Pharmacist
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Vikita Gondalia, PharmD
*** ********** **, *********, ** 19047 ***************@*****.*** 267-***-**** EDUCATION
Doctor of Pharmacy May 2023
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, Saint Joseph’s University Philadelphia, PA Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Studies May 2021 Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, University of the Sciences Philadelphia, PA PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY TRAINING
PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency Jun. 2023 - Oct. 2023
St. Mary Medical Center Langhorne, PA
PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY EXPERIENCES
Roxborough Memorial Hospital Mar. 2025 - Present
Staff Pharmacist Philadelphia, PA
Kindred Hospital Aug. 2024 - Present
Staff Pharmacist Philadelphia, PA
Assessed patient charts for newly admitted patients and performed medication reconciliation, providing medication recommendations to the medical team
Recommended dose adjustments based on patients’ renal function and implemented targeted antibiotic therapies once the culture and sensitivity (C&S) reports were available
Managed new Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) orders and facilitated daily TPN renewals, adjusting electrolyte levels in accordance with the latest lab results, and monitored titratable infusions (e.g., heparin, fentanyl, norepinephrine) to ensure precise administration aligned with patients’ evolving needs CVS Pharmacy Feb. 2024 - Present
Floater Pharmacist Fairless Hills, PA
Collaborated closely with various doctor’s offices to ensure timely and accurate medication fulfillment for patients
Assisted the pharmacy team in processing new prescriptions, including pill counting, label printing, NDC verification, and answering phone calls
Counseled patients on the importance of medication adherence to optimize health outcomes PharMerica May 2024 - Jan. 2025
Staff Pharmacist King of Prussia/Horsham, PA
Reviewed electronic prescriptions and faxes as the first verification step, followed by analyzing the products/medications as the second verification for patients residing at long-term facilities
Collaborated closely with the order entry team to ensure accurate medication and National Drug Codes
(NDC) selection, while effectively responding to phone inquiries from nurses and prescribers
Verified Cubex/RXNow filled by technicians to ensure the correct dose, strength, and form of medications before sending them to facilities according to patient-specific needs CVS Pharmacy Dec. 2020 - Jan. 2024
Pharmacy Intern Langhorne, PA
Preceptor/Manager: Lily Burlingame, PharmD
CVS Pharmacy Sep. 2018 - Jul. 2019
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Pharmacy Technician Yardley, PA
Manager: Jennifer Allan, PharmD
Reviewed and filled prescriptions under pharmacist supervision, ensuring accuracy and compliance with pharmacy regulations
Maintained accurate patient records by updating medical histories and creating new profiles for first-time patients
Implemented cost-saving strategies to enhance patient access to medications, contributing to improved affordability and adherence
PGY-1 RESIDENCY EXPERIENCES
Internal Medicine Sep. 2023 - Oct. 2023
Preceptor: Helia Akbari, PharmD, BCPS
Rounded with a general medicine teaching service team daily consisting of an attending, medical residents, and medical students, and participated in patient- and topic-discussions
Provided recommendations for drug, dose, route, and frequency for patients depending on the diagnosis and document all interventions
Reviewed patients’ medical records to identify drug therapy problems and counseled patients on new discharge medications such as insulin, warfarin, and direct oral anticoagulants Ambulatory Care Aug. 2023 - Sep. 2023
Preceptor: Rohit Moghe, PharmD, MSPH, CDCES
Conducted medication reconciliation on complex patients during home visits along with a preceptor
Helped physicians and nurses in the clinic regarding drug-related questions and drug-interactions
Worked on multiple projects to educate healthcare professionals about lifestyle management strategies, including increasing native production of GLP-1, providing medically tailored meals and understanding social influencers of health barriers in management of chronic conditions Infectious Diseases Jul. 2023 - Aug 2023
Preceptor: Anna Drapkin, PharmD, BCIDP, BCPS
Reviewed patients’ charts and examined the appropriate use of antibiotics in accordance with culture and susceptibility reports
Recommended drug therapy plan to the infectious diseases team for patients with infectious etiology, including answering medication queries, selecting antibiotics, and adjusting doses for renal or hepatic impairment
Participated in antibiotic stewardship rounds with an infectious disease team weekly, presented topic discussions to the preceptor and contributed to a MUE evaluating UTI treatment at St. Mary Medical Center
ADVANCED PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCES (APPE)
ACME Pharmacy Mar. 2023 - Apr. 2023
Community Pharmacy Extern Bensalem, PA
Preceptors: Erica Gleave, PharmD and Doug Adams, PharmD
Supported pharmacists and technicians in streamlining workflow by handling insurance billing, initiating prior authorizations, and processing medication refill requests
Provided Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services to promote patients' adherence to their prescribed medications
Assessed the utilization and appropriateness of drug therapy regimens Miriam Medical Clinics Feb. 2023 - Mar. 2023
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Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Extern Philadelphia, PA
Preceptor: Cornelius Pitts, PharmD
