Aaron Edwards
Summary
Personable and dedicated life-long learner with experience in numerous backgrounds of pharmacy. Works well in a team environment and is adaptable when presented scenarios. Well-versed in pharmacology and the prescription processing, coupled with proficiency in medication management and patient counseling. Committed to continually improving skillset and patient outcomes through diligent application of knowledge and skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
APPE Pharmacy Intern
John R. Oishei Children's Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Assist in verifying medications based on correct medication dose, strength, dosage form, directions, indication
- Calculate and confirm weight-based dosing regimens for pediatric patient population
- Observe staff pharmacists (TPN, charge, IV, Chemo shifts) and clinical pharmacists daily tasks (patient work-up & rounds)
APPE Pharmacy Intern
AMC Division of Rheumatology
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided counseling for patients on new medications, administration and answer any questions patients may have
- Complete consults on patient or attending/resident's questions
- Developed letters for prior authorizations and appeal letters
APPE Pharmacy Intern
NYS Department Of Corrections And Community Supervision
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Solve administrative problems within the pharmacy at NYS facilities to maintain efficiency and reduce opportunities for future errors
- Perform non-formulary reviews on ordered medications for the incarcerated to determine if treatment was appropriate and necessary
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals such as nurses and MDs within both the central administrative office and facilities
APPE Pharmacy Intern
Cardinal Health Nuclear Pharmacy
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Performed sterile compounding and quality checks of compounded agents in USP 825 compliant environment
- Shadow RPh for radiolabeling blood samples
- Observed radiopharmaceutical administration to a patient and following scanning procedures
APPE Pharmacy Intern
Hannaford Pharmacy
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Counseled patients and answered any questions presented
- Collaborated with doctors in various healthcare fields to provide safe, accurate, and most effective treatment options.
- Developed educational materials for both patients and healthcare providers on various topics such as safe and proper medication use, self-care treatment, and medication storage.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Albany College of Pharmacy
05-2025
Skills
- Clinical decision making
- Compounding techniques
- Drug utilization review
- Immunization administration
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Medication reconciliation
- Patient counseling
- Pharmacy workflow optimization
Certification
- NYS Pharmacy Intern License, NYSED
- AZ Pharmacy Intern License, AZBOP
- Pharmacy-Based Immunization Certification, APhA
- CPR/BLS Certification, American Heart Association
Timeline
APPE Pharmacy Intern
John R. Oishei Children's Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
APPE Pharmacy Intern
AMC Division of Rheumatology
11.2024 - 12.2024
APPE Pharmacy Intern
NYS Department Of Corrections And Community Supervision
09.2024 - 11.2024
APPE Pharmacy Intern
Cardinal Health Nuclear Pharmacy
08.2024 - 09.2024
APPE Pharmacy Intern
Hannaford Pharmacy
07.2024 - 08.2024
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Albany College of Pharmacy
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