Julie Strong
Chicago,USA
Summary
Experienced pharmacist with a passion for contributing to improving patient outcomes. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic settings, along with strong pharmacological knowledge and attention to detail. Seeking a company to leverage strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist -Part-time
Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital-Advanced Pharmaceutical Consultants
01.2024 - Current
- Effectively prioritize tasks and organize workflow to increase efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with physicians and clinical staff to optimize patient care and improve patient outcomes.
- Monitor Omnicell medication dispensing machines within hospital to make supplies readily available to clinical staff.
- Enhance patient safety with meticulous review and verification of prescriptions for accuracy and appropriateness.
Pharmacist-Per Diem
Sinai Chicago
06.2021 - Current
- Provide consultations and answer inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
- Assist other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
- Process and provide medications to discharged patients in a timely and efficient manner.
- Work to reduce wait times at the pharmacy counter through effective communication skills and efficient multitasking abilities.
- Developed strong relationships with patients creating a loyal client base resulting in repeat business.
Pharmacy Manager
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center-Comprehensive Pharmacy Services
09.2013 - 05.2021
- Implemented a medication adherence program to help sync patients medication to prepare for monthly delivery of maintenance medications resulting in improved patient adherence to prescribed medications.
- Provided medication therapy management services to patients via Outcomes and Mirixa platforms.
- Played an active role in the hiring process, identifying top talent that contributed to the team''s success in providing outstanding pharmaceutical care services.
- Monitored controlled substances inventory and records, ensuring compliance with state regulations and preventing diversion or misuse.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and maintaining accurate documentation for audits.
- Fostered a positive work environment by addressing staff concerns promptly and fairly.
- Promoted health education initiatives, leading seminars on topics such as disease prevention and wellness programs during visits to senior centers within the community.
- Managed financial aspects of the pharmacy, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Administered immunizations and met with patients for medication consultations, effectively improving awareness of pharmacy's health services.
- Conducted regular 340B Pharmacy audits to remain in compliance with HRSA rules and regulations.
Pharmacist-Per Diem
Rush University Medical Center-Outpatient Pharmacy
09.2012 - 09.2013
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication channels among team members
- Supervised compounding activities, ensuring accuracy in preparation of custom medications according to physician specifications.
Pharmacy Manager
Target Corporation
03.2008 - 04.2013
- Managed and operated a busy retail pharmacy (~1700 prescriptions/week) for 5 years
- Maintained inventory control and managed medication ordering process in order to obtain required metrics.
- Supervised a pharmacy staff of approximately 10 employees.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance pharmacy operations
- Served as a preceptor to first year pharmacy students.
- Addressed customer complaints or issues in a timely manner, demonstrating empathy and commitment to exceptional service standards.
Clinical Pharmacist
CVS/Carmark
01.2007 - 03.2008
- Implemented medication therapy management programs for chronic disease management
- Collaborated with internal teams to ensure proper function of pharmacy client programs
- Created and updated patient education materials for compliance and persistency program
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy
05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy-Rutgers University
Skills
- Medication therapy management
- Drug information
- Therapeutic drug monitoring
- Patient Counseling
- Drug Utilization
- 340 Drug Program
- Drug inventory management
- Clinical documentation
- Patient care optimization
- Medication reconciliation
- Interprofessional collaboration
Certification
- Pharmacist Licensure (RPh) -Illinois Board of Pharmacy: 051.292428
- Immunization Certification - American Pharmacists Association.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers – American Heart Association
- Medication Therapy Management Certification (MTM)-Power Pak
- The Pharmacist and Patient-Centered Diabetes Care Certificate
Timeline
Pharmacist -Part-time
Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital-Advanced Pharmaceutical Consultants
01.2024 - Current
Pharmacist-Per Diem
Sinai Chicago
06.2021 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center-Comprehensive Pharmacy Services
09.2013 - 05.2021
Pharmacist-Per Diem
Rush University Medical Center-Outpatient Pharmacy
09.2012 - 09.2013
Pharmacy Manager
Target Corporation
03.2008 - 04.2013
Clinical Pharmacist
CVS/Carmark
01.2007 - 03.2008
- Pharmacist Licensure (RPh) -Illinois Board of Pharmacy: 051.292428
- Immunization Certification - American Pharmacists Association.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers – American Heart Association
- Medication Therapy Management Certification (MTM)-Power Pak
- The Pharmacist and Patient-Centered Diabetes Care Certificate
Doctor of Pharmacy -
University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy-Rutgers University
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