Richard Aikin
San Angelo,TX
Summary
Resourceful Pharmacist with 30 years experience in reviewing prescriptions to process and dispense medications. Talented in coordinating with pharmacy staff to prioritize urgent requests while simultaneously driving accuracy, safety and confidentiality of patient information. Expert communicator when working closely with staff, numerous patients, administrators and healthcare professionals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
Garro's Pharmacy
Utica, NY
04.2023 - Current
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions or allergies before dispensing medications.
- Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
- Created new customer profiles and updated information in pharmacy computer systems.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
Insurance Agent
V2 Financials
Kennesaw, Georgia
04.2018 - Current
- Analyzed customer needs and provided best options, upselling products and services.
- Delivered outstanding customer service and built rapport with clients.
Pharmacist Full Time 40 Hrs/week
Walgreens Boots Alliance
San Angelo, TX
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Monitored medication inventory levels and kept detailed documentation in company software.
- Provided consultations to patients to explain directions for prescription use.
- Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
Pharmacist II 40 Hrs/week
San Angelo State Supported Living Center
Carlsbad, TX
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Oversaw drug preparation and distribution activities to provide safe, efficient care for patients.
- Communicated with member physicians to prevent harmful drug reactions, therapy duplications and allergic reactions.
- Preserved state and federal record keeping for legend drugs and controlled substances.
- Oversaw and monitored dispensation of controlled substances according to regulatory requirements.
Pharmacist/Minority Owner
Rx Mart Pharmacy LLC
Acworth, GA
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions or allergies before dispensing medications.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Counseled patients on proper use of medications, responding to questions and discussing side effects of both specific brand-name and generic pharmaceuticals.
- Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers.
Pharmacist 40 Hrs/week
CVS Health
Cartersville, Georgia
03.2012 - 11.2019
- Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
- Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Oversaw drug preparation and distribution activities to provide safe, efficient care for patients.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
Pharmacist 40 Hrs/week
Walmart
Dallas, Georgia
08.2003 - 02.2012
- Reviewed orders from physicians for prescriptions, handled drug dispensing and answered questions from patients regarding medications.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy support technicians.
- Handled third-party insurance processing tasks to assist patients.
- Managed weekly schedules and requests for leave.
- Delivered pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Financial Planning And Services
Kaplin Online
OnlineBachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Albany College of Pharmacy
Albany, NY05.1992
Skills
- Dispensing medicines
- Monthly narcotic inventories
- Interpreting orders
- Calculating doses
- Overseeing pharmacy operations
- Drug interaction understanding
- Administering vaccines
- Resolving complaints
Additional Information
Active member of the St. Vincent DePaul Society,Dallas,Ga
Certification
Series 65 license
CPR certified
AHIP certified Medicare sales agent
Immunization certified
Pharmacist licenses in Texas,NY,
and Georgia.
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
Garro's Pharmacy
04.2023 - Current
Pharmacist II 40 Hrs/week
San Angelo State Supported Living Center
04.2022 - 06.2022
Pharmacist Full Time 40 Hrs/week
Walgreens Boots Alliance
10.2021 - 09.2022
Pharmacist/Minority Owner
Rx Mart Pharmacy LLC
05.2020 - 04.2021
Insurance Agent
V2 Financials
04.2018 - Current
Pharmacist 40 Hrs/week
CVS Health
03.2012 - 11.2019
Pharmacist 40 Hrs/week
Walmart
08.2003 - 02.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Financial Planning And Services
Kaplin Online
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Albany College of Pharmacy
Series 65 license
CPR certified
AHIP certified Medicare sales agent
Immunization certified
Pharmacist licenses in Texas,NY,
and Georgia.
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