Hi, I’m
David Rankin
823 Luminara Way San Marcos,CA
Summary
I am a pharmacist passionate about patient care. I have more than 18 years experience delivering care in a variety of dynamic settings; such as specialty prescription management, 340B program, immunizations, blood pressure tests, medication management therapy, OTC advice, COVID-19 and Flu A/B testing, digital communication, adherence programs, and consultation services. I enjoyed being part of a pharmacy team on the front line of healthcare in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The next step in my career is to continue to grow with personalized patient care that improves clinical outcomes. I am devoted to mentoring and precepting student pharmacists to foster professional growth and development.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
Work History
UCSD SpecialtyKearny Mesa, CA
Pharmacy Staff II, PD
11/23/23 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Manage Specialty Prescriptions for Cystic Fibrosis, Multiple Sclerosis, Hepatitis C, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gastroenterology, Severe Asthma, and Dermatology.
- Manage 340B program compliance, optimizing drug pricing strategies, and implementing cost-saving initiatives.
- Continued patient care through specialized medication management, therapy adherence, and initiatives.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, manufacturers, and payers to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of specialty pharmacy services.
WalgreensPoway, CA
Pharmacy Manager
08.2009 - Current
Job overview
- Oversee work activities, performance and service quality of pharmacy staff.
- Assess safety procedures and federal regulations to maintain pharmacy compliance. Ensure public safety during the challenging COVID-19 pandemic.
- Communicate compassionately while showing empathy to sick and injured.
- Dispense medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers. Review all drug interactions and proper dosing. Consult on all new prescriptions or upon request.
- Administer all vaccines that are recommended by the CDC. Managed COVID-19 immunization program to ensure proper storage, mixing and administration.
- Provide drive through COVID-19 PCR testing.
- Discuss over-the-counter medication to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
WalgreensNorth Park, CA
Pharmacy Manager
09.2006 - 08.2009
Job overview
- Opened Walgreens first HIV Community Pharmacy in San Diego.
- Educated HIV patients on their antiretroviral medications.
- Assisted with insurances and Copay assistance programs to obtain medication for patients.
- Helped with the buy-out/conversion of "Community Pharmacy" a Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy.
WalgreensLawrence, KS
Walgreens Intern
08.1999 - 05.2003
Job overview
- From then I worked at various locations as a Pharmacist, Floater Pharmacist San Francisco, PIC Walgreens Daly City, PIC Walgreens National City.
Education
University of KansasLawrence, KS
Doctor of Pharmacy
Skills
- Personnel management
- Patient safety
- Quality assurance controls
- Patient relations
- Performance metrics
- Regulatory requirements
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
08.2009 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
09.2006 - 08.2009
Walgreens Intern
Walgreens
08.1999 - 05.2003
Pharmacy Staff II, PD
UCSD Specialty
11/23/23 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
University of Kansas
Doctor of Pharmacy