Blakely Milam
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Hardworking and passionate pharmacist with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Pharmacy Supervisor position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Atrium Health University City
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced medication safety through thorough drug utilization reviews and medication therapy evaluations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to optimize patient care plans and ensure appropriate drug selection.
- Maximized efficiency within the pharmacy department by optimizing inventory management systems and minimizing waste.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations, implementing efficient workflow processes for prescription dispensing and counseling.
- Provided drug information support for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Participated in continuous quality improvement initiatives to advance pharmaceutical services at the institution level.
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Atrium Health
09.2017 - 08.2022
- Enhanced medication safety through thorough drug utilization reviews and medication therapy evaluations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to optimize patient care plans and ensure appropriate drug selection.
- Educated patients on proper medication use, side effects, and potential complications to promote adherence and optimal health outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication management and monitoring.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations, implementing efficient workflow processes for prescription dispensing and counseling.
Pharmacy Manager
Harris Teeter
02.2016 - 09.2017
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Led a high-performing team of pharmacists and technicians to deliver exceptional patient care and service.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, controlling expenses to optimize profitability without compromising quality of care.
- Cultivated a customer-centric environment within the pharmacy, fostering long-term loyalty among patients.
- Played an active role in the hiring process, identifying top talent that contributed to the team''s success in providing outstanding pharmaceutical care services.
Staff Pharmacist
Harris Teeter
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Supported clinical services such as immunizations administration, leading to increased accessibility for patients in need.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication channels among team members and promoting professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
Clinical Pharmacist
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Improved patient outcomes by providing medication therapy management and comprehensive pharmaceutical care to diverse patient populations.
- Evaluated medication regimens for complex patients, identifying potential drug interactions and devising alternative treatment strategies when necessary.
- Educated patients on proper medication use and adherence, leading to improved health outcomes and decreased hospital readmissions.
- Mentored pharmacy students and residents, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical pharmacy services within the organization.
- Enhanced clinical pharmacy services through the development and implementation of evidence-based protocols and guidelines.
Pharmacy Intern
CVS Pharmacy
05.2010 - 11.2012
Pharmacy Intern
Carolinas Medical Center
05.2012 - 09.2012
Pharmacy Technician
UNC Charlotte SHC
01.2008 - 05.2010
Education
Diplomate, Pharmacy Leadership Academy (DPLA) - Pharmacy Leadership
ASHP Foundation
Online06.2024
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Wingate University School of Pharmacy
Wingate, NC05.2014
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry -
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05.2010
Skills
- Healthcare Leadership Incident Command Certified (FEMA)
- Pharmacy Automation Systems
- Sterile technique
- Pharmacotherapy Knowledge
- Anticoagulation Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Team Development
- Inventory Management
- Pharmacy operations management
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Pharmacy Staff Management
Certification
- Registered Pharmacist, NC, 24167, 2014 - 2024
- Healthcare Leadership for Mass Casualty Incidents, U.S. Department of Homeland Security - FEMA - 04/06/2023
- Integrated Capstone Event (Healthcare Leadership), U.S. Department of Homeland Security - FEMA - 04/06/23
- Immunization Provider Certification, 03/2013
American Pharmacists Association APhA Provider
- American Heart Association - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider, 2014- Present
