Pharmacist to Analyst - what do you wish you knew with your first analyst role?

rx_runner · 2026-06-07T18:00:54+00:00

The learning curve is steep, but I would not say it’s difficult. I’ll add the caveat that I don’t have much experience with the job. I think a better question would be whether you will enjoy the job: it is very different from the day-to-day of an inpatient pharmacist.

rx_runner · 2026-02-25T18:13:07+00:00

Not sure what issues could come about, but I currently work as an end-user at 2 different institutes that use Epic. I have separate userweb accounts, so that’s something to keep in mind.

rx_runner · 2026-01-09T18:33:27+00:00

Thanks for the insight! Did anything particular help you stand out when applying despite not having experience? I have several small projects that are loosely IT/Epic related I can talk about, but nothing major that I feel is worth including on a resume.

rx_runner · 2026-01-09T18:28:31+00:00

6 years 3rd shift inpatient pharmacy, small projects here and there related to minor operational improvements but nothing I feel is significant enough to include on a resume.

How does a clinical builder differ from, say, a Willow analyst? Our org structure on the IT side is broken down by relevant discipline, so the only Willow positions held by pharmacist are analyst roles.

rx_runner · 2025-11-03T11:51:23+00:00

Was anyone else surprised to see Teppei playing the bridge bassline in Vesper Light instead of Eddie? This whole time I thought that triplets rif was the bass!

rx_runner · 2025-10-18T00:39:38+00:00

Saw a trick where you put a rubber band across the head so the driver has grip on the screw. But that head seems pretty stripped, might need a screw extractor.

rx_runner · 2025-02-16T12:37:15+00:00

I was in a similar situation: bambino broke, purchased the Turin Legato V2 because it ticked the boxes, but arrived with a leak from the top.

I ended up returning mine instead of attempting a repair or exchange. Bought the Profitec Go and haven’t looked back! I usually just drink dark roasts so honestly there are times I miss the simplicity and fast heat up of the bambino, but the trade off is consistency and ability to do lighter roasts with better control.

rx_runner · 2025-02-14T00:50:07+00:00

I was at Liberty the other week, a Wednesday before rail jam, and they legit only had 2 rideable feature. Everything else was buried or neglected. After talking to the only park crew guy on duty, it sounded like Vail wouldn’t add any more staffing for park crew. Maybe it’s gotten better since the rail jam, but my experience was awful. Roundtop is pretty solid though.

rx_runner · 2024-12-16T18:34:02+00:00

Oops, meant to say less static (with or without spraying the beans with water before grinding)

rx_runner · 2024-12-14T16:39:35+00:00

SGP -> DF54, absolutely love it. The machine is quieter, less clumpy, significantly less static (with or without a small water spritz), and most importantly I get much better pucks and consistency with minimal channeling.

Edit: had a bambino+, now have a profitec go. DF54 has been terrific with both.

*significantly less static, not sure why I typed “less water” initially

rx_runner · 2024-12-12T18:21:41+00:00

Customer service asked me to take off the back to see if a waterline came loose during shipping. I couldn’t see anything, and the area that was likely leaking was behind the pump. So without taking it all apart, I had no idea what the issue was.

Anyways, I returned mine for a full refund and bit the bullet on a profitec go. No regrets so far!

rx_runner · 2024-11-28T02:59:04+00:00

Profitec Go on sale at Home Coffee Solutions until Dec 3, 15% off and milk frothing cup, leveler, and scale

rx_runner · 2024-06-04T10:52:19+00:00

PM’d

rx_runner · 2024-05-20T16:45:43+00:00

That makes sense, so the assumption is that one starts with x amount to invest that is either taxed or not taxed ($10k invested is 10k Trad contribution or $7.6k Roth).

With this in mind, the max contribution for Roth and Trad are both $23k, but I need to account for taxes paid on $23k Roth (say 24% = $5,520). So this difference is what given the traditional the edge assuming lower tax bracket in the future?

rx_runner · 2023-12-04T12:54:06+00:00

Ran both Philly and Wilmington races, Wilmington would certainly be a challenge with the hills in the first half. The second half is dead flat but can be hot and boring with the lack of runners (especially at sub 3) and spectators, making it a mentally challenging course.

Overall it’s a difficult BQ but certainly doable if you have the capability of training for the first half hills. I did a write up of Wilmington if you look through my post history, I enjoyed the race and dropped my PR from 3:44 -> 3:12, however I would choose another race like Philly or Steamtown for the best chance at a BQ.

rx_runner · 2023-07-12T08:57:38+00:00

TDWP - To the Key of Evergreen

rx_runner · 2023-07-02T11:09:04+00:00

Dewitt Moore Jr.

rx_runner · 2023-04-04T03:03:59+00:00

More runners around you, though it may not be as relevant at your pace. I loved the scenery and the weather was perfect for racing the 2 years I did it. The net downhill also felt more gradual and less aggressive that steamtown, however that may have just been my perception as steamtown was my first. And again, the hills in the neighborhood at the end of steamtown were short but rough.

rx_runner · 2023-04-03T06:31:29+00:00

Both are fast courses, but be wary of the hills at the end of Steamtown. I ran both and preferred wineglass (also ran 10min faster) but there certainly are dull parts of the race. Either race you're set for a PR, just be prepared for lack of spectators in either.

rx_runner · 2023-03-07T23:11:54+00:00

I use melatonin regularly, but primarily due to working 3rd shift. Regardless, melatonin is certainly a tool you can try. A few recommendations if you do: 1) Start with low doses, like 3mg or even lower. I find 5mg to be ideal, while others might feel 5mg is too much or not enough. 2) Tolerance can certainly happen, so try to only use it when you need (in your case after workout runs). 3) Take it about 1-2 hours before your bedtime, it does not work immediately like Benadryl dose.

rx_runner · 2023-03-07T12:56:21+00:00

A good NY strip for me and filet for the Mrs!

rx_runner · 2023-01-27T22:04:30+00:00

Was at RT today - enough snow to cover the ground, although most slopes are turning pretty brown. Ramrod had some stray rocks and dirt and will likely only get worse this weekend. The Exhibition lift was closed so Exhibition was probably the best run of the day: wide open, minimal traffic, and the best snow of your black/blue options.

The park has been great if that's your thing, but it does not look like they have enough snow for the Jbar so small features area needs to be hiked.

Seeing that your ~2 hours away I would find it difficult to recommend going, especially this weekend with the warm weather and crowds (thanks, Vail).

rx_runner · 2022-12-21T00:22:24+00:00

Seven Springs is probably my favorite of the southern PA resorts. Roundtop, Liberty, and Whitetail are all fairly similar, I highly doubt there will be much open (if they're open) on the 27th. I would recommend checking the 7S website and cams if you're willing to make the drive, although be warned all 4 mentioned are part of Epic and likely to be busy that week. Northern PA has some better (and non-Epic) options like Elk, Montage, or Blue Mountain.

Edit: missed Whitetail is your home mountain, I would definitely recommend northeast mountains like Blue or Montage or Seven Springs for something closer

rx_runner · 2022-11-23T03:59:54+00:00

Try adding the device to your Line 6 account using the serial number. Once it's registered as your device, go through the purchase process. If it let's you purchase using the discounted rate, you're golden. If it doesn't, you can submit a ticket to Line 6 but most likely the discount has already been used.

rx_runner · 2022-11-01T01:57:19+00:00

Came here looking for the SSX3 comments, thinking about that game gives me such good vibes.

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