Joseph Holt
Clinical Pharmacist
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Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in managing pharmacy operations, providing pharmaceutical care, leading clinical teams, and enhancing medication efficacy and safety. Proven experience in optimizing drug therapy and reducing unnecessary prescriptions, particularly psychotropics, in elderly populations. Adept at verifying and reviewing prescriptions in compliance with regulatory standards in diverse clinical settings. Strategic in developing and enforcing policies that meet industry standards and regulatory requirements. Committed to fostering a learning environment that encourages continuous professional development within clinical settings. Areas of Expertise
Clinical Pharmacy Management
Patient Safety Initiatives
Healthcare Quality Improvement
Patient-Centric Care
Medication Therapy Management
Regulatory Compliance
Patient Counseling & Education
Team Leadership & Development
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Professional Experience
PRUITTHEALTH — Valdosta, GA
Clinical Pharmacy Manager
2006 – 2024
Directed a team of clinical pharmacists in optimizing drug therapy for elderly patients, focusing on reducing unnecessary medication and psychotropic use. Developed and enforced policies and procedures that align with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Collaborated with healthcare teams to evaluate medication efficacy and safety. Provided clinical knowledge and leadership as well as fostered a learning environment for continuous professional development within the pharmacy department. Notable Contributions/Accomplishments:
Spearheaded a medication reduction program that significantly decreased the medication burden in the elderly population served.
Led the clinical pharmacy team in contributing to the company's I-SNP plan receiving and maintaining a 5-star rating.
Implemented strategic initiatives to ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective pharmaceutical care.
Cultivated an environment of clinical excellence, resulting in enhanced patient care and support. Additional Experience
Staff Pharmacist RITE AID — Adel, GA
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Pharmacy University of Georgia — Athens, GA, US Certification & Licenses
Certification in Pre-Pharmacy Valdosta State University — Valdosta, GA, US Georgia Pharmacy License #17489
Florida Pharmacy License #PS56114
Florida Consulting Pharmacy License #PU8268
Volunteer Experience & Professional Affiliations
Volunteer Second Harvest of South Georgia Food Bank, May 2024 – Present President, Board of Directors Georgia Pharmacy Association, Jun 2023 – Present Board Member Georgia Pharmacy Foundation, Jun 2020 – Present Board Member Georgia Pharmacy Association, Jun 2020 – Jun 2023