Richard Keller
Pharmacist
Bonifay
Summary
Professional pharmacist with extensive experience in managing pharmacy operations and leading teams to achieve optimal results. Adept at ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing inventory management, and enhancing customer service. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and delivering consistent outcomes. Skilled in staff training, workflow optimization, and strategic planning, with commitment to maintaining high standards in all aspects of pharmacy management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Pharmacy Manager
Progressive Pharmacy
10.2022 - Current
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Supervised team of pharmacists and technicians, providing guidance and training to enhance skill sets and improve workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits of prescription dispensing processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety protocols to enhance patient safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline medication therapy management services, resulting in improved patient outcomes through tailored treatment plans.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients.
Pharmacist
Evans Army Community Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided patient consultations on medication usage, side effects, and interactions to enhance understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to assess medication therapy management for patients, contributing to improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Conducted medication reconciliation during patient intake to identify potential discrepancies and optimize therapeutic outcomes through careful review of patient histories.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify prescription orders, ensuring accurate and timely medication dispensing.
Pharmacy Manager
Jb Pharmacy
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels to reduce waste and ensure availability of essential medications.
- Led a high-performing team of pharmacists and technicians to deliver exceptional patient care and service.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough drug utilization reviews and monitoring potential drug interactions.
- Cultivated a customer-centric environment within the pharmacy, fostering long-term loyalty among patients.
Pharmacist
Stephens Pharmacy
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Compounded and dispensed medications accurately following prescriptions, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Managed inventory of pharmaceuticals by monitoring stock levels, placing orders, and performing regular audits to minimize waste and ensure availability.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.
Pharmacist Intern
Stephens Pharmacy
08.2016 - 09.2019
- Led medication dispensing processes, ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical standards and accuracy in prescription fulfillment.
- Mentored pharmacy students and interns, providing guidance on medication management and patient care practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to verify prescriptions, enhancing patient safety and minimizing errors.
- Conducted medication reviews to identify potential interactions or contraindications, contributing to enhanced patient outcomes.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and well-stocked pharmacy workspace, promoting an efficient workflow for all team members.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Assisted pharmacists in dispensing medications by accurately preparing and labeling prescriptions for patient pickup.
- Managed inventory levels through regular stock checks and timely ordering of supplies to ensure uninterrupted pharmacy operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service by answering inquiries, resolving issues, and educating patients on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Performed daily administrative tasks such as processing insurance claims and maintaining patient records to support smooth pharmacy workflow.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Infantry Officer
US Army
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Led tactical operations and coordinated team movements, ensuring mission objectives were met efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted in-depth reconnaissance to gather intelligence, assess enemy positions, and determine strategic advantages for successful engagement.
- Developed and implemented training programs for junior officers, enhancing their operational readiness and fostering leadership skills within the unit.
- Managed logistics for personnel deployments, including equipment procurement and maintenance, optimizing resource utilization in high-pressure environments.
- Executed complex mission planning involving risk assessment, contingency strategies, and collaboration with allied forces to enhance operational success.
- Facilitated after-action reviews to analyze mission outcomes, identifying lessons learned that informed future strategic planning and operational improvements.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Samford University
Homewood, AL 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Samford University
Homewood, AL 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hastings College
Hastings, NE 05.2001 -
Skills
Pharmacy operations management
Training and mentoring
Inventory and restocking
Regulatory compliance
Patient education and counseling
Pharmacy software proficiency
Medication therapy management
Patient counseling
Certification
Medication Therapy Management
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
Progressive Pharmacy
10.2022 - Current
Pharmacist
Evans Army Community Hospital
10.2021 - 03.2022
Pharmacy Manager
Jb Pharmacy
05.2020 - 10.2021
Pharmacist
Stephens Pharmacy
10.2019 - 05.2020
Medication Therapy Management
08-2017
Pharmacist Intern
Stephens Pharmacy
08.2016 - 09.2019
APhA Project Immunization
08-2016
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2015 - 07.2015
Infantry Officer
US Army
01.2010 - 01.2013
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Samford University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
McWhorter School of Pharmacy Samford University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Hastings College
05.2001 -
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