Derrick Harris
Colonial Heights
Summary
Resourceful pharmacist with extensive experience in prescription review and medication dispensing. Proven ability to coordinate pharmacy staff to prioritize urgent requests while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Strong communicator with expertise in patient counseling and pharmacy operations management. Committed to enhancing patient safety and healthcare outcomes through effective medication management and adherence to industry regulations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director of Community Pharmacy
Genoa Healthcare
Richmond
03.2025 - Current
- Analyzed operational processes to enhance patient care delivery.
- Ensured accurate entry of prescription information into billing system.
- Ordered pharmacy supplies and monitored inventory levels.
- Oversaw performance and service quality of pharmacy staff.
- Communicated with patients compassionately while safeguarding medical information.
- Conducted regular audits of patient records for HIPAA compliance.
- Maintained exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and complaints.
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, ensuring adherence to regulations.
Per Diem Pharmacist
Genoa Healthcare
Richmond
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Accurately dispensed medications tailored to diverse patient needs.
- Reviewed and verified prescription orders for safety and compliance.
- Counseled patients and caregivers on medication use, including side effects and storage.
- Evaluated prescription refill requests to assess therapy appropriateness.
- Provided immunizations following state regulations.
- Resolved medication discrepancies promptly to enhance patient safety.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing patient concerns with professionalism.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive medication management.
Pharmacy Manager
At Home Harmony
Henrico
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, ensuring adherence to regulations and safety protocols.
- Supervised pharmacy staff, delegating tasks to enhance workflow efficiency and service quality.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels for medications and supplies.
- Coordinated medication therapy management and counseling sessions for patients.
- Trained new staff on pharmacy procedures and customer service standards, fostering a knowledgeable team.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient treatment plans and medication usage.
- Conducted audits of patient records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and accuracy in billing.
- Analyzed prescribing trends, implementing measures to prevent excessive usage while securing drugs against theft.
Associate Director of Community Pharmacy
Genoa Healthcare
Farmville
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Oversaw daily pharmacy operations and staff scheduling to ensure efficiency.
- Supervised inventory management, maintaining optimal medication stock levels.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop patient medication plans.
- Implemented quality assurance measures, ensuring prescription accuracy.
- Monitored performance metrics to improve service delivery outcomes.
- Facilitated patient consultations on medication usage and side effects.
- Evaluated processes for effectiveness, recommending enhancements as needed.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations governing medication sales.
Per Diem Pharmacist
At Home Harmony
Henrico
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Accurately dispensed medications tailored to diverse patient needs and requirements.
- Reviewed prescription orders for safety and compliance, ensuring proper medication use.
- Counseled patients and caregivers on medication use, side effects, and storage instructions.
- Promptly resolved medication discrepancies to maintain optimal patient care.
- Evaluated prescription refill requests to assess continued therapy suitability.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care services.
- Consulted with patients to clarify dosage directions and potential side effects.
- Assisted customers by addressing medical-related inquiries and offering healthcare guidance.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Richmond
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Dispensed medications precisely according to prescriptions and safety protocols.
- Counseled patients on medication administration and potential side effects.
- Trained pharmacy technicians on operational procedures and industry best practices.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.
- Implemented streamlined workflow processes to enhance service delivery.
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, including ordering, stocking, dispensing, and compounding.
- Administered vaccines to protect patients from communicable diseases.
- Assessed patient needs to recommend appropriate OTC products and provide dosage guidance.
Staff Pharmacist
SimpleDose by CVS Health
Ashland
04.2019 - 07.2023
- Accurately dispensed medications based on prescriptions while checking for dosage and interactions.
- Reviewed patient profiles for potential drug interactions and allergies to ensure safety.
- Provided comprehensive patient counseling on medication usage, side effects, and interactions.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability and compliance with regulations.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain secure pharmacy environment.
- Trained pharmacy staff on operational procedures and best practices for efficiency.
- Conducted medication therapy management to improve patient outcomes effectively.
- Facilitated implementation of automated dispensing systems to enhance workflow efficiency.
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart
Richmond
05.2017 - 04.2019
- Accurately dispensed medications according to prescriptions while ensuring compliance.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain medication availability and regulatory adherence.
- Provided thorough patient counseling on proper medication usage and potential side effects.
- Reviewed patient profiles to identify drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications.
- Checked prescriptions for correct dosage and interactions before dispensing medications.
- Oversaw prescription filling in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Administered immunizations and conducted patient consultations to enhance health services.
- Analyzed drug utilization patterns to recommend cost-effective therapeutic alternatives.
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart
Chester
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and safety procedures.
- Supervised staff, delegating tasks to enhance workflow efficiency and service quality.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels for medications.
- Coordinated patient medication therapy management and counseling sessions effectively.
- Trained new staff on pharmacy procedures and customer service standards.
- Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
- Compiled monthly reports on sales figures, inventory levels, and customer satisfaction metrics.
- Performed regular audits of patient records to ensure HIPAA compliance.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Richmond
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Accurately dispensed medications based on prescriptions while ensuring compliance with policies.
- Reviewed patient profiles for drug interactions and allergies to promote safety.
- Conducted medication therapy management to improve patient outcomes and adherence.
- Administered vaccines, including flu shots and shingles vaccines, following state regulations.
- Provided detailed counseling on medication usage, side effects, and storage requirements.
- Managed inventory levels to maintain medication availability and prevent shortages.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, interactions, and allergies before dispensing.
- Discussed over-the-counter options with patients to address individual symptoms.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05-2014
Skills
- Medication therapy management
- Prescription accuracy
- Inventory control
- Patient counseling
- HIPAA compliance
- Quality assurance
- Regulatory adherence
- Operational analysis
- Healthcare collaboration
- Staff supervision
- Team development
- Performance evaluation
- Decision-making
Certification
- Pharmacist License | Virginia Board of Pharmacy | 0202213474
- BLS Certified | American Red Cross
- Immunization Certified | American Pharmacist Association
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Director of Community Pharmacy
Genoa Healthcare
03.2025 - Current
Per Diem Pharmacist
Genoa Healthcare
05.2024 - 03.2025
Pharmacy Manager
At Home Harmony
05.2024 - 01.2025
Associate Director of Community Pharmacy
Genoa Healthcare
10.2023 - 05.2024
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
07.2023 - 09.2023
Per Diem Pharmacist
At Home Harmony
06.2023 - 05.2024
Staff Pharmacist
SimpleDose by CVS Health
04.2019 - 07.2023
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart
05.2017 - 04.2019
Pharmacy Manager
Walmart
08.2016 - 05.2017
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
09.2014 - 08.2016
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Hampton University
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