Brian Russell
Edwardsville,IL
Summary
Dynamic healthcare leader with a proven track record at Walmart Pharmacy, excelling in associate leadership and development. Spearheaded initiatives that achieved top regional rankings in clinical services, while fostering a results-oriented culture. A critical thinker committed to quality assurance and driving process improvements that enhance patient outcomes and business success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Market Health and Wellness Director/ PCSM
Walmart Pharmacy
02.2017 - Current
- Lead market of pharmacy and Vision teams, managing P&L and metrics, analyzing and adapting to information leading to improved patient outcomes and successful business results.
- Empower associates to take ownership of their roles in the healthcare community, challenging them to make positive impact on their patients and communities.
- Develop talent within market to prepare for future roles within the organization leading to multiple promotions inside and outside of Market
- Lead multiple markets to top regional performance in patient care and business metrics.
Pharmacy Manager/technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
12.2004 - 01.2017
- Achieved pharmacy business objectives by establishing benchmarks and leading a team of pharmacy employees with a vision for excellence in patient care.
- Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations to provide excellent outcomes for patients.
- Provided Market level presentations educating pharmacy teams in multiple areas including immunizations, MTM, and Medicare plans.
- Lead in community outreach to establish offsite clinics and charitable events. Efforts resulted in 26 offsite events and clinics.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL04.2013
Skills
- Ambitious self-motivator
- Effective in handling concurrent responsibilities
- Professional development support
- Performance-focused
- Operational efficiency enhancement
- Strategic thinker
- Transformative leadership
- Inspirational leadership
Accomplishments
- MHWD of the Quarter for Region 25 Q2 & Q3 of FYE26
- Lead and supported dual markets in 2020, 2022, and 2025.
- Supported Specialty medication growth for Division E in 2019 to deliver measurable impact across the Division.
- Part of the 2019/2020 Division E SOAR team working on individual growth and development to positively impact the organization.
- Created operation for training and developing new team members within market; setting standard for development in pharmacy.
- Outstanding Student Leader of the Year at SIUE 2009/2010. Lead Outstanding Organization of the Year 2010
- Community event organization to raise over $15,000 for HIV Youth Aids
Timeline
Market Health and Wellness Director/ PCSM
Walmart Pharmacy
02.2017 - Current
Pharmacy Manager/technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
12.2004 - 01.2017
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville