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Melinda Cruz

Clinical Pharmacist

pharmacist Lutz, FL Veterans Hospital

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

12 years at Veterans Hospital

Gender

Female

Connections

151

Position in HealthTal Database

86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Melinda Cruz is one of them.
4,948 pharmacists are based in FL (out of 96,789 total healthcare contacts in that state).
41 contacts at Veterans Hospital are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical pharmacist compensation in FL: $106,000 – $160,000 (median $131,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of pharmacists in FL: Walgreens (510), Cvs Health (267), Cvs Pharmacy (109).
3% of pharmacists in FL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
77% of pharmacists in FL have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
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Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

2007

Lewis University

2003

Skills

Pharmacy Pharmacists Clinical Research Clinical Pharmacy Healthcare Hospitals Epic Systems Patient Safety Pharmacy Automation Medication Therapy Management Patient Education Inpatient Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Operations Epic Credentialed Trainer Ambulatory Care Informatics

About Veterans Hospital

Industry

Hospitals & Physicians Clinics

Employees

5000+

Revenue

$1B+

Website

va.gov

Office Location

3637 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL

Professional Overview

Melinda Cruz is a Clinical Pharmacist, currently affiliated with Veterans Hospital, based in Lutz, FL. As a pharmacist, Cruz contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Lutz, FL. They have been with Veterans Hospital for 12 years. Cruz holds academic credentials from University of Illinois at Chicago and Lewis University. Core competencies include Pharmacy, Pharmacists, Clinical Research, Clinical Pharmacy, Healthcare. Veterans Hospital operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit pharmacist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to pharmacist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Lutz, FL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melinda Cruz located?

Melinda Cruz is based in Lutz, FL. They are currently affiliated with Veterans Hospital.

What is Melinda Cruz's specialty?

Melinda Cruz specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Clinical Pharmacist.

Where does Melinda Cruz currently work?

Melinda Cruz currently works at Veterans Hospital. They have been there for 12 years.

What is Melinda Cruz's educational background?

Melinda Cruz attended University of Illinois at Chicago and Lewis University.

How do I contact Melinda Cruz for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a pharmacist?

Recruiting pharmacists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for pharmacists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a pharmacist in FL?

pharmacists in FL typically earn $106,000 to $160,000 annually, with a median of $131,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.