Ambulatory Care Pharmacist
Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic
Nottingham, MD
05.2007 - 07.2017
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications and counseled patients on drugs.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
- Dispensed medications and communicated with prescribers regarding therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels.
- Checked medication bottles for proper labeling before allocating to patients.
- Collaborated with colleagues, technicians and leading pharmacists in effective prioritization and filling of orders.
- Communicated potential issues and reactions to specific medications for patients ranging from children and teenagers to adults and geriatrics.
- Worked with automated dispensing systems and other pharmacy automation systems as required by department.
- Complied with strict health, industry and organizational regulations to maintain patient safety.
- Educated patients on medical equipment such as compression stockings, nebulizers and urinary bags.
- Reviewed and evaluated orders for non-formulary and restricted drugs for appropriateness and compliance.
- Worked closely with Pharmacy Care Representatives (PCRs) in providing excellent patient care.
