Clinical outpatient ambulatory care pharmacist
Resume:
Gary DiRisio
Clinical pharmacist
Las Vegas, NV *9130
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Clinical pharmacist versed in comprehensive and outcome based care with over 35 years or experience ranging from retail, mail order, nuclear, hospital, clinic and ambulatory clinical care. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Clinical Pharmacist
Toiyabe Indian Health Project - Bishop, CA
January 2011 to March 2020
maintain 340b federal pricing for native american clinic with formulary, provide clinical advice for dialysis unit, work with providers and provide clinical work up and recommendations on diabetic patients (diabetic clinic coordinator), clinical rounds with providers, computer prescription order entry, fill, check and dispense medications to clinic patients when appropriate, maintain and review accurate laboratory values on patients, patient chart review with documented changes and recommendations for improved therapy, follow coumadin patients (in house coumadin clinic) with recommendations for non-therapeutic or toxic levels including bridge therapy, recommend therapy changes focusing on current standard of care practices, review DUR and DUE when appropriate, oversee pharmacy technician staff, provide pharmaceutical expertise to behavioral health department (provider and staff) including MAT program, recipient of numerous employee of the month awards, Toiyabe medical/ pharmaceutical provider appreciation award
Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Health South Hospital - Las Vegas, NV
March 2008 to June 2011
performed clinical hospital pharmacy duties, chart review, order entry, order preparation, dispense of medication (unit dose), IV dose calculations, recommendation for therapeutic blood levels
(peak, trough-aminoglycosides), maintain daily INR's on in house patients with recommendation for change, review current laboratory values on inpatients, review all CKD patients for possible administration of blood stimulating agents according to current guidelines, recommend therapeutic medication changes, maintain nursing station Pixit machines, provide in-house seminars to patients
(diabetes) or providers, provide accurate and current medication based therapy plans to doctors or nursing staff, supervise pharmacy technicians, maintain daily hospital pharmacy activities Staff Pharmacist
Costco Wholesale - Las Vegas, NV
January 1991 to May 2011
clinical staff pharmacist in charge of MTM review, prescription order entry, filling and dispensing of medications, patient consultation on Rx and OTC products, administer vaccines, maintain automatic inventory system, order medications and supplies, oversee pharmacy technicians, consult with doctors when appropriate (therapy change, prior authorization) Nuclear Pharmacist
Syncor International - Las Vegas, NV
May 1990 to October 1993
Dispensed radiopharmaceuticals according to hospital, clinic orders, performed quality control procedures on compounding of radiopharmaceuticals including correct dose, time of administration and correct compound for the procedure, performed quality control and developed safety measures regarding proper use, protection and disposal of nuclear material. Provided training to nuclear pharmacy technicians, made sure work flow was followed correctly to assure each client received their time sensitive materials on time.
Staff Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Medco Services - Las Vegas, NV
May 1988 to June 1991
Managed pre-pack area for dispensing of medications. Developed and provided quality control measures to maintain accuracy of pre-packaged medications for dispensing. Managed pharmacy staff on weekends, assisted pharmacy technicians and answered questions regarding medication use. Maintained accurate log records of medication provided to various filling stations, including narcotics, in the dispensing process. Provided customer service to patients regarding correct use of medication and safety profile
Staff Pharmacist
AARP - Las Vegas, NV
June 1986 to June 1988
Worked as staff pharmacist in mail order facility. Reviewed, edited and dispensed medications for mail delivery. Verified pharmacy technician data input and worked with technician staff regarding more efficient workflows. Maintained accurate inventory and utilization of generic medications. Assisted in patient care including consultation on drug use and safety when warranted. Staff Pharmacist
Gemmel's Pharmacy - Chino, CA
September 1985 to May 1986
Prescription data entry, filling and dispensing of pharmaceuticals, patient consultation regarding medication use including OTC products. Maintain pleasant working atmosphere with staff and patients. Maintain accurate stock levels according to business plan, including outdated medications. Maintain pharmacy in clean and presentable manner for business Education
Doctorate in Pharmacy
Idaho State University - Pocatello, ID
August 2005 to May 2010
Bachelor's in Pharmacy
University of Wyoming - Laramie, WY
August 1981 to May 1985
Associate in Biology
Fullerton College - Fullerton, CA
September 1979 to June 1981
High school diploma
Brea-Olinda High School - Brea, CA
September 1976 to June 1979
Skills
• Hospital Experience
• Clinical Pharmacy Experience
Awards
Pfizer Academic Excellence Award
May 1985
Award given for highest GPA and pharmaceutical excellence in graduating class Eli Lilly Academic Excellence Award
May 1985
Award given to top pharmacy student in graduating class Lemmon Pharmaceutical Academic Award
May 1985
Award given for highest GPA and top pharmacy student Roche Communication Award
May 1985
Award given for excellence in pharmacy communication Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities
April 1984
Recognition of academics and leadership
Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities
April 1985
Recognition of academic and leadership
Who’s Who of American Executives and Professionals July 1988
Recognition of leadership and community service
Senior I top pharmacy student SAPHA
May 1983
Award given by SAPHA for highest GPA for 3rd year pharmacy student Phi Delta Chi past president award
May 1985
Award given to previous year president of Phi Delta Chi fraternity for service to community and brotherhood
Bachelor of Science with Honor (Pharmacy)
May 1985
Given to graduating senior II pharmacy student with cumulative GPA over 3.8
(University of Wyoming)
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
April 2006
Given in recognition of scholarship, leadership and service (Idaho State University) Doctorate of Pharmacy with high honors
May 2010
Honor given to Senior II pharmacy student with cumulative GPA of 4.0 Syncor Top Gun Award
August 1990
Award given to top academic student in the study of nuclear radiopharmaceuticals Certifications and Licenses
Registered Pharmacist
October 2019 to October 2021
Registered pharmacist, State of Nevada, license #9138 Registered Pharmacist
November 2018 to November 2020
Registered pharmacist, State of California, license #39645 Registered Pharmacist
January 1989 to May 1992
Certified user license for dispensing of nuclear pharmaceuticals BLS for Healthcare Providers
July 2020 to July 2022
Basic life support training for healthcare professionals CPR & First Aid
October 2019 to October 2021
CPR and first aid training for healthcare professionals Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
July 2020 to July 2022
Advanced life support training for healthcare professionals Groups
SAPHA member
August 1983 to August 1985
Student American Pharmacist Association
APHA
June 1985 to Present
American Pharmacist Association
ACCP
June 2010 to Present
American College of Clinical Pharmacy
Phi Kappa Phi
April 1984 to May 1985
University of Wyoming member/inductee
Phi Kappa Phi
April 2007 to Present
Idaho State University member/inductee
Phi Delta Chi
February 1983 to Present
Phi Delta Chi, leaders in pharmacy, brothers for life Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society
April 1983 to May 1985
Rho Chi is an international honor society for pharmaceutical sciences
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