Andrew Schrimsher
Redmond,WA
Summary
Experienced pharmacist with a comprehensive background in medication therapy management and patient counseling. Demonstrated ability to verify prescription accuracy, assess drug interactions, and ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations. Successfully led off-site vaccine clinics, contributing to public health initiatives while managing daily pharmacy operations. Proficient in inventory management and therapeutic consultation, fostering effective communication with healthcare professionals and patients alike.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager
Bartell Drugs
10.2005 - Current
- Verified accuracy of prescription labels before dispensing medications.
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
- Delivered vaccinations in diverse settings, adhering to protocols and fostering community health.
- Led the administration of off-site vaccine clinics for Region 7 in Fall 2024, enhancing public health outreach.
- Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
- Managed the daily operations of retail pharmacies.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Provided medication counseling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
- Maintained records of patient profiles, including drug allergies, medications and medical histories.
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
- Ensured strict adherence to pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards, including controlled substances management.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with new medications, technology, and pharmacy practices.
Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Kirkland, Washington
10.1995 - 10.2005
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Organized inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels for all products carried by the pharmacy.
- Provided medication counseling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University Montana
Missoula, MT06-1983
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Medicine/Pharmacy
Carroll College
Helena, MTSkills
- Medication therapy management
- Vaccination delivery
- Patient counseling
- Inventory management
- Regulatory compliance
- Drug interaction assessment
- Public health outreach
- Customer service
- Therapeutic consultation
- Team leadership
- Administering vaccines
- Controlled substance tracking
- Therapeutic recommendations
- Staff training
- Promotion of health and disease prevention
- Medication dispensing
- Interpreting and processing medication orders
- Prescription filling
- Customer service and communication skills
- Reviewing prescriptions
- Disease state management
Certification
- Washington State Certified Vaccinator
Timeline
Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager
Bartell Drugs
10.2005 - Current
Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager
Walgreen's Pharmacy
10.1995 - 10.2005
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University Montana
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Medicine/Pharmacy
Carroll College