Accomplished Senior Staff Pharmacist with a proven track record at Houston Methodist Clear Lake, adept in medication dispensing and patient counseling. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient care through effective collaboration and a commitment to professional growth. Skilled in managing complex medication regimens, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Staff Pharmacist
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
01.2015 - Current
Providing day to day comprehensive, patient-oriented, pharmacy services to all areas of the hospital
Checking orders for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
Providing drug information and patient counseling during medication history reviews and discharge counseling
Management of pharmacist based dosing protocols such as Vancomycin, heparin
Collaborating with other health professionals for problem resolution for the achievement of patient specific goals
Providing medication therapy management to patients when requested
Supervising IV compounding activities, ensuring accuracy in preparation of custom medications according to physician specifications.
Enhancing patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
Ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical services through adherence to established standards and guidelines.
Providing comprehensive staff support during peak hours, effectively managing increased workload without compromising quality of service or patient safety.
Staff/ Clinical Pharmacist
HCA Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
08.2002 - 12.2015
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, facilitating communication and collaboration for better patient care coordination.
Educated patients on proper medication use and adherence, leading to improved health outcomes and decreased hospital readmissions.
Evaluated medication regimens for complex patients, identifying potential drug interactions and devising alternative treatment strategies when necessary.
Mentored pharmacy students fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
Skills
Providing pharmaceutical care functions such as order entry, verification, medication distribution, checking and medication reconciliation
Assuring appropriateness of ordered medications by taking into account pertinent factors such as disease state, body surface area (BSA), age, height, labs and renal function
Patient medication counseling during admission and discharge
Flexibility in scheduling
Overseeing the compounding of sterile and non Compounds
Verifying and checking chemotherapy orders
BLS certification
Certification
Board Certified in Pharmacotherapy
BLS certified
Sterile Compounding and Aseptic Technique
Timeline
Senior Staff Pharmacist
Houston Methodist Clear Lake
01.2015 - Current
Staff/ Clinical Pharmacist
HCA Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
08.2002 - 12.2015
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Texas Southern University
Board Certified in Pharmacotherapy
BLS certified
Sterile Compounding and Aseptic Technique
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