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience
- Michael Edgerton, PharmD, Advanced Community Pharmacy, 03/2014 - 04/2014
- Kathryn Kropp, PharmD, Advanced Hospital Pharmacy, 02/2014 - 03/2014
- Jennifer Raynor, Pharm D, Long Term Care/Geriatrics, 01/2014 - 02/2014
- Robert Ashworth, Pharm D, Cardiology/ Outcomes Research, 10/2013 - 12/2013
- Robert Ashworth, PharmD, Ambulatory Care (Cardiology), 09/2013 - 10/2013
- John Wagget, BS, Advanced Community Pharmacy, 08/2013 - 09/2013
- Charles King, BS, Nuclear Pharmacy Elective, 07/2013 - 08/2013
- Lisa Lederhouse, PharmD, Internal Medicine, 06/2013 - 07/2013
- Marko Stankovic, Pharm D, Infusion Pharmacy Elective, 05/2013 - 06/2013
Leadership Positions
- Chair, Student Finance Committee, Wingate, NC, Fall 2012 - Spring 2013
- Treasurer, Student Senate, Wingate, NC, Fall 2012 - Spring 2013
- Member, Wingate University School of Pharmacy Admissions Committee, Wingate, NC, Spring 2012 - Spring 2013
- Delegate, House of Delegates, Spring 2011 - Spring 2013
- Chair, Bridging the Gap: SNPhA, Fall 2011 - Spring 2013
Professional Service Activities
- Pharmacy Volunteer, HealthQuest non-profit pharmacy, Monroe, NC, Spring 2011 - Spring 2013
- Blood Pressure Screenings/ Glucose Checks, SNPhA/ ACCP, Monroe, NC, 01/2013; 10/2012
- Medicare Part D Counseling, Rho Chi, Monroe, NC, 11/2012 - 12/2012
- Wingate University Student Health Fair, Charlotte, NC, 10/2012; 04/2012; 12/2011
- SNPhA Health Fair, Indian Trail, NC, 10/2012; 03/2013
Community Service Activities
- Stonebridge Community Service/Outreach 2023- Present
- Charlotte Rescue Mission - 2017- Present
- Charlotte Homeless Efforts- 2019- Present
- Terre De Hommes 2002-2008 (Switzerland)
- Volunteer, Levine Children's Hospital, Charlotte, NC, Fall 2009 - Fall 2010
- Relay for Life Team Coordinator, Fall 2008 - Present
- Clean-Up for Health Quest, Monroe, NC, 04/2012; 04/2011
Presentations
- Hypereosinophilic Syndrome: A Patient Case, Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare - University Hospital, Memphis, TN, 10/27/2014
- Acutely Decompensated Heart Failure in a Patient with Multiple Newly Diagnosed Comorbidities: A Patient Case, Cape Fear Heart Associates/ New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Wilmington, NC, 10/24/2013
- Journal Club, New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Wilmington, NC, 10/15/2013
- Use of Colchicine for the Treatment of Acute Pericarditis, Cape Fear Heart Associates, 10/16/2013
- A Case of Haldol Induced Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, NHRMC, Wilmington, NC, 07/10/2013
- Myxedema Coma, a patient case and topic for discussion, NHRMC, Internal Medicine, Wilmington, NC, 07/03/2013
- Cystic Fibrosis: Specialty Infusions Patient Case and Disease State Discussion, Coram, Charlotte, Charlotte, NC, 06/2013
- Immunoglobulin administration by Subcutaneous Route, Coram Specialty Infusion, 06/2013
- Long-acting Insulin for the Treatment of Type II Diabetes: A Patient Case, Kannapolis Internal Medicine, Kannapolis, NC, 04/26/2013
- Bosulif For CML, Wingate University School of Pharmacy, Wingate, NC, 04/11/2013
- DMAA for Increased Athletic Performance, Wingate University School of Pharmacy, Wingate, NC, 10/2012
- Urosepsis in a Non-compliant HIV Patient: A Patient Case, Carolina's Medical Center-Main Campus, Charlotte, NC, 09/21/2012
- Redhawks Recognize Asthma, Monroe Middle School, Monroe, NC, 09/27/2011
- Hypovolemic Shock, Wingate University School of Pharmacy, Wingate, NC, 03/2011
Awards
- NACDS Academic Achievement Award: Top GPA, Wingate University School of Pharmacy, Wingate, NC, Fall 2010 - Spring 2012
- Dean's List, Wingate University School of Pharmacy, Wingate, NC, Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Fall 2010
- Rho Chi, Wingate University School of Pharmacy, Wingate, NC, Spring 2012
Timeline
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Atrium Health University City
08.2022 - Current
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Atrium Health
09.2017 - 08.2022
Pharmacy Manager
Harris Teeter
02.2016 - 09.2017
Staff Pharmacist
Harris Teeter
07.2015 - 02.2016
Clinical Pharmacist
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
06.2014 - 06.2015
Pharmacy Intern
Carolinas Medical Center
05.2012 - 09.2012
Pharmacy Intern
CVS Pharmacy
05.2010 - 11.2012
Pharmacy Technician
UNC Charlotte SHC
01.2008 - 05.2010
Diplomate, Pharmacy Leadership Academy (DPLA) - Pharmacy Leadership
ASHP Foundation
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Wingate University School of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry -
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
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