Brandon Thompson
@brandonthompson
Pharmacy professional dedicated to optimizing patient medication therapy.
What I'm looking for
I am a Doctor of Pharmacy candidate with extensive experience in medication therapy management and patient care. My journey has equipped me with a robust skill set in optimizing medication therapies, conducting medication reconciliations, and providing patient education across various healthcare settings.
Throughout my clinical rotations, I have honed my abilities in both community and institutional pharmacy environments. I have successfully collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes, particularly in managing chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. My commitment to patient-centered care is reflected in my proactive approach to medication management and my dedication to continuous learning and improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
MTM Pharmacist
AspenRx
Jun 2023 - May 2024 (11 months)
Performed daily duties of an MTM pharmacist, appropriately conducting medication reconciliation via telephonic interventions. Counseled patients on various disease states, formulated patient care plans, and made significant interventions in drug utilization and cost-saving alternatives.
Electronic Prior Authorization Pharmacist
University of Florida College of Pharmacy
Nov 2021 - Jun 2022 (7 months)
Served as the only pharmacist on a team of prior authorization specialists, acting as an intermediary between doctors, nurses, insurance providers, and patients to secure medication approvals. Frequently communicated with PBMs and managed multiple medical clinics with PA requests and technical Epic questions.
Teaching Assistant
University of Florida College of Pharmacy
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year)
Served as a teaching assistant for P3 students, responsible for grading work, leading small group and classroom discussions. Assisted in inventory checks and provided support to faculty.
PGY1 Residency Medication Therapy Management
University of Florida College of Pharmacy CQM Department
Jun 2021 - Nov 2021 (5 months)
Performed daily duties of an MTM pharmacist, appropriately conducting medication reconciliation via telephonic interventions. Counseled patients on various disease states and formulated patient care plans, making significant interventions in drug utilization and cost-saving alternatives.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (Medication Reconciliation)
Maine Medical Center
Nov 2020 - Dec 2020 (1 month)
Performed duties of a medication reconciliation pharmacist, calling patients, family members, long-term care facilities, pharmacies, and doctors' offices. Acquired the most accurate medication history for each patient.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (Ambulatory Care)
Midcoast Hospital
Sep 2020 - Oct 2020 (1 month)
Shadowed an ambulatory care pharmacist in a primary care setting, contacting many patients to optimize their medication therapy plan. Answered prescriber drug information questions.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (Institutional Hospital)
Southern Maine Health Center
Aug 2020 - Sep 2020 (1 month)
Performed technician duties such as compounding, refilling Pyxis machines, and stocking inventory. Shadowed pharmacists in the central pharmacy.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (Community)
The Medicine Shoppe
Jun 2020 - Aug 2020 (2 months)
Performed both technician and pharmacist duties such as filling prescriptions, compounding medications, giving flu and shingles shots, calling insurance companies, and answering prescriber and patient questions.
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience
Hannaford
Performed technician duties such as filling and transferring prescriptions, handling insurance issues, and answering patient questions. Counseled and answered patient questions in OTC aisles, and shadowed the pharmacist on duty.
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (TPN Monitoring)
Maine Medical Center
Jan 2021 - Feb 2021 (1 month)
Shadowed pharmacists and dieticians, taking part in optimizing TPN care for patients. Analyzed lab values, doctors' notes, and provided detailed summaries of each patient to the TPN care team.
Research Assistant for Cognitive Aging Study
Northern New England Clinical & Translational Research
Jul 2020 - Sep 2020 (2 months)
Conducted multiple cognitive tests by interviewing participants in the study and performed medication reviews in each interview. Analyzed results by completing common cognitive screening tests and presented findings at UNE COP.
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience
Midcoast Hospital
May 2019 - Jun 2019 (1 month)
Performed technician duties such as compounding, refilling Pyxis machines, and stocking inventory. Shadowed pharmacists in both the central pharmacy and ICU, and attended a P&T committee meeting.
Volunteer
Homeless Animal Rescue Team
Jan 2019 - May 2019 (4 months)
Managed and administered animal medications, including selecting the correct drug, drawing up IV dosages, and injecting medications. Contributed to the well-being of rescued animals through direct pharmaceutical care.
Pharmacy Technician
10 Minute Pharmacy
Aug 2015 - Jun 2017 (1 year 10 months)
Performed daily technician duties such as filling prescriptions, checking customers out at both drive-thru and front desk, and answering phone calls from providers and customers. Compounded creams, solutions, and filled empty capsules.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of New England, College of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy
Candidate for the Doctor of Pharmacy degree, focusing on pharmaceutical studies and clinical practice. Engaged in comprehensive coursework and practical experiences to prepare for a career in pharmacy.
Trinity University
Bachelor of Arts, History
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in History, gaining strong analytical and research skills. Focused on historical contexts and critical thinking.
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