Crystann Ruther
Burlington,IA
Summary
Seasoned Pharmacist with extensive experience across retail and medical settings, including Great River Medical Center and Walmart. Skilled in patient counseling and prescription verification, significantly enhancing therapeutic outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and a profound commitment to pharmacy ethics. Proven track record in improving medication dispensing processes.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
Great River Medical Center
11.2000 - Current
- Evaluated pharmacological regimens, identifying opportunities for improving therapeutic effectiveness. This includes antibiotic and anticoagulant monitoring.
- Currently working in oncology mixing chemotherapy medications following USP 800 regulations.
Pharmacist
Walgreens
01.2000 - 11.2000
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
Pharmacist
Walmart
09.1999 - 12.1999
- Engaged in retail dispensing duties on a part-time basis.
Pharmacist
Kaiser Permanente
06.1993 - 08.1999
- Executed diverse responsibilities across multiple positions within Kaiser Permanente HMO.
- Retail pharmacist dispensing monthly supply of prescriptions and offering counseling for HMO members.
- Call Center pharmacist serving as a resource to nurses and a physician to offer advice. For example, choosing formulary options for new patients, and recommending OTC medications.
- Travel Clinic pharmacist making vaccination recommendations and offering illness prevention information to members traveling abroad.
Pharmacist
Walgreen’s
06.1992 - 06.1993
- Float Pharmacist working at retail locations in Denver, Boulder and Colorado Springs
Education
Bachelor Of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.1992
Skills
- Customer service and communication skills
- Prescription verification
- Drug inventory management
- Medication dispensing
- Dispensing medications
- Patient counseling
- Patient education
- Prescription filling
- Patient education and counseling
- Sales skills
- Pharmacy ethics
- Pharmacy inventory and recordkeeping
Timeline
Pharmacist
Great River Medical Center
11.2000 - Current
Pharmacist
Walgreens
01.2000 - 11.2000
Pharmacist
Walmart
09.1999 - 12.1999
Pharmacist
Kaiser Permanente
06.1993 - 08.1999
Pharmacist
Walgreen’s
06.1992 - 06.1993
Bachelor Of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Iowa
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