DAVID BUTLER
Hermon,ME
Summary
PHARMACIST with 39 years of leadership in high-traffic, retail operations, has comprehensive pharmaceutical knowledge, exceptional customer service skills, and a well-earned reputation for growing business at every place of employment. In-depth understanding of medical terminology, insurance eligibility, and how federal regulations affect healthcare services. Builds durable professional relationships, and inspires employees to achieve at the highest level. Licensed in state of Maine to practice and to give immunizations.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Manager
PENOBSCOT NATION HEALTH CLINIC
05.2016 - Current
- Manage a staff of 3
- Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other health care professionals in a community health clinic
- Perform the following duties of managing a pharmacy: keeping inventory; managing new medications based on the needs of the community; keep the pharmacy updated according to the rules and regulations of the State of Maine and various pharmaceutical associations; and, handle and dispense narcotics in accordance with Federal regulations
- Certified to administer vaccinations.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, controlling expenses to optimize profitability without compromising quality of care.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients.
Pharmacy Manager
BEDARD PHARMACY
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Motivated pharmacy technicians to strive for safe and effective medication delivery at independent pharmacy where dollar care was as important as customer care
- Worked closely with physicians and other medical personnel to provide timely and correct medicine
- Contributed to an increase in weekly prescriptions
- Maintained accurate patient profiles, and consistent communication with physicians
- Filled prescription requests in a timely manner and always assisted customers with courtesy.
Staff Pharmacist
WALMART
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Increased an already large client base from 2300 RX's weekly to 5000 during the course of employment, including active contribution to the $4 program
- Stickler for detailed documentation of orders received/picked up, refills, and dosages
- Collaborated well with staff, assisting with customers or preparing compound prescriptions.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Supported clinical services such as immunizations administration, leading to increased accessibility for patients in need.
- Coordinated pharmacy staff schedule and assisted with personnel monitoring and performance evaluations.
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate medication dispensing and thorough counseling on drug interactions.
- Provided comprehensive staff support during peak hours, effectively managing increased workload without compromising quality of service or patient safety.
Pharmacy Manager
RITE AID
01.1985 - 01.2006
- Guided performance of facility and staff, reviewed and monitored physician orders for safe and effective medication delivery
- In-depth product knowledge supported ability to explain drug side-effects, dosage, and general information regarding prescriptions in simple terms
- Utilized welcoming approach to customer service to build large following of loyal clients, many for more than a decade
- Employee advocate, maintained open communication with staff and created a positive atmosphere in which all could achieve at the highest level
- Acknowledged by coworkers as insightful mentor, adept at training new hires and coaching staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
Boston, MA05.1985
Skills
- Inventory and restocking
- Inventory Control
- Pharmacy operations management
- Drug utilization review
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Training
- Patient education and counseling
Professional Assessment
Particular expertise in vitamins and herbs, and how they interact with a broad range of prescriptions., Demonstrated success maintaining a large client base, with consistent referrals due to high customer satisfaction., Advance skill evaluating client's medication profile for therapeutic duplication, prescription noncompliance, and adverse reactions., Able to explain difficult medical concepts in easy to understand terms, and ensure that patient goals and treatments are understood., Maintains awareness of best practices. Broad experience provides insight moving forward.
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
PENOBSCOT NATION HEALTH CLINIC
05.2016 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
BEDARD PHARMACY
01.2013 - 03.2016
Staff Pharmacist
WALMART
01.2006 - 01.2013
Pharmacy Manager
RITE AID
01.1985 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
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