Brendan Tilden
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Dedicated pharmacy intern with a desire to serve as a staff pharmacist within the Meijer community. Passionate about working in a collaborative, team-based environment while assisting patients in achieving their optimal health and well-being. Prioritizes delivering patient satisfaction and peace of mind through gaining trust and applying the knowledge I have gained through my studies and hands-on experience. My core personal strength themes are includer, harmony, activator, positivity, and empathy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Intern
Meijer Pharmacy
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing prescription medications at various locations in Western Michigan.
- Followed the department policies and procedures while assisting pharmacists in controlled and non-controlled inventories.
- Maintained accurate patient records and medication profiles using pharmacy management software.
- Educated patients on medication usage, side effects, and safety precautions of prescription and non-prescription medications.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care and medication therapy management.
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer Pharmacy
10.2019 - 09.2022
- Processed prescription orders accurately, ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing medications and managing inventory effectively.
- Maintained prescription records and patient profiles to ensure up-to-date information.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI08-2018
Skills
- Customer service
- Patient education and counseling
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Drug inventory management
- Relationship building
- Medication therapy management
Certification
- APhaA Immunization certified
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certified
- Meijer Point of Care Testing trained
- Outcomes MTM trained
Timeline
Pharmacy Intern
Meijer Pharmacy
09.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer Pharmacy
10.2019 - 09.2022
Doctor of Pharmacy
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Grand Valley State University
Licensure
Michigan Pharmacy Intern license (2023)
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experientials
Trinity Health Muskegon Ambulatory Care APPE Rotation 05/2025-06/2025
Supervisor: Andrea Winkel, PharmD
E-mail: Andrea.Winkel@trinity-health.org
- Assisted clinical pharmacists in acquiring patient lifestyle habits, demonstrated medication administration to patients, and managed patient adherence or side effects related to medications.
Trinity Health Muskegon Specialty Pharmacy APPE Rotation 06/2025-08/2025
Supervisor: Lisa Smith, PharmD, Trinity Health Specialty Pharmacy, Western Michigan Manager
E-mail: Lisa.M.Smith@trinity-health.org
- Developed biosimilar recognition chart for the regional specialty team, drafted and submitted prior authorization requests, and administered specialty medications to patients.
Trinity Health Muskegon Health Systems APPE Rotation 08/2025-09/2025
Supervisor: Lindy Farwig
E-mail: Lindy.farwig@trinity-health.org
- Researched and helped develop Naloxone Medication Utilization Evaluation.
- Assisted clinical pharmacists in transitions of care by completing discharge medication education.
Trinity Health Muskegon Community Pharmacy APPE Rotation 09/2025-10/2025
Supervisor: Paul Miron, PharmD
E-mail: Paul.Miron@trinity-health.org
- Assisted clinical pharmacists in counseling and making recommendations to patients, administered immunizations to the community, and aided in preparing and dispensing prescription medications.