1. RICHARD SIMON, PHARM.D.
103 Cherry St., Framingham, MA 01701 (508) 808-2065 richard-
simon1@hotmail.com
SUMMARY:
Licensed pharmacist with over 20 years of experience providing quality patient care in Massachusetts hospitals, high-
volume retail stores, and long-term care facilities. Skilled as a clinical pharmacist and manager at start-ups and established
organizations. Extensive supervisory experiences, known for ability to model superior customer service behaviors,
enforce protocols and provide guidance to other associates. Outstanding interpersonal skills with a positive track record of
developing relationships with customers, medical professionals, insurance providers, and pharmaceutical
representatives/manufacturers. Infusion, compounding and consulting expertise.
“Rich was hardworking, resourceful and went the extra mile.” Boston Children’s Hospital Anesthesiologist
“Rich always has an eye for workflow efficiency.” Pharmacy Owner
EXPERIENCE:
Contract/Part-time Pharmacist 2011-2015
Belmont Pharmacy, Belmont, MA (April 2015-September 2015)
The lead pharmacist, hired to get this start-up venture up and running. Interviewed and trained staff, ensured compliance
with Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy regulations. Negotiated contracts with 3rd
party vendors and wholesalers.
Ordered pharmacy stock and OTC medications. Directed media outreach.
Dan’s Specialty Pharmacy, Nantucket, MA (November 2013 to November 2014)
As pharmacy manager, exceeded client expectations. Maintained adequate inventory levels through major seasonal
fluctuations. Oversaw Medicare billing and third party adjudication.
EL Paso Children’s Hospital, El Paso, TX (April 2013 to October 2013)
Clinical pharmacist manager responsible for opening the pharmacy within this new hospital. Planned, designed and
implemented service delivery model and clinical intervention program. Provided clinical leadership for the department
and exceeded expectations as a clinical pharmacy. Scheduled Medicine Division pharmacists and technician staff;
maintained active involvement in P&T and JACHO committees.
CVS Caremark, Greater Boston, MA (May 2012 to April 2013)
Floating staff pharmacist for multiple, high-volume stores throughout Greater Boston.
Diamoto Medical, Shrewsbury, MA (March 2012 to September 2012)
The clinical parental nutrition pharmacist responsible for monitored home infusion patients. Trained pharmacy
technicians on proper mixing, packaging and labeling techniques.
Clinical Pharmacist III 1997 to 2011
Boston Children’s Hospital, Boston, MA
Serviced multiple high-volume, fast paced units, including 5 critical care, 2 oncology and acute care pediatric units.
Managed operating room pharmacy, routinely collaborating with medical staff on pre and post operative care.
Select Accomplishments:
• Asked to lead the opening of the Waltham ambulatory services offering.
• Selected as the clinical specialist for regional poison center. Trained staff on emergency calls procedures.
• Co-authored, with chief of surgery, guidelines for surgical suite antimicrobial use.
• Identified need for, and developed the narcotic waste documentation program for anesthesia department.
• Served on pain service and post anesthesia care team, attended rounds, advised on pain management.
Retail Experience:
• CVS Caremark Greater Boston
• Belmont Pharmacy
• Dan’s Specialty Pharmacy
• Dunnington Drug
Hospital/Long Term Care Experience:
• Boston Children’s Hospital
• El Paso Children’s Hospital
• Diamoto Medical
• Pelham Health Care Services
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Hospice Pharmacy Manager 1994 to 1997
Pelham Health Care Services, Brookline, MA
Managed daily hospice and long-term care pharmacy operations. Established pain medication therapies for better patient
care. Compounded medications in accordance PCCA guidelines.
Consultant Pharmacist
1990 to 1994
Dunnington Drug, Brockton, MA
Reviewed 1,700 monthly drug regimens for nursing facilities. Trained nursing staff. Awarded “consultant of the month”
multiple times for operational efficiency improvement programs.
EDUCATION:
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, Boston, Massachusetts
Doctor of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
License - Massachusetts Pharmacy Registration PH 21206 Expires 12/31/2016
PUBLICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
Peri-Anesthesia Nursing Care 2010 Ch19 Pediatric Patients p173 MH Treatment Tables 19-4, 5 Schnur M
Simon R Children’s Hospital 2010
Member, American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists
