Carrie Casey
Lakewood
Summary
Dedicated clinical pharmacist experienced in managing complex chronic diseases. Skilled in medication therapy optimization and patient counseling, contributing to improved adherence and health outcomes. Eager to leverage expertise in specialty medication roles to enhance patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Common Spirit Health
Tacoma, WA
05.2015 - Current
Clinical Pharmacist with extensive experience in primary care, anticoagulation, and rheumatology. Skilled in managing complex chronic disease states, optimizing medication therapy, providing comprehensive medication education, monitoring therapeutic effectiveness of therapies and providing safe and evidence-based pharmacological care for patients. Known for strong patient communication, medication education, clinical problem solving, and providing high-quality patient-centered care.
Education
PharmD
University of Washington School of Pharmacy
Seattle, WA03-2015
Skills
- Comprehensive medication management - including assessment, initiation, adjustment and discontinuation of pharmacotherapy in primary care, anticoagulation, and rheumatology Reviewing patient medications for interactions, safety, efficacy, and adherence to optimize patient outcomes
- Interprofessional Collaboration - Work as a provider under a CDTM to help manage chronic disease states (DM, HTN, Anticoagulation, Rheumatology, etc) Provide comprehensive medication reviews and provide recommendations to help improve patient outcomes
- Patient Education and Counseling - Provide comprehensive education on complex and high-risk medication regimens including, but not limited to, dosing, administration, side effects, and expected outcomes Teach patients proper use of medical devices, (Glucometers, CGMs, Injectables, inhalers, etc) to ensure correct medication administration and dosing Encourage lifestyle modifications when appropriate
- Communication and workflow - Utilize communication styles involving empathy, active listening, motivational interviewing, clear verbal and nonverbal communication which helps to build patient trust and understanding Accustomed to working in high volume and fast-paced clinics Able to triage tasks to be more proficient Managing time while providing excellent patient care is a priority
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Common Spirit Health
05.2015 - Current
PharmD
University of Washington School of Pharmacy