Rhenda Phaire

About Rhenda Phaire

As high-achieving board-certified pharmacist and corporate director, I am well-known for my expertise in oversight of pharmacy operations, executing strategies to drive success, delivering patient care, and driving business turnarounds across clinical, specialty, and community care environments. I am frequently sought after for my subject-matter expertise and ability to offer deep insights and advisement to colleagues, physicians, and patients. BUSINESS STRATEGY & DEVELOPMENTI have consistently leveraged business acumen and leadership abilities to optimize pharmacy operations, integrate new practices, and identify new growth opportunities. Worked in collaboration with executives to identify funds to reduce impact of high out-of-pocket costs for patients. Partnered with physician practices on an initiative to obtain medications at lowest cost; worked with pharmacy and physician practices to optimize profits. Engaged in successful business transitions, including driving seamless integrations of acquired pharmacies into existing operations.OPERATIONS & DEVELOPMENTDuring my tenure, I have earned recognition for successful turnarounds and key operational changes. Credited for role as a trainer; employed leadership acumen and technical skills to educate staff and managers on patient care, administrative operations, and compliance. Championed greater team engagement and performance; motivated team members to train absorbed colleagues from inherited pharmacies on company culture and workflows. Worked to eliminate improper prescription-filling practices from an inherited pharmacy; bolstered safety, reduced thefts, and regained pharmacy’s family-friendly reputation. Recognized for role in pharmacies securing a URAC, ACHC, and ACHC + Oncology Distinction accreditation; implemented key processes and polices to enhance quality standards.PATIENT CARE & WELL-BEINGOver the course of my career, I have worked closely with healthcare professionals to consistently achieve optimal patient outcomes. I leverage technology-driven tools to maximize patient care. Provided clinical recommendations related to high-risk medications and drug interactions and communicated effectively to patients and providers. Led responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, including establishing testing sites. As a pharmacist, I’ve been successful in broadening patient access to affordable prescription drugs and managing 340B drug pricing programs.

Experience

1. Cross Portfolio Field Reimbursement Manager

   Genentech

   Oct 2024 — Present

   Expertly navigate complex reimbursement barriers to enhance patient access to Genentech’s portfolio of products. Engage with key decision-makers to tackle intricate patient access challenges and develop strategic reimbursement plans. Provide education and insights to stakeholders on payer policies and reimbursement programs, fostering a deeper understanding of the landscape.

Education

• Virginia Commonwealth University - School of Business

  Master of Business Administration , Business Administration and Management, General

• Virginia Tech

  Bachelor of Science in Biology, Health Studies Honors Diploma

• Virginia Commonwealth University

  Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy