical & Analytical Problem Solving
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EXPERIENCE
S & W PHARMACY, Dalton, GA 2007 - Present
Pharmacist in Charge & Compounding
Prepare and provide prescribed medications and other pharmaceuticals as needed f
or adequate
patient care.
Accountable for inventory and narcotic control.
Train and supervise employees.
Conduct quality control on medications for accuracy and patient drug allergies o
r
drug-drug reactions.
Selected Accomplishments:
Under the guidance of a pediatrician from Scottish Rite in Atlanta, GA, compound
ed a life saving medication that involved Viagra (sildenafil cirtrate) that incr
eased heart stroke volume in a premature pediatric patient that was not developi
ng hair, fingernails, growth or thickening of skin. The infant responded positiv
ely to the treatment.
Compounded successful topical anesthetic used on gums to relieve pain during den
tal procedures.
Identified and helped resolve a major problem involving birth control refills wi
th a patient.
PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY & COMPOUNDING SERVICES, Chattanooga, TN 2006 -
2007
Retail & Compounding Pharmacist
Compounded bio-identical hormones, veterinary products, and custom formulations
for hormones along with anti-aging medications, including Botox formulations to
be used in plastic surgery.
Jerry F. Meaders, D.Ph.
jm10c7ef8@westpost.net
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CVS, Dalton, GA 1995 - 2006


Pharmacist in Charge, Dalton, GA (2002 - 2006)
Processed over 2,000 new and refilled prescriptions weekly and recommended non-p
rescription medications that would help further patients' recovery.
Prepared medications for hospice patients. Discussed drug therapy with many term
inal hospice and cancer patients that often involved confidential discussions wi
th close family members.
Accountable for the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy. Oversaw third party bi
lling and processing of insurance. Kept up to date on pricing or inventory chang
es or drug recalls and processed them for pharmacy credit. Worked to increase ph
armacy sales, which increased overall store profits.
Trained new pharmacy technicians and worked with new pharmacy students.
Pharmacist in Charge, Trenton, GA (1995 - 2002)
Provided patient drug interaction consultation in this high volume store. Transf
erred to Dalton, GA.
ELI LILLY AND COMPANY/DISTA PRODUCTS DIVISION 1971 - 1995
Sales Triad Supervisor (1990 - 1995)
Triad Supervisor for all area promotions in Chattanooga and surrounding hospital
s. Supervised three
staff for this product promotion. Directly responsible for the release and promo
tion of Prozac and Darvocet-N 100 in the Chattanooga area.
Recipient of Presidents Golden Sales Award for meeting sales quotas for all majo
r promoted pharmaceutical products for five consecutive years. Sales in excess o
f $1.5 M.
Additional experience at Eli Lilly and Company included progressively responsibl
e positions as Hospital Representative (1985 - 1990), Medical Representative (19
78 - 1985), and Medical Sales Representative (1971 - 1978).
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EDUCATION/REGISTRATION
P.C.C.A. Pharmacy Compounding Corporation of America (2006 - Present)
Hospital Research & Development, Eli Lilly Company (1993)
Doctor of Pharmacy, State of Tennessee (1987)
R.PH. Pharmacy, State of Georgia (1971)
B.S. Pharmacy (1971)
Mercer University Pharmacy School, Atlanta, GA: Residency at Grady's Hospital Po
ison Control Unit
B.S. Biology/Chemistry, Minor in Sociology, Oglethorpe University, Atlanta, GA (
1966)
A.S. Pre-Med, Central Wesleyan College, SC (1966)
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PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
TN Pharmaceutical Association
Hamilton County Pharmaceutical Association
Society of Hamilton County Hospital Pharmacists
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MILITARY EXPERIENCE
U.S. Army Reserve, Aviation Division
Huey Helicopter Air Assault: Co-Pilot/Crew Chief/Gunner (Honorable Discharge)

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