Bhavin Kanani
Tampa,FL
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacist offering 20 years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Tampa, FL
11.2011 - Current
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications and counseled patients on drugs.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Dispensed medications and communicated with prescribers regarding therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy
West Palm Beach, FL
09.2003 - 11.2011
- Supervised team of 15 pharmacy technicians.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia and other diseases.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
Pharmacist
K Mart Pharmacy
Royal Palm Beach, FL
05.2002 - 09.2003
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications and counseled patients on drugs.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Maintained appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
Pharmacy Intern
K Mart Pharmacy
Royal Palm Beach, FL
11.2001 - 05.2002
- Counseled patients on new medications and OTC products.
- Assisted pharmacist in final review of filled prescriptions.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions and refill instructions.
- Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and insurance information.
Pharmacy Intern
St Jesus Pharmacy
New York, NY
11.2000 - 10.2001
- Counseled patients on new medications and OTC products.
- Assisted pharmacist in final review of filled prescriptions.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions and refill instructions.
- Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and insurance information.
Education
Master of Science - Pharmacy Administration
St. John's University
Jamaica, NY12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
M.S.University
Vadodara, India05.1997
Skills
- Intern Management
- Pharmaceutical Compounding
- Advising and Educating Patients
- Controlled Substance Management
- Medication Assessments
- Pharmacy Staff Management
- Side Effect and Usage Education
- Drug Ordering & Storage
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
11.2011 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy
09.2003 - 11.2011
Pharmacist
K Mart Pharmacy
05.2002 - 09.2003
Pharmacy Intern
K Mart Pharmacy
11.2001 - 05.2002
Pharmacy Intern
St Jesus Pharmacy
11.2000 - 10.2001
Master of Science - Pharmacy Administration
St. John's University
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
M.S.University