Brittany Starowitz
Louisville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate pharmacist with over 20 years of progressive experience in the pharmacy field, starting as a technician and advancing to Pharmacist in Charge. Proven track record in patient care, inventory management, staff supervision, and pharmacy compliance. Passionate about improving patient outcomes and mentoring the next generation of pharmacy professionals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist in Charge
Meijer
Louisville
03.2012 - Current
- The role is to dispense, compound, label, store, and ensure the proper use of pharmaceutical preparations.
- Contributing to the efficient operation of the pharmacy department, involving a combination of healthcare, logistics, regulatory compliance, and customer service.
- Managing the pharmacy technicians involves a supervisory and leadership role in guiding pharmacy technicians, scheduling, training, performance evaluations, and conflict resolutions to ensure the pharmacy operates safely, efficiently, and legally.
- Participated in advancing the goals, missions, and objectives of the company.
- Using the principles of pharmaceutical care, I delivered patient-centered care to actively work to ensure the safe, effective, and individualized use of medications. This includes assessing each patient’s health needs, identifying potential drug-related problems, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize the patient’s therapeutic regimen, as well as educating them on their medication.
- Contributed to the education of colleagues by delivering presentations and actively participating in meetings to share knowledge and best practices with fellow pharmacists and technicians.
- Leading pharmacy staff on the medication use process, from dispensing, administering, and monitoring, to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes. It involves multiple steps and healthcare professionals working together to prevent errors and optimize therapy.
- Maintained a high level of collaboration and communication with physicians, nurses, patients, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care, and optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Applied problem-solving skills to proactively identify operational and clinical challenges, develop evidence-based solutions, and implement strategies that enhanced workflow efficiency, improved patient safety, and ensured regulatory compliance.
- Supported and advanced the quality improvement (QI) process by identifying and addressing medication errors, near misses, and patient safety concerns; participated in and led internal audits and responses to external inspections; and developed and continuously monitored performance improvement indicators while leading pharmacy work teams to meet clinical and quality standards of care.
- Managed labor and budget for a high-volume pharmacy, dispensing over 3,000 prescriptions weekly, overseeing staffing and resource allocation for both technicians and pharmacists.
- Exercised professional judgment on a daily basis by integrating clinical expertise, patient-centered care, ethical decision-making, situational awareness, and risk management to ensure safe and effective medication use.
- Ensured the pharmacy complied with state, federal, and Board of Pharmacy regulations by maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, and verifying staff licenses and certifications.
- Managed daily pharmacy operations by overseeing workflow, staffing, and quality assurance; implemented and monitored standard operating procedures for dispensing, safety, and security; and maintained inventory control while monitoring for drug shortages and expired medications.
- Served as the primary contact for regulatory bodies and corporate management, prepared for and responded to inspections and investigations, and submitted required reports.
- Focused on patient-centered care by addressing the individual needs, preferences, and values of patients to optimize medication therapy and health outcomes, while collaborating with patients to make informed decisions about their care.
Staff Pharmacist
Meijer
Louisville
07.2011 - 03.2012
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies, and accurately logged items into the inventory system. Assisted with inventory control processes, including ordering supplies, and reconciling invoices.
- Accurately dispensed prescriptions, ensuring the correct drug, dosage, and usage instructions, while reviewing potential drug interactions, contraindications, and allergies to ensure patient safety.
- Provided patient counseling on the correct use of medications, including dosage, side effects, and potential interactions; advised on lifestyle modifications, such as diet and exercise, to complement therapy; and educated patients on preventive healthcare measures, including vaccinations, smoking cessation, and proper medication storage.
- Participated in Medication Therapy Management (MTM) to ensure appropriateness for the patient's condition, checking for drug interactions or side effects, provided therapeutic recommendations and adjustments in collaboration with healthcare providers, and conducted follow-up assessments to monitor patient adherence and therapy effectiveness.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to optimize drug therapy and adjust treatment plans based on patient needs; provided drug information, and evidence-based recommendations to support clinical decisions.
- Ensured pharmacy compliance with state, federal, and local regulations, including controlled substance laws, record-keeping, and reporting; maintained accurate records for prescriptions, controlled substances, and drug inventories.
- Provided preventive care services, including vaccinations and health screenings (e.g., blood pressure, cholesterol); engaged in chronic disease management counseling; and identified and addressed early symptoms of drug-related problems, such as side effects or complications.
- I stayed current with the latest pharmaceutical research, drug approvals, and treatment guidelines; I actively participated in continuing education to maintain licensure and stay informed in a rapidly evolving field.
Pharmacy Intern
Meijer
Louisville
07.2008 - 06.2011
- Worked closely with licensed pharmacists to apply their academic knowledge in real-world pharmacy settings. Their duties encompass medication dispensing, patient counseling, inventory management, clinical support, and regulatory compliance, all while gaining experience in a variety of pharmacy practice areas.
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer
Louisville
10.2002 - 06.2008
- Supported the smooth and efficient operation of the pharmacy by handling tasks such as medication dispensing, inventory management, patient interactions, and drug safety checks. They work closely with pharmacists to ensure medication accuracy, patient safety, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Education
Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) -
Sullivan University College of Pharmacy
Louisville, KY06-2011
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Patient counseling
- Collaborative
- Computer literacy
- Problem solving
- Active listening
- Medication dispensing
- Pharmacy management
- Customer service
- Medication therapy management
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacist in Kentucky
- Licensed Pharmacist in Indiana
- Immunization certified
- CPR and First Aide certified
- Naloxone certified
- Kentucky Board of Pharamcy Preceptor
Affiliations
- Guest speaker and recruiter at college of pharmacy
- Volunteer at Elementary School
- Volunteer at Kentucky Humane Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pharmacist in Charge
Meijer
03.2012 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Meijer
07.2011 - 03.2012
Pharmacy Intern
Meijer
07.2008 - 06.2011
Pharmacy Technician
Meijer
10.2002 - 06.2008
Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) -
Sullivan University College of Pharmacy
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