Collaborated with medical residents and nurse practitioners to develop treatment plans tailored to patients' diagnoses and performed medication history to evaluate the adherence of medications in underrepresented population
Counseled patients on medication safety and maximize their treatments during home-visits
Participated in a community service event with Temple University medical students in conducting blood pressure and diabetic screenings
Janssen Oct. 2022 - Dec. 2022
IPC Pharmacovigilance Pharmacy Extern Horsham, PA
Preceptor: Julia Bui, PharmD
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, ArisG Safety Database, and Medical Dictionary for Regulatory Activities (MedDRA) ensuring patients’ safety
Presented on a new CAR-T cell therapy in clinical development and myasthenia gravis to a team of pharmacists
Created a drug monograph on canagliflozin for a Janssen product Lower Bucks Hospital Sep. 2022 - Oct. 2022
Inpatient Hospital Pharmacy Extern Bristol, PA
Preceptors: Lily Lai, PharmD and Amanda Elasmar, PharmD
Assisted staff pharmacists with specific medications, dosing, and rare indications prior to verifying orders, followed by relaying information to residents and medical team
Attended P&T, Patient Safety, and Pharmacy meetings to minimize errors and improve patient outcomes
Supported technicians in compounding intravenous and other sterile products as per patients’ needs, filling carts and stocking Omnicell/medication storage machines, and medication delivery Einstein Hospital Aug. 2022 - Sep. 2022
Inpatient Critical Care Pharmacy Extern Philadelphia, PA Preceptors: Travis Reinaker, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP and Matt Wright, PharmD, BCPS
Worked-up patients and presented to the preceptors before clinical rounds with the medical team, and suggested recommendations/plans for patients
Optimized medication regimen by minimizing duplicate orders, making renal and liver dose adjustments
Delivered two formal topic discussions per week, a journal club, and a final presentation on heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
ICON Jul. 2022 - Aug. 2022
IPC Medical Communication Pharmacy Extern Bluebell, PA Preceptor: Jessica Cherian, PharmD, RPh
Involved in meetings discussing biotechnology/pharmaceutical client-related project work related to market access initiatives and market research
Created topic discussions focusing managed care trends and subsequent impact on market access relevant to pharmaceutical clients
Performed targeted and non-targeted literature searches in support of value message testing to payer audiences
John Hopkins Hospital May 2022 - Jul. 2022
Inpatient Pediatric Nephrology Pharmacy Extern
Preceptor: Elizabeth Goswami, PharmD, BCPS, BCPPS
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Attended clinical rounds every day with the renal transplant team, communicated with medical residents to appropriately dose medications for pediatric patients and assessed adherence on transplant medications in the outpatient clinic
Participated in administrative and clinical meetings for the management of pediatric patients, followed-up drug information questions asked by the medical team, and wrote formal SOAP notes every week
Shadowed a parenteral nutrition pharmacist on rounds, engaged in topic discussions, and performed calculations for pediatric patients
INTRODUCTORY PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCES (IPPE)
Geisinger Hospital Aug. 2021
Acute Patient Care Pharmacy Intern Wilkes-Barre, PA Preceptor: Gregory Hood, PharmD
Collaborated with a medical teaching team on general medicine floors in optimizing patients' treatment regimens
Gained exposure to mail order pharmacy operations
Presented topic discussions, and drug information questions to the preceptor Core Care Rx, LLC Jul. 2021
Pharmacogenomic Testing Pharmacy Intern Jackson, NJ Preceptors: Chinki Bhatia, PharmD and Dipal Soni, PharmD
Created flyer on Tramadol, one of the medications that genetic testing can be beneficial and discussed differences between fee-for-service and value-based-care
Acquired the skill of interpreting genetic testing reports and utilizing relevant information to formulate appropriate recommendations
Delivered a presentation emphasizing the significance of pharmacogenetic testing in formulating actionable plans to optimize therapy
St. Mary Medical Center Feb. 2021 - Apr. 2021
Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Intern Langhorne, PA
Preceptor: Jeffery Gonzales, PharmD, MS, BCPS, CDCES, PDE-C
Performed medication reconciliation upon patient admission to ensure complete and accurate transition of medications to inpatient services
Reviewed patient charts and provided counseling to patients regarding their discharge medications
Participated in educational sessions conducted by clinical pharmacy staff St. Mary Medical Center Sep. 2020 - Dec. 2020
Hospital Pharmacy Intern Langhorne, PA
Preceptor: Jessica Ellis, PharmD, BCPS
Attended meeting where a root cause analysis was conducted for the Safe Medication Practice Committee
Collaborated with a preceptor to develop a guide focused on harm reduction and mitigate errors
Report adverse drug events to MIDAS and manufacturers Rite Aid Sep. 2019 - Apr. 2020
Community Pharmacy Intern Philadelphia, PA
Preceptor: Julia (Li) Zhu, PharmD
Filled and dispensed prescriptions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist
Counseled patients on medication safety and adherence in the underrepresented community
Collaborated with a preceptor to evaluate the completeness of prescriptions Vikita Gondalia, PharmD Page 5 of 7
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCES
National Community Pharmacist Association Aug. 2021 - May 2022 President
Assigned roles and responsibilities to eight executive members
Worked closely with e-board members to organize events such as health-related awareness and education, business owners panel, resume and LinkedIn workshops, pharmacy tours, etc.
