Richard Pelton
Pharmacist
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dedicated clinical pharmacist with expertise in patient counseling, pharmacotherapy, and adverse drug reaction monitoring. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize patient health outcomes.
Experienced with medication therapy management and patient counseling. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving to enhance patient care and optimize treatment plans. Knowledge of regulatory standards and clinical guidelines, ensuring compliance and safety in all pharmaceutical practices.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
US Veterans Affairs Department
Tampa, FL
02.2000 - 05.2024
- Provided expert medication therapy management to optimize patient health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for veterans.
- Conducted comprehensive medication reviews, ensuring optimal pharmacotherapy and safety.
- Educated patients on medication use, adherence strategies, and potential side effects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Trained pharmacy residents and interns on clinical care and medication dispensing.
- Educated patients on proper medication use.
- Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
Deputy Sheriff (RII)
HCSO
Hillsborough County, FL
09.1997 - 08.2021
- Enforced laws and regulations to ensure public safety and community trust.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence to support legal proceedings.
- Patrolled assigned areas, responding promptly to emergencies and calls for service.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance crime prevention strategies and community outreach programs.
- Served warrants efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to legal guidelines and procedures.
- Participated actively in ongoing training programs designed to enhance skills necessary for deputy sheriff duties.
- Assessed potentially dangerous situations quickly; employed de-escalation techniques when needed to maintain peace.
Staff Pharmacist
National Rx Services' / MerkMedco
Tampa, FL
01.1987 - 01.2000
- Dispensed medications accurately while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Reviewed and interpreted prescriptions to identify potential drug interactions and contraindications.
- Provided patient counseling on medication usage, side effects, and adherence strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize pharmacotherapy plans for patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop customized medication plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Master of Science -
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WYSkills
- Adverse drug reaction monitoring
- Infectious disease management
- Immunization administration
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Pharmacy automation systems
- Patient counseling
- Drug utilization review
- Pharmacotherapy
- Intravenous compounding
- Clinical documentation
- Staff supervision evenings and weekends
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members. Weekend and Evenings
- Achieved Weekend Management through effectively helping with Health care problems and outcomes.
- Community Care Patient coordination from outsourced patients
- Charting and professional records entries.
- Staff Inoculations
- Cycle count and full weekend inventory of Narcotics
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
US Veterans Affairs Department
02.2000 - 05.2024
Deputy Sheriff (RII)
HCSO
09.1997 - 08.2021
Staff Pharmacist
National Rx Services' / MerkMedco
01.1987 - 01.2000
Master of Science -
University of Wyoming
Life Savings Awards (2)
Assisting victims and potential victims as First responder. Stabilization for transfer utilizing life saving techniques (Boating accident)
Assisted in multi-boating capsize and drowning. Rescue and trnsport
MBA in Supervisory Management
University of Phoenix MBA Program
Supervisory in personnel management