Kyle Kirby
Mason City,IA
Summary
Experienced pharmacist proficient in community and hospital environments, specializing in medication therapy management and patient education. Successfully conducted wellness screenings and immunizations while optimizing pharmacotherapy regimens to enhance patient outcomes. Demonstrates strong communication skills and a commitment to personalized care, contributing significantly to healthcare teams. Aims to further improve healthcare delivery through innovative patient-centric strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
Mason City, IA
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Educated nursing staff on proper administration techniques of various medications used within the facility.
- Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
- Provided pharmacokinetic consultations to optimize dosing regimens for individual patients.
- Reviewed patient medical records for drug allergies, interactions, and contraindications to ensure safe medication use.
- Assessed medication orders for appropriateness regarding dosing, route of administration, and frequency.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Oversaw and monitored dispensation of controlled substances according to regulatory requirements.
Community Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2020 - 12.2023
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly and efficiently in a courteous manner.
- Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
- Maintained awareness of potential drug interactions through continuous review of patient profiles.
- Maintained lines of communication with patients, providing instructions and general support.
- Maintained compliance with state and federal drug laws.
- Dispensed prescription medications following established protocols including state and federal regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly in a professional manner.
- Collaborated with public health officials to ensure compliance with state guidelines for administering COVID-19 vaccines.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Participated in training sessions related to new procedures or techniques associated with administering the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Participated in community outreach programs to increase vaccine awareness and uptake.
- Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of vaccine supplies.
Pharmacy Intern
Avera LTC Pharmacy
Sioux Falls, SD
12.2017 - 05.2020
- Prepared sterile products for intravenous admixture according to established protocols.
- Supervised staff and motivated top performance against pharmacy objectives.
- Filled orders for medications from automated dispensing machines.
- Followed company guidelines for scanning and keying in items.
- Supported timely and proper processing of prescriptions in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD05-2020
Master of Arts - Biological Sciences
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2012
Skills
- Medication dispensing and immunizations
- Drug preparation
- Order dispensing
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient education and counseling
- Drug utilization evaluation
Affiliations
- Woodworking
- Botany
- Cooking
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Elementary
Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
01.2025 - 01.2025
Community Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
05.2020 - 12.2023
Pharmacy Intern
Avera LTC Pharmacy
12.2017 - 05.2020
- BLS Certification
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences
South Dakota State University
Master of Arts - Biological Sciences
University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Dakota
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