Pharmacy Intern

JULIA HABIB

Richmond Hill, ON *********@*******.*** 647-***-****

EDUCATION

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Science University Boston, MA Doctor of Pharmacy Graduate May 2020

Coursera – John Hopkins Online

Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials July 2020 Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Science University Online Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management Candidate Anticipated May 2022 WORK EXPERIENCE

Main Pharmacy and Clinic, Markham, ON May 2016 – Present Pharmacy Intern

• Assist in verifying and filling prescriptions, reviewing patient profiles, completing annual medication checks, all while maintaining an efficient workflow to ensure patient satisfaction and safety

• Prepare immunizations to ensure patients are compliant with CDC guidelines and assess medication therapy plans

• Operate as a liaison with Third party insurance companies, prescribers and patients to ensure viable treatment options

• Initiated pharmacy marketing and promotion of items based on seasonal issues to improve customer service and sales

Sullivan’s Pharmacy, Roslindale, MA February 2019 – May 2019 Pharmacy Technician

• Implemented compliance of USP <800> by separating hazardous drugs and proper handling

• Communicated directly with doctors’ offices for approval on new prescriptions and insurance issues

• Managed general inventory, CII inventory, filing of prescriptions ensuring compliance with federal and state law PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCE

Strategies, Quincy, MA February 2020 – March 2020

Pharmacy Consulting Firm, Preceptor: Steven Polymeros

• Completed full compressive medication reviews and monitored quarterly and annual outcome assessments tools according to the regulations in the State Operational Manuel

• Provided several clinical recommendations to healthcare professionals in the facility and thoroughly documented all conversation in a concise manner on the PointClickCare EHR software Codman Square Health Center, Dorchester, MA January 2020 – February 2020 Ambulatory Care, Preceptor: Richard Thumar (MCPHS Faculty)

• Independently conducted patient visits in primary care clinic assessing diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia

• Interpreted clinical information gathered from the patient interviews, medical record, health care providers and literature, modifying therapy and effectively communicating that information to designated providers

• Assessed appropriate drug therapy using evidence-based medicine

• Participated in various interprofessional activities with Harvard dental, medical students and preceptors Winchester Hospital, Winchester, MA November 2019 – December 2019 Internal Medicine, Preceptor: Pia Perrone

• Participated in patient rounds with medical team and was asked to provide appropriate evidence-based literature regarding lab values, IV to PO dosing, acute medication management therapy and other clinical questions Community Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy, Boston, MA September 2019 – November 2019 Community Rotation, Preceptor: Tricia Bardzak

• Assisted pharmacy manager in preparing for URAC (Utilization Review Accreditation Commission) inspection by ensuring compliance, conducting meetings, and mock interviews for the staff

• Submitted prior authorizations and communicated with insurance companies for coverage of specialty medications and limited distribution drugs

• Filed post-marketing adverse drug events to pharmaceutical companies and submitted a MedWatch report to FDA

• Enforced patient checklist to be utilized by pharmacy interns and technicians when arranging bedside delivery of medications for Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital organ transplant patients

Carney Hospital, Dorchester, MA August 2019 – September 2019 Institutional Pharmacy, Preceptor: Jami Jain (MCPHS Faculty)

• Presented frequent ISMP newsletters to the pharmacy staff

• Learned and presented on “Good Manufacturing Practices” applications necessary during the drug approvals process

Commonwealth School of Herbal Medicine, Boston, MA July 2019 - August 2019 Herbal Elective, Preceptor: Katja Swift

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Pharmacy Patient Care Process Course, Boston, MA January 2020 – February 2020 Professor of Pharmacy Practice: Dr. Richard Thumar Teaching Assistant

• Formulated patient profiles on the EHR Go software that allowed the students to learn how to collect and interpret evidence, formulate assessments, create recommendations and document activities

• Taught P2 students to navigate patient case profiles applying therapeutic knowledge and by utilizing drug databases to research literature

• Stimulated mock patient cases allowing the student to foster qualities such as respecting patient diversity, ethical responsibility and professionalism

MCPHS University Capstone Business Plan Competition September 2018 – April 2019 Manager – Effortless Beauty LLC

• Delegated responsibilities and tasks to a team of eight by working with each individual personally to identify strengths and weaknesses

• Served as the primary contact between the team and business plan project director as well as being responsible for timely submission of documents

• Developed a comprehensive business plan targeting patients with Parkinson’s that was presented to faculty and healthcare professionals in the New England area

MCPHS University Opioid Epidemic Symposium April 2019 IPhO member

• Coordinated an event incorporating hosting over 400 students. showcasing research on the opioid epidemic

• Contacted keynote speakers such as the District Attorney and other members within community to speak and educate pharmacy professors and students on the current state of United States in opioids epidemic and strategies to overcome it

MCPHS Center for Campus Life September 2016 – April 2018 Student Leader

• Functioned as a liaison between clubs and organizations, other student leaders, residence life and the Center for Campus Life (CCL) to design various events

• Presented at MCPHS workshop – Skills Techniques for Success and Study Strategies Coptic Orthodox Student Fellowship September 2017 – April 2019 Vice President

• Operated as the liaison between treasurer and president to use budget judiciously

• Conducted several “sandwich runs” and other volunteer initiative in the Greater Boston Area

• Sent out emails to over 100 students weekly reminding them of events, involvement opportunities and biweekly meetings

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS

Opioid Use Disorder Treatment

MCPHS University, April 2019

Nanoviricides: New Approaches in the Treatment of Viral Infections Strategies Consulting Company, March 2020

Tuberculosis Treatment Regimens – Pharmacy In Service Handout Codman Health Center, January 2020

Diabetes - Disease state and therapy presentation

Codman Hospital. February 2020

Canagliflozin and Renal Outcomes in Diabetic Nephropathy Winchester Hospital, November 2019

Safe Cold and Flu OTC Products and Vaccines for Patients with HIV– Patient Support Group Speciality Walgreens, October 2019

Trikafta, First Triple Combination Therapy, Approved for use in Cystic Fibrosis Patients Specialty Walgreens, September 2019

Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Revision of Pneumococcal Vaccine Guidelines Specialty Walgreens, September 2019

USP <800>: Lean Sigma Strategies

Carney Hospital, July 2019

PROFESSIONAL CLUBS

Industry Pharmacy Organization (IPhO) February 2017 – Present National Member

American Pharmacists Association (APhA) September 2017 – May 2019 National Member

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Industry Pharmacists Organization September 2017, 2018

• Participated in GenerationRX Pharmacy Carnival in Copley Square, Boston to educate the general public on different areas regarding pharmacy such as Narcan use National Community Pharmacists Organization October 2017, 2018 March 2019

• Visited Hale House and educated elderly on any medication questions or needs they had especially on hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and osteoporosis

Colleges Against Cancer October 2015, 2016, 2017

Attended an annual fundraiser called Light the Night in which we walked in Boston Common to raise funds and awareness for cancer patients

LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATION

Ontario College of Pharmacists Applicant, 628798

• Completed Ontario Jurisprudence examination

Massachusetts Licensed Pharmacy Intern, PI163792

APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certification CITI Health Information Privacy and Security (HIPS) Naloxone Administration for Overdose Certification Basic Life Support Provider and Blood Borne Pathogen Training - American Heart Association KEY SKILLS

Interpersonal: Dependable team member, organization, ambitious, leadership, time management and professional Languages: English and Arabic

Programs: Proficient in Pyxis, Intercom+, Meditech, EPIC Software: Able to utilize Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, currently enrolled in an online learning Excel program References and certifications available upon request

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