Pharmacy Technician Patient Care
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HETAL PATEL
Pharmacist with experience in Florida and New York state seeking to obtain a full time or part time/PRN Pharmacist position where my knowledge and experience can allow me to provide optimum patient care.
33911 Castaway Loop
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
**********@*****.***
EXPERIENCE
Novo Pharm, Tampa, FL— Pharmacist ( Long Term Care )
August 2022 - Present
• Involved in dispensing of drugs, patient education and medication therapy management.
• Ensure that all patient records are well updated and that the facility complies with all the laid down regulations.
• Established and updated patient profiles, including lists of medications and insurance details.
• Communicated with prescribers and patients to address potential problems and ensure appropriate medication use.
• Provided feedback to prescribers and other healthcare providers and other healthcare professionals on medication use patterns and potential areas for improvement.
Walgreens, Garden City Park, NY — Pharmacy Technician/Intern and Pharmacist
June 2017 - January 2022 and January 2022 - June 2022
• Giving recommendations for over the counter medications that would be appropriate for patient signs and symptoms.
• Processing and resolving third party rejection claims and prior authorizations.
• Refilled medications, offered insight into over-the-counter products and verified insurance benefits.
• Communicated with member physicians to prevent harmful drug reactions, therapy duplications and allergic reactions.
• Maintained pharmacy inventory by checking stock levels, anticipating needs, and placing orders.
• Promoted vaccination by educating patients, screening for immunization needs, and counseling on vaccine benefits and risks
Superior Drugmart, Flushing, NY — Pharmacy Technician
February 2015 - August 2018
• Entering and processing prescriptions using Micro Merchants and Best Rx.
• Answering patient questions and concerns about medications picked up.
• Giving recommendations for over the counter medications that would be appropriate for patient signs and symptoms.
. Interacting with pharmaceutical drug representatives on new drugs introduced in the market.
Top Choice Pharmacy, Glendale, NY — Pharmacy technician
January 2011 - December 2014
• Compiled customer demographic, allergy and medical history background.
• Received, reviewed, dispensed, and labeled prescriptions daily with expert accuracy.
• Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts.
Shrey Hospital, Ahmedabad, India— Pharmacy Intern
January 2010 - May 2010
• Participated in 400 hours of clinical pharmacist training.
• Participated in ward rounds with clinicians, case study and hospital pharmacy activities.
• Counseled patients regarding their medications and drug therapy.
• Analyzed prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and prevent excessive usage.
EDUCATION
A.P.M.C College of Pharmacy Education & Research, Himatnagar, India — Bachelor of Pharmacy
• Completed Bachelor of Pharmacy.
• Graduated in top 15% with GPA of 3.8/4.00 (WES).
Nirma University of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad, India — B. Pharm Honors
• GPA: 3.9/4.0.
• Completed certified course in Clinical Pharmacy.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
September 2015 - Present
• Raise money for donations to the American Cancer Society.
• Organize and volunteer for Health Care Events and Blood Drives
SKILLS
• Abilities to use judgment, make decisions, and use ethical practice
• Outstanding customer service and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations
• Familiar with medical terminology and the techniques of medicine preparation
• Skilled in taking orders, answering the phone, and ordering supplies
CERTIFICATIONS
Florida State (65657)
New York State (068831), with Immunization Privileges
American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification (2022)
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