Intepreted 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.
Checked medication bottles for proper labeling before allocating to patients.
Assisted patients in minimizing medical expenses by recommending generic alternative prescription medications.
Evaluated appropriateness of drug therapy based on patient-specific factors and drug information.
Responded to questions and discussed side-effects of specific brand-name and generic pharmaceuticals.
Communicated potential issues and reactions to specific medications for patients ranging from children and teenagers to adults and geriatrics.
Supervised dispensation of controlled substances using careful oversight and audit procedures.
Worked with automated dispensing systems and other pharmacy automation systems as required by department.
Monitored and counseled chronic disease patients to maximize treatment efficacy.
Managed pharmaceutical supply procurement and management processes.
Conducted blood pressure screenings and counseled patients on hypertension.
Complied with strict health, industry and organizational regulations to maintain patient safety.
Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against a variety of disease states.
Reported adverse drug events (ADE) and medication errors in alignment with regulatory policies and procedures.
Interviewed, hired and trained technicians and other support staff.
Prepared medications in blister packs for delivery to facilities.
Worked as preceptor mentor for students completing introductory and advanced pharmacy practicums.
Pharmacist
Family Pharmacy
Stevensville, MT
05.2014 - 05.2015
Compounded various medications including veterinary specialty products.
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.
Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels.
Assisted patients in minimizing medical expenses by recommending generic alternative prescription medications.
Supervised dispensation of controlled substances using careful oversight and audit procedures.
Worked as preceptor mentor for students completing introductory and advanced pharmacy practicums.
Pharmacist
Cub Pharmacy
Mankato, Minnesota
05.2012 - 06.2013
Pharmacy Manager
Facilitated training and hiring.
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.
Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
Collaborated with colleagues, technicians and leading pharmacists in effective prioritization and filling of orders.