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Michael Olszewski

@michaelolszewski

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Dynamic clinical pharmacy specialist with expertise in critical care.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to integrate data science with clinical pharmacy to enhance patient care.

I am a dynamic and results-oriented clinical pharmacy specialist with extensive experience in acute care practice, particularly in pharmacotherapy and critical care pharmacy. My proven track record includes developing and implementing pharmaceutical care services that enhance patient outcomes while minimizing adverse drug events. I am currently completing the IBM Data Science Certificate course to integrate advanced data science, machine learning, and AI methodologies into clinical pharmacy practices.

Throughout my career, I have held various positions, including Clinical Pharmacist Specialist at Catawba Valley Medical Center, where I lead initiatives to improve medication management and patient safety. I have also served as a primary preceptor for pharmacy residents and students, emphasizing the importance of education and mentorship in the pharmacy profession. My commitment to leveraging innovative technologies to transform healthcare delivery drives my passion for optimizing medication management strategies.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

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Catawba Valley Medical Center

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

As a Clinical Pharmacist Specialist, I develop and evaluate pharmaceutical care services, focusing on reducing adverse drug events. I precept pharmacy students and residents, chair the antimicrobial stewardship committee, and provide therapeutic drug monitoring and consultations.

Pharmaceutical Care Drug Monitoring Patient Counseling Antimicrobial Stewardship Clinical Evaluation Precepting Students Medication Management

Clinical Pharmacist II

Catawba Valley Medical Center

May 2016 - Oct 2023 (7 years 5 months)

In my role as Clinical Pharmacist II, I developed and evaluated pharmaceutical care services, provided therapeutic drug monitoring, and counseled patients on medication use while participating in interdisciplinary rounds and formulary decisions.

Pharmaceutical Care Drug Monitoring Patient Counseling Clinical Evaluation Medication Management Adverse Drug Event Reduction

Clinical Pharmacist

CaroMont Regional Medical Center

Jun 2007 - Oct 2016 (9 years 4 months)

As a Clinical Pharmacist, I was responsible for the development and evaluation of pharmaceutical care services, order entry verification, and renal dosage adjustments while supervising pharmacy technicians and precepting pharmacy residents.

Pharmaceutical Care Order Entry Renal Dosage Adjustments Pharmacy Supervision Medication Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Nova Southeastern University College of Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy

2003 - 2007

Completed a Doctor of Pharmacy program focusing on pharmacotherapy and clinical pharmacy practices, preparing for a career in acute care and critical care pharmacy.