Dynamic Clinical Pharmacist with extensive experience at CalvertHealth Medical Center, excelling in medication management and patient counseling. Proven track record in optimizing therapeutic outcomes through comprehensive drug utilization reviews and effective healthcare collaboration. Skilled in sterile product preparation and staff supervision, ensuring high-quality pharmaceutical care and patient safety.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
CalvertHealth Medical Center
Prince Frederick
09.2010 - Current
Assessed medication orders for appropriateness regarding dosing, route of administration, and frequency.
Prepared medications based on physician orders.
Conducted comprehensive medication reviews to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
Conducted regular reviews of medication profiles to identify possible adverse reactions or duplications in therapy.
Instructed physicians on correct medication dosages.
Investigated drug information requests from health care providers including indications, dosing regimens, contraindications, interactions, adverse reactions.
Compounded sterile products according to USP 797 standards when necessary.
Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, offering pharmaceutical expertise to healthcare providers.
Monitored patient medication profiles for drug interactions, duplications, and contraindications.
Answered patient questions and data requests.
Detected and reported therapeutic incompatibilities.
Staff Pharmacist
Foodlion Grocery Store
Waldorf
02.2008 - 11.2011
Provided medication counseling to patients on proper use, side effects and potential drug interactions.
Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
Oversaw drug preparation and distribution activities to provide safe, efficient care for patients.
Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.
Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
Analyzed drug utilization patterns in order to recommend cost-effective therapeutic alternatives.
Oversaw compounding of special medications to meet unique patient needs, following precise formulas and protocols.
Monitored medication stock levels to ensure timely replenishment of supplies.
Trained new technicians to provide excellent customer service which resulted in higher customer satisfaction scores.
Compounded, packaged, labeled and dispensed medications.
Relief Pharmacist
Advocate RX Solutions
Baltimore
11.2005 - 05.2011
Performed pharmacist duties at various locations such as retail establishments, hospitals and long term care facilities
Reviewed physician's orders for appropriateness of dosage form, route of administration, and allergies before dispensing medication.
Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.
Educated patients about side effects associated with their medications and how to minimize them when appropriate.
Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
Prepared medications based on physician orders.
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart
La Plata
09.2004 - 01.2006
Provided professional consultation services on drug therapy options for patients.
Ordered inventory on weekly basis to meet anticipated demand and reduce backorders.
Compiled monthly reports on sales figures, inventory levels, customer satisfaction scores and other metrics as required by management.
Oversaw work activities, performance and service quality of pharmacy staff.
Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired technicians.
Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers.
Staff Pharmacist
Southern Maryland Hospital
Clinton
11.2003 - 09.2004
Performed quality assurance and medication safety checks to minimize errors and adverse drug events.
Dispensed and delivered patient medications to patients throughout hospital.
Managed the filling and dispensing of prescriptions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate patient medication profiles, including allergies, conditions, and concurrent medications.
Prepared sterile products according to USP 797 standards using aseptic technique.
Reviewed physician orders for appropriateness prior to dispensing medications.