Major Product/SVS:
Medications and immunization
Hobbies/Sports:
Exercising dogs; Riding bike; School activities; Internet; Music; Photography
Education Degrees:
Coursework in Journalism, Nicholls State University; Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, The University of Louisiana, Monroe (1988)
Charity:
Tri-Parish; Volunteer, Nonprofit Organization
Number Of Years In Profession:
23
Number Of Years In Current Position:
6
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to being aware of her surroundings, not judging people and remembering their issues.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession she was studying journalism and her sister was a nurse studying medications and had PDRs, which she found interesting. She then decided to switch to pharmacy.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Utley has been in the pharmacy industry for 23 years and is currently a pharmacy manager at Rite Aid. She has been there for six years. She has practiced pharmacy during her 23 years in retail, hospital, clinic, and independent settings.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing the pharmacy; Supervising technicians, patient care; Filling and reviewing medications; Educating patients; Counseling; Interacting with patients, doctors and family; Ensuring compliance, immunization and patients take medicine in time; Training technicians and pharmacy interns from Xavier University
Education Certifications:
Certified Immunizing Pharmacist; Certification in Sales, Dale Carnegie; Certification in Public Speaking, Dale Carnegie
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Utley hopes to create a stronger clientèle, maintain customers, keep them happy and healthy, and also improve the business.