Catherine Newkirk has over 18 years of experience in pharmacy management and operations in both retail and clinical settings. She has owned and operated Medicap Pharmacy and has held pharmacy manager positions at CVS Pharmacies and North Carolina Central University Student Health Services. She has expertise in areas such as pharmacy management, business operations, team building and training, medication compounding, and quality assurance. She maintains active licensure as a pharmacist in North Carolina.

1. CATHERINE B. NEWKIRK, BA, BS, Pharm D
Chapel Hill, NC | 910.284.3929 | catherinenewkirk@yahoo.com
QUALIFICATIONS
Analytical, patient-focused Doctor of Pharmacy with 18 years of experience building, directing and
improving pharmacy operations within demanding community, retail and clinical environments. Offer broad-
based pharmacy management experience as owner and operator of Medicap Pharmacy as well as Pharmacy
Manager of CVS Pharmacies and North Carolina Central University Student Health Services. Respected trainer
and mentor with success partnering with multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in Spanish; able to build
relationships with diverse populations.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Pharmacy Management | Business Owner / Operator | Team Building & Training | Patient Satisfaction
Unique & Specific Formula Compounding | Immunization Delivery | Physician Collaboration | Quality
Assurance
Medication Therapy Management | State & Federal Legal Requirements | Inventory Management
EDUCATION
Doctor of Pharmacy
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
LICENSURE & CREDENTIALS
Pharmacist License – North Carolina, 2016
Medication Therapy Management (MTM) | Diabetic Education Certification | Certified Immunizer
Certified Compounding Specialist | ACLS, BLS & CPR Certified | Certified Smoking Cessation Counselor
Pharmacy Today Counselor of the Year Award
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DUPLIN COUNTY SERVICES TO THE AGED
CHATHAM COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING FOR EASTERN CHATHAM SENIOR CENTERS
Volunteer, 2007-Present
Engage in community outreach focused on providing healthcare education on many topics to senior citizens
across Duplin and Chatham counties. Develop and deliver educational seminars geared toward medication
management and safety preparedness; coordinate and deliver immunization clinics for seniors.
CVS
Pharmacy Manager, 1999-2001, 2007-2008, 2010-20012 | Staff Pharmacist, 1996-1999, 2005-2007, 2009
Directed daily pharmacy operations during separate tenures, expertly managing demands of both low- and
high-volume retail settings. Enforced corporate policies and procedures to drive achievement of revenue
goals and productivity targets. Partnered with district leadership to define and implement corporate
strategies; established business goals across patient service, prescription sales, and patient-base growth.
Controlled inventory and tracked P&L and profitability margins. Maintained prescription records.
Compounded unique and specific medication formulations as prescribed by physicians. Ensured staff-wide
compliance with quality assurance programs as well as federal and state laws relevant to pharmacy practice
and medication distribution; enforced safety/security measures for controlled substances.
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2. CATHERINE B. NEWKIRK, BA, BS Pharm D
• Recognized for promoting positive patient experiences via responsive communications, prompt
service and strong knowledge of pharmaceuticals.
• Streamlined multiple pharmacy processes through analysis and refinement of operations.
• Acted as preceptor for students from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and Campbell
University to encourage professional growth and success.
• Recognized as a Pharmacy Today Counselor of the Year in recognition for expertise in counseling
techniques during patient consultations.
MEDICAP PHARMACY
Pharmacy Manager, Owner, & Operator, 2002 – 2005
Managed daily operations spanning strategic planning, pharmacy management, medication dose monitoring,
dispensing, and compounding, and quality control. Trained and oversaw pharmacy staff, ensuring accuracy
and precision in dispensing of prescription medication and counseling patients. Compounded medications
using complex formulas and processes as Certified Compounding Specialist. Complied with all record keeping
requirements for controlled substances and perpetual inventory.
• Launched and directed home and group-home delivery service comprising approximately 20% of
revenue while ensuring complete adherence to unique packaging and distribution requirements.
• Conducted presentations on medication management for group home leadership.
• Maintained quality assurance and workflow efficiencies during period of rapid growth.
• Built positive, beneficial relationships with community medical institutions and private practices.
• Supported professional development of pharmacy students from leading institutions (University of
North Carolina Chapel Hill and Oregon State University) and multiple community colleges by acting
as preceptor.
EARLY CAREER EXPERIENCE
ECKERD DRUG STORES, Part-Time Relief Pharmacist, 2001 – 2003
PIEDMONT HEALTH SERVICES, Part-Time Clinical Pharmacist I, 1997 – 1999
NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL UNIVERSITY, Pharmacy Manager, Student Health Services, 1997 – 1998
LINCOLN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, Clinical Pharmacist I, 1995 – 1997
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Actively supported student learning as a preceptor throughout career, guiding professional development of
students ranging in age from high school to college. Mentored students in all aspects of pharmacy operations
for application across diverse healthcare settings. Demonstrated effective counseling techniques, helping
students practice a wide array of communication styles and instructional strategies for conveying
medication management to a diverse patient population. Instilled an uncompromising focus on quality
assurance, ensuring accuracy of physician orders and subsequent prescriptions/dosages to safeguard patient
health and promote optimal wellness.
AFFILIATIONS
Member, North Carolina Associations of Pharmacists | American Society for Consultation Pharmacists
Community Outreach Service, Duplin County Senior Services and Chatham County Senior Services
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