Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Advanced Pharmacy Endeavors: Relevant Experiences
Research Experience
Timeline
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Aparna Parvathi

Lawrenceville,GA

Summary

Dedicated GA-licensed pharmacist with a versatile background in providing patient-centered care within highly challenging inpatient settings and retail pharmacy.. Skilled in assessing evidence-based information to accurately prepare and dispense medications, offering clinical guidance to the public, and managing inventory with precision. Possessing a Doctorate in Pharmacy and a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences. Currently leveraging expertise as a Full-Time Pharmacist at Arthur M. Blank Hospital. Enthusiastic about entering into a niche pharmacy role to further augment and strengthen my current skills and experiences by involving in an alternative pharmacy practice, prioritizing patient safety, facilitating patient health with compassion and advancing healthcare within a patient-focused environment. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inpatient Staff Pharmacist - Float/IV Pharmacist

Arthur M. Blank
03.2024 - Current


  • Created and implemented a medication tracking system which eliminated all prior interdepartmental confusions and was able to standardize workflows and streamline medication delivery to over 10 inpatient floors and 2 outpatient services.
  • Acquired cross-functional experience by working in multiple departments and was able to efficiently adapt and execute diverse pharmacy skills.
  • Provided consultations and answered inquiries from healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use as a AFLAC HEMONC Pharmacist.
  • Liaised with leadership to manage IV room staff and created inventory management forms and order forms to simplify tracking of IV room inventory.

Registry Pharmacist (PRN)

Emory University Hospital Midtown
12.2023 - 03.2024
    • Prepares and dispenses medications with a focus on accuracy, integrity, and adherence to policies and safety
    • Serves as a knowledgeable resource for medical professionals and providing pharmaceutical care
    • Oversees pharmacy personnel to ensure performance standards, accuracy, and adherence to protocols
    • Identifies and addresses system/process failures, suggesting improvements for bettering services
    • Documents and maintains accurate records, including medication orders, adverse reactions, and variances, ensuring compliance with legal requirements

Community Pharmacist

Kroger Pharmacy
10.2022 - 03.2024
  • Executes meticulous drug utilization reviews to proactively revise and amend medication errors and interactions to prioritize patient safety.
  • Collaborates with healthcare providers to provide patient centered and safe medication services built on trust and safe healthcare services.
  • Delivers comprehensive counseling through the use of motivational interview techniques to educate patients on various adverse reactions and safety precautions aligning with their therapy regimens.
  • Contributes to public health movement through proactive and consistent vaccine administration and general vaccine recommendations to prospective special populations.
  • Dedicated to empowering patients to utilize autorefill programs and 90 day refills and therefore ensuring adherence to optimize the ease of access to their healthcare.


Community Pharmacy Intern

Kroger Pharmacy
08.2018 - 10.2022
  • Delivered personalized care through diligent and accurate review, preparations, and dispensing of prescriptions with systematic procedures.
  • Efficiently handled patient interactions to bolster medication adherence thereby ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes.
  • Actively participated in public health initiatives by assisting in vaccine administration.
  • Ensured compliance with inventory management protocols, and expertly resolving insurance adjudications.

Community Pharmacy Technician

Walgreen's Pharmacy
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Prepared medications accurately and assisted in the dispensing of prescriptions
  • Communicated with patients to support the appropriate use of medications and optimal patient experience

Education

Doctorate - Pharmacy

Mercer University School of Pharmacy
Chamblee, GA
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Georgia
Athens, GA
05-2017

Skills

  • Initial Review and Clinical Review
  • Final Review of Prescriptions
  • EPIC and Willow Ambulatory
  • Clinical Pharmacy Services
  • Chemotherapy and Treatment Plan Review
  • Patient Counseling
  • Vaccine Administration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Inventory Control
  • Medication Therapy Management
  • Drug Utilization Review

Certification

Pharmacist License Georgia Board of Pharmacy September 2022


Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Life Support June 2024


Medication Therapy Management American Pharmacists Association September 2020


Pharmacy Based Immunization Certificate American Pharmacists Association April 2019

Advanced Pharmacy Endeavors: Relevant Experiences

Transplant Pharmacy Emory University Hospital Atlanta, GA March 2022 - April 2022

Preceptor: Michael Hurtik

  • Prepared review of up to 20 patients daily and presented pertinent information as daily patient workups
  • Counseled patients on self-administration, indication, side effects and self-monitoring for new initiation of transplant medications
  • Prepared presentation for education of pharmacists on Depression and Anxiety



Ambulatory Care Grady Memorial Hospital Atlanta, GA November 2021 - December 2021

Preceptor: Sweta Patel, PharmD, BCPS

  • Assessed and adjusted drug therapies and doses for patients with chronic disease states such as diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia
  • Completed manuscript review for journal of ambulatory care
  • Reviewed an average of 6 to 8 patients for scheduled DOAC clinic appointment to monitor for side effects, provide counseling, and ensure adherence.

Research Experience

Evaluation of Weight-Based Enoxaparin Dosing for Prevention and Treatment of Thrombosis in COVID-19 Patients at a Community Hospital. May 2021 - December 2021

  • Conducted retrospective chart review of 76 patients with confirmed COVID-19 who received risk stratified weight-based dosing of enoxaparin from 12/01/2020-06/30/2021
  • Determined the incidence of bleeding and thrombosis in obese and non-obese COVID-19 patients who received weight-based intermediate or therapeutic dose of enoxaparin
  • Presented at ASHP Midyear for December 7, 2021

Timeline

Inpatient Staff Pharmacist - Float/IV Pharmacist

Arthur M. Blank
03.2024 - Current

Registry Pharmacist (PRN)

Emory University Hospital Midtown
12.2023 - 03.2024

Community Pharmacist

Kroger Pharmacy
10.2022 - 03.2024

Community Pharmacy Intern

Kroger Pharmacy
08.2018 - 10.2022

Community Pharmacy Technician

Walgreen's Pharmacy
08.2016 - 05.2017

Doctorate - Pharmacy

Mercer University School of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Georgia
Aparna Parvathi