Christie Parker
Lancaster,VA
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacist offering Number years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Bon Secours
03.2023 - Current
- Reviewed and verified patient medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients on medication usage, side effects, and adherence strategies.
- Implemented clinical protocols to enhance medication safety and efficacy.
- Conducted medication therapy management sessions to improve therapeutic outcomes.
- Managed comprehensive medication therapy for oncology patients, ensuring optimal drug efficacy and safety.
- Provided specialized drug information to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers, enhancing oncology treatment decisionmaking.
Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
08.2021 - Current
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications and counseled patients on drugs.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
06.1996 - 08.2021
- Certified Immunization trainer and trained pharmacist in Virginia on how to give immunizations
- Held pharmacy manager and district support pharmacist positions
- Worked with automated dispensing systems and other pharmacy automation systems as required by department.
- Monitored and counseled chronic disease patients to maximize treatment efficacy.
- Conducted blood pressure screenings and counseled patients on hypertension.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia and other diseases.
- Interviewed, hired and trained technicians and other support staff.
- Worked as preceptor mentor for students completing introductory and advanced pharmacy practicums.
- Communicated potential issues and reactions to specific medications for patients ranging from children and teenagers to adults and geriatrics.
Education
Doctor Of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05.2004
Skills
- APHA Certification in Medication Therapy Management
- Pharmacy Operations Management
- Promotion of Health and Disease Prevention
- APHA Certification in Diabetes Management
- Adult immunizations
- Vaccine-preventable diseases
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Bon Secours
03.2023 - Current
Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
08.2021 - Current
Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
06.1996 - 08.2021
Doctor Of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Shenandoah University