Michael Schlechter

Reading Hospital

West Reading, PA

05.1985 - Current

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.
Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels.
Supervised dispensing of controlled substances using careful oversight and audit procedures.
Worked with automated dispensing systems and other pharmacy automation systems as required by department.
Managed pharmaceutical supply procurement and management processes.
Complied with strict health, industry and organizational regulations to maintain patient safety.
Verified safety and efficacy of medication usage by reporting adverse drug effects, medication errors and other quality issues.
Evaluated appropriateness of drug therapy based on patient-specific factors and drug information.
Collaborated with colleagues, technicians and leading pharmacists in effective prioritization and filling of orders.