Explored career options in an independent community pharmacy setting and insights in pharmacy management
American College of Apothecaries Aug. 2021 - May 2022 Vice President
Supported President in organizing 4 events per semester, overseeing internal operations, and leading in the absence of President
Guided the e-board members and assigned individual tasks to be efficient
Ensured to maintain core values and established goals for the organization Rho Chi Society Feb. 2021 - May 2022
Treasurer
Supported President in managing all financial aspects of the organization
Organized fundraising events such as white coat sale, pocket guide sale, and food drive
Collaborated with other organizations to host events together to ensure pharmacy students are familiar with the National Rho Chi, Pharmacy Honor Society
Peer Mentor Sep. 2020 - May 2021
Assisted pharmacy students in navigating their first year of pharmacy school
Exposed pharmacy students to internal and external events on the campus along with opportunities to expand their pharmacy knowledge
Advised pharmacy students on how to manage their time for school and extra-curricular activities within the pharmacy program
Tutor, USciences Tutoring Team Aug. 2018 - May 2019 Preceptor: Angelo Boniello, M.S.Ed
Coached students in the subjects of anatomy and physiology, organic chemistry, and biostatistics
Utilized various techniques, such as guided note-taking, problem-solving strategies, in order to facilitate learning and understanding
Created a positive learning experience for students having difficulties in their respective classes PRESENTATIONS
Drug Utilization Review Case Presentation Apr. 2023
In-service presentation; ACME Pharmacy; Bensalem, PA
Audience: Preceptor, pharmacy externs, and regional pharmacists Pharmacist Role in Health Care Mar. 2023
In-service presentation; Miriam Medical Clinics, Philadelphia, PA
Audience: Preceptor, and Temple University students (public health) Myasthenia Gravis Dec. 2022
In-service presentation; Janssen; Horsham, PA
Audience: Preceptor, Global Safety team, fellow, and medical affairs team Vikita Gondalia, PharmD Page 6 of 7
NVAF: Risk and Management for Stroke Prevention Nov. 2022
CE presentation; Janssen; Horsham, PA
Audience: Preceptor, Global Safety Strategy and Risk Management (GSSRM) team Anti-BCMA CAR T-Cell Therapy bb2121 in Relapsed or Refractory Multiple Myeloma Nov. 2022
Journal club presentation; Janssen; Horsham, PA
Audience: Preceptor, pharmacovigilance team, oncology team, medical information team Dapagliflozin in patients with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction Oct. 2022
Journal club presentation; Lower Bucks Hospital; Bristol, PA
Audience: Clinical pharmacist, staff pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT) Sep. 2022
In-service presentation; Einstein Hospital; Philadelphia, PA
Audience: Clinical pharmacists, pharmacy residents, and students Oncology Product Launch: SC Tecentriq Aug. 2022
In-service presentation; ICON; Bluebell, PA
Audience: Pharmacists, fellows, ICON team, and manufacturing team (Genentech) Management of Resistant and Refractory Hypertension Jun. 2022
In-service presentation; John Hopkins Hospital; Baltimore, MD
Audience: Preceptor, clinical pharmacists, pharmacy residents and students, medical team Viloxazine in the Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) May 2022
Capstone Presentation; Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, Philadelphia, PA
Audience: Pharmacy students, professors, and mentors RESEARCH
Stability of Imipenem/Cilastatin/Relebactam under different temperature Sep. 2021 - May 2023 and administration conditions
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, Philadelphia, PA Primary investigator: Islam Ghazi, PharmD, MSc, BCPS, BCACP, BCIDP, FCPP Co-investigators: Vikita Gondalia, PharmD, Simranjeet Kaur, PharmD, Peter Attia, Jojo Jacob, Joseph Shaji, and Kevin Abraham [PharmD candidates 2024]
Objective: The purpose of these stability tests was to increase the beyond-use date of the drug in different storage settings
Helped with data collection, writing manuscript, and presented published results of the study at 2022 ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting and Exhibition
Publication in process
AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS
Dean’s List May 2018 - May 2023
Peer Student Mentor of the Year Award Apr. 2022
President’s Scholarship Aug. 2017 - May 2021
Graduated Bachelor’s in Healthcare Sciences: Magna Cum Laude May 2021
Andrew Hicks & Lois Myers Hicks, Maven J. Myers Endowed Scholarship Mar. 2021
Rho Chi Academic Honor Society in Pharmacy Recognition Feb. 2021 Vikita Gondalia, PharmD Page 7 of 7
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Pharmacist License, Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy Jan. 2024 o Registration #RP458291
Mental Health First Aid Certification (Adult) Nov. 2021
Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Certification, American Red Cross Feb. 2025
The Pharmacist & Patient-Centered Diabetes Care Certificate of Achievement Mar. 2021
Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certificate of Achievement Jan. 2021
Comprehensive Medication Management Collaborative Training, Pennsylvania Sep. 2020 Pharmacists Association
Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) Foundations Sep. 2020 Training for Pharmacists (U-20), University of Pittsburgh References available upon request
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