Michael Blessman
Canton,IL
Summary
Capable pharmacist well-versed in collaborating with patients and healthcare team members to help alleviate symptoms and address root causes of medical issues. Experienced in calculating doses, preparing compounds and providing competent care. Exceptional relationship-building, communication and team leadership abilities gained during 27 year career in the field. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist-in-Charge
Alwan Pharmacy And Compounding Center
Peoria, IL
07.2021 - Current
- Closely monitored department performance metrics.
- Managed drug and supply inventories.
- Processed over 300 prescriptions per day in busy pharmacy achieving decreased customer wait times and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction.
- Completed accurate cycle counts, inventory management and will-calls for customers.
- Hand counted controlled medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects and specified use.
- Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
- Adhered to pharmacy laws and code of ethics.
Pharmacist
182nd Illinois Air National Guard
Peoria, IL
08.2010 - Current
- Developed and maintained mobile pharmacy for Civilian Emergency Response Force Package or CERFP.
- Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians and other medical professionals to discuss and carry out orders.
- Prepacked bulk medicines, filled bottles with prescribed medications and affixed correct labels.
Pharmacy Manager/Compounding Pharmacist
Essential Wellness Pharmacy
Peoria, IL
04.2014 - 07.2021
- Review prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain needed ingredients, and to evaluate their suitability.
- Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper storage.
- Plan, implement, or maintain procedures for mixing, packaging, or labeling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements, to ensure quality, security, and proper disposal.
- Supported customer service associates by addressing technical or product-related inquiries and identifying compounding solutions.
- Collaborated with physicians and other medical professionals to discuss and carry out orders.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects and specified use.
Pharmacist-in-Charge
Hy-Vee Inc.
Galesburg, IL
06.2012 - 03.2014
- Assisted patients in minimizing medical expenses by recommending generic alternative prescription medications.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects and specified use.
- Compared prescription details against safety standards and insurance requirements to support patients.
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia and other diseases.
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreens
Canton, IL
08.2011 - 05.2012
- Properly filled and dispensed average of 350 prescriptions per day.
- Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing, and receiving.
- Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.
- Reconstituted oral liquids.
- Saved patients money and increased pharmacy profit margins with therapeutically equivalent and more cost-effective generic drugs.
Pharmacy Owner/Pharmacist-in-Charge
Blessman Pharmacy
Canton, IL
07.1995 - 08.2011
- Led team of 8 in interpreting, validating, and filling prescription orders and counseling customers on medications, appropriate dosage and self-administration schedules, side effects, and possible interactions.
- Processed over 400 prescriptions per day in busy pharmacy achieving decreased customer wait times and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects and specified use.
- Checked medication bottles for proper labeling before allocating to patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Chicago College of Pharmacy - Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL05.1995
No Degree - Pharmacy (Pre-Pharmacy)
University of Toledo
Toledo, OHBachelor of Science - Marketing
Northeast Missouri State University - Truman State
Kirksville, MO05.1989
Associate of Science - Science Education
Spoon River College
Canton, IL05.1986
Skills
- USP 797 and USP 800 knowledge
- FDA Drug Safety Guidelines
- Coordinating inventory
- Overseeing technicians
- Preparing Sterile and Non-Sterile Compounds
- Customer Service and Communication Skills
- Pharmacy operations management
- Vaccination Administrator
- COVID-19 Testing Management
- COVID-19 Antibody Testing Administrator
Accomplishments
Professional Compounding Centers of America Certified.
USP 797 and USP 800 qualified.
Lieutenant Colonel in Illinois Air National Guard.
Awarded Medal of Achievement for receiving a score of excellence of pharmacy aspect during external evaluation.
President of local Rebuilding together (2005-2006).
President of local Kiwanis Club (2004).
Timeline
Pharmacist-in-Charge
Alwan Pharmacy And Compounding Center
07.2021 - Current
Pharmacy Manager/Compounding Pharmacist
Essential Wellness Pharmacy
04.2014 - 07.2021
Pharmacist-in-Charge
Hy-Vee Inc.
06.2012 - 03.2014
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreens
08.2011 - 05.2012
Pharmacist
182nd Illinois Air National Guard
08.2010 - Current
Pharmacy Owner/Pharmacist-in-Charge
Blessman Pharmacy
07.1995 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Chicago College of Pharmacy - Midwestern University
No Degree - Pharmacy (Pre-Pharmacy)
University of Toledo
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Northeast Missouri State University - Truman State
Associate of Science - Science Education
Spoon River College