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Zach Olson

Chicago,IL

Summary

Highly adaptable Pharmacist with an extensive background in pharmacy management, prescription drug dispensing and patient consultation. With 20 years of active experience in a fast paced pharmacy environment, Olson is self-driven and highly skilled in collaborating with multiple team members and customers to ensure a positive and efficient experience overall.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Pharmacist

Walgreens
09.2015 - Current
  • Directly supervise all pharmacy technicians, interns and support staff and oversee pharmacy operations.
  • Verify prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
  • Interpret prescriptions from healthcare providers in order to properly dispense prescription medications
  • Communicate regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies

Pharmacy Technician / Intern

Walgreens
11.2003 - 09.2015
  • Answered phone calls and assisted with questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Managed input and review of customer and insurance provider information.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Organized the weekly schedule for all pharmacy technicians.
  • Ordered all necessary supplies for pharmacy operations.

Education

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Chicago State University
Chicago
05.2015

Bachelor of Science - Health Science

Benedictine University
Lisle, IL
05.2009

Associate of Science - Public Health

College of DuPage
05.2003

Skills

  • CPR Certification
  • Prescription Drug Interaction Assessment
  • Medication Inventory Management
  • HIPAA Regulations
  • APhA Certified Immunizer
  • Medication Therapy Management

Timeline

Staff Pharmacist

Walgreens
09.2015 - Current

Pharmacy Technician / Intern

Walgreens
11.2003 - 09.2015

College of DuPage

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Chicago State University

Bachelor of Science - Health Science

Benedictine University

Associate of Science - Public Health

College of DuPage
Zach Olson