Medical Management

BRIAN J. CATTON

CONTACT INFORMATION

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Middletown, PA 17057

Phone: 717-***-****

E mail: ******.******@*****.***

CAREER OBJECTIVE

By obtaining the Medical Information Specialist position, Creative Solutions Services will receive meticulous documents

through medical erudition, effective communication, and adherence to regulatory and ethical standards.

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bernard J. Dunn School of Pharmacy, Shenandoah University August 2006 – August 2010

Winchester, VA 22601

Doctor of Pharmacy awarded

Shenandoah University August 2004 – May 2006

Winchester, VA 22601

Pre Pharmacy Curriculum (No degree awarded)

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Weis Markets, Inc. – Licensed Staff Pharmacist October 2012 – March 2013

Mifflintown, PA

• Dispensed 2,100 medications weekly suitable to patients’ health conditions at the busiest store within the chain

• Enabled 10 patients to save potentially hundreds of healthcare dollars through utilizing MTM services

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Improved efficiency of workflow for patients receiving immunizations against influenza and shingles

Home Solutions Inc. – Clinical Pharmacist September 2011 – September 2012

York, PA

• Applied sterile compounding techniques to create medications compliant to USP <797> guidelines

• Evaluated laboratory results from patient’s current therapy to ensure safety and efficacy

• Monitored 25 TPN patients through analyzing lab values and collaborating with on staff Registered Dietitian

Wal*Mart Pharmacy – Licensed Staff Pharmacist

May 2011 – August 2011

Duncansville, PA

• Concisely informed patients about proper medication use, side effects, and drug interactions

• Contacted regional doctors to verify weight and indication for pediatric antibiotic suspensions

• Prepared two pharmacy interns to successfully pass NAPLEX and MPJE examinations

Walgreens Pharmacy – Pharmacy Intern May 2007 – August 2010

Ashburn, VA

• Assessed 40 glucose levels, cholesterol levels, and blood pressure at weekly store health fairs during Summer 2007

• Successfully completed pharmacy intern projects dealing with multiple aspects of community pharmacy practice

• Developed proficiency in patient counseling through answering medication and over the counter questions

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE

Authorization to Administer Injectables – Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy November 2012 – September 2014

Pharmacist & Patient Centered Diabetes Care Certificate American Pharmacists Association May 2012 Indefinite

CPR Certification – American Heart Association February 2012

Pharmacist License – Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy March 2011 – September 2014

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

New Practitioner Member, Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association December 2011 – Present

New Practitioner Member, American Pharmacists Association March 2011 – Present

Member, Alpha Lambda Delta February 2005 – Indefinite

PUBLICATIONS

Catton, B (2012, January 14). Pharmacists Safely Provide Immunizations to the Public. Juniata Online. Retrieved from

http://juniataonlinenews.blogspot.com/2013/01/pharmacists safely provide.html?m=0 .

Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association (2012). Pharmacists Support National Cholesterol Awareness Month [Press

Release]. Retrieved from http://www.papharmacists.com/associations/12462/files/Press%20Release %20September

%202012%20National%20Cholesterol%20Awareness%20Month.pdf.

SKILLS

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, drug databases, medical articles, and disease state management

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Intentionally leads by enabling co workers to enhance their competencies and increasing their confidence

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Quickly understands and implements new concepts and devices

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Self motivated and pliable, effectively prioritizing and meeting deadlines either independently or collaboratively

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AWARDS AND HONORS

“Know Pain Know Gain” – Pain Management Patient Counseling Competition Winner February 2012

Top 10 Local Winner: Patient Counseling Competition January 2009

Eagle Scout Award June 2006

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Strikes for Strays February 2013

• Bowled and raised $200 for stray animals in greater Harrisburg area

Boys & Girls Club August 2012

• Donated backpacks filled with school supplies for children

Central Pennsylvania Humane Society May 2011 – August 2011

• Maintained healthy kennel environment for puppies and dogs

Second Mile September 2010 – April 2011

• Spent time with at risk children throughout the Altoona and Blair county region

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