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Assra Umar

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Working as PCA, Currently Certified Pharmacy Technician working on FPGEE Foreign Pharmacist with 10 years of experience in reviewing prescriptions to process and dispense medications. Talented in coordinating with pharmacy staff to prioritize urgent requests while simultaneously driving accuracy, safety and confidentiality of patient information. Expert communicator when working closely with staff, numerous patients, administrators and healthcare professionals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PCA

PPL
Brooklyn, NY
03.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.

PCA

Home Family Care
Brooklyn, NY
06.2022 - 03.2025
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Pharmacist

Riaz Pharmacy
01.2011 - 07.2020
  • Maintained records of patient profiles, including drug allergies, medications and medical histories.
  • Provided medication counseling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
  • Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
  • Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
  • Collaborated with medical staff concerning drug selection, dosing regimens, adverse reactions and interactions and therapeutic effectiveness.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on advances in pharmacology.
  • Consulted with patients to explain medication use, side effects and dosage directions as prescribed.
  • Administered flu immunizations to patients to prevent illness and promote well-being.

Hospital Pharmacist

CHILDREN HOSPITAL LAHORE
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Provided medication and pharmaceutical services to inpatients and outpatients.
  • Maintained accurate records of medications dispensed, including dosage information, patient instructions, and cost.
  • Ordered, stocked, labeled, and stored drugs in accordance with hospital policies.
  • Evaluated prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
  • Counseled patients on drug interactions, side effects, dosage regimens, storage requirements, and other related matters.
  • Prepared medications and conducted quality checks.
  • Reviewed physician orders to assess accuracy and safety.
  • Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
  • Delivered pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects.
  • Maintained compliance with state and federal drug laws.
  • Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
  • Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.

Education

Pharmacology, Effect of Plants in the treatment of Diabetes - Master of Philosophy

Govt College University
02.2014

Pharmacy - Doctor of Pharmacy

University Of Sargodha
12.2010

English - Bachelor of Science

University Of Sargodha
04.2008

Science - Intermediate in Pre Medical

Faran Model College
06.2005

High School Diploma - High School Diploma

Govt. Bashir Girls High School
04.2003

Skills

  • Prescription Filling
  • Dispensing Medicines
  • Overseeing Pharmacy Operations
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Administering Vaccines
  • Delegating Assignments
  • Patient Education
  • Calculating Doses
  • Supervising Technicians
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Audit Support
  • Patient Reaction Monitoring
  • Educating Patients

Certification

  • CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
  • PCA - Personal Care Aide

Languages

Urdu
Native language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Punjabi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

PCA

PPL
03.2025 - Current

PCA

Home Family Care
06.2022 - 03.2025

Pharmacist

Riaz Pharmacy
01.2011 - 07.2020

Hospital Pharmacist

CHILDREN HOSPITAL LAHORE
01.2009 - 12.2009

Pharmacology, Effect of Plants in the treatment of Diabetes - Master of Philosophy

Govt College University

Pharmacy - Doctor of Pharmacy

University Of Sargodha

English - Bachelor of Science

University Of Sargodha

Science - Intermediate in Pre Medical

Faran Model College

High School Diploma - High School Diploma

Govt. Bashir Girls High School

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