Melissa Timmer North
West Olive
Summary
Dedicated and detail oriented pharmacy professional known for effective patient counseling and advanced problem-solving skills. Experienced in managing high-volume prescriptions and ensuring consistent accuracy, patient safety and regulatory compliance. Committed to improving patient care through education and services to deliver exceptional medication related healthcare outcomes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Manager
Hometown Pharmacy
Norton Shores, MI
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily activities within the pharmacy, focusing on regulatory compliance and the implementation of quality assurance measures.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing medication discrepancies and improving stock accuracy.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy staff on best practices for patient care and medication dispensing.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Delivered immunization services to protect patients from influenza, pneumonia, and various infectious diseases.
- Managed telepharmacy verification processes to ensure accurate and compliant prescription dispensing for remote pharmacy services.
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
Scottsdale, AZ / Ann Arbor, MI / Holland, MI
07.2000 - 10.2022
- Supervised pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
- Counseled patients regarding proper use of medications, potential side effects and adherance strategies.
- Mentored and trained pharmacists and pharmacy technicians on best practices and operational efficiency.
Hospital Pharmacist
North Ottawa Community Hospital
Grand Haven, MI
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Reviewed and verified medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient medication regimens.
- Monitored patient responses to medications while interpreting lab results and providing necessary therapy adjustments.
Reviewed antibiotic therapy for effectiveness and appropriateness. - Provided accurate drug information to healthcare providers on the safe use of medications within the hospital setting.
- Supervised medication dispensing and sterile IV admixture compounding to ensure patient safety and compliance.
Pediatric Pharmacist
C. S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2001 - 09.2002
- Dispensed medications accurately while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize pharmacotherapy for pediatric patients.
- Conducted medication reviews, reviewed lab results and monitored antibiotic therapy to enhance patient outcomes and minimize adverse effects.
- Oversaw the preparation and dispensing processes for oral medications, IV therapy, TPN, and dialysis solutions, adhering to safety and regulatory standards.
- Assisted in establishing comprehensive protocols to ensure accurate compounding of oral medications tailored for pediatric patients.
Pharmacy Intern
Chelsea Community Hospital
Chelsea, MI
11.1997 - 08.1999
- Prepared and dispensed oral and IV medications under direct supervision of pharmacist.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure timely and precise medication order entry for inpatient services.
- Conducted medication inventory management to ensure availability of essential drugs.
- Collaborated with pharmacists in patient drug therapy monitoring activities.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MIPre Pharmacy - Chemistry And Pre Pharmacy
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MISkills
- Extensive knowledge of drug information, dosage, indication and administration
- Effective patient counseling skills
- Experience in preparation and dispensing of oral and injectable medications including sterile IV, TPN and dialysis solutions
- Skilled in drug utilization review, therapeutic drug monitoring and providing knowledgeable recommendations to optimize medication use
- Provides excellent customer service
- Trained and certified to administer immunizations
- Trained in pharmacy based health testing such as blood pressure reading, blood glucose testing and cholesterol testing
- Effective inventory management experience
- Experience managing a team of technicians operating a remote verification system
- Advanced problem solving skills coupled with meticulous organizational skills allowing for the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
- Solid clinical skills and patient focused communication skills
- Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements
Certification
Registered Pharmacist License - State of Michigan
Controlled Substance License - State of Michigan
APhA Immunization Administration Certification
BLS / CPR and AED certified through American Heart Association
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
Hometown Pharmacy
10.2022 - Current
Hospital Pharmacist
North Ottawa Community Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
Pediatric Pharmacist
C. S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan
09.2001 - 09.2002
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
07.2000 - 10.2022
Pharmacy Intern
Chelsea Community Hospital
11.1997 - 08.1999
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Michigan
Pre Pharmacy - Chemistry And Pre Pharmacy
Grand Valley State University