ELIAS AMBAYE
Lorton,VA
Summary
Compassionate Pharmacist experienced in patient education and medication therapy management. Enhanced patient care through collaboration and implemented cost-saving medication therapy management programs that improved health outcomes. Committed to optimizing therapeutic outcomes and ensuring medication safety through attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist
VOLUNTER
ALEXANDRIA, VA
06.2023 - 05.2026
- Reviewed prescriptions for potential drug interactions and allergies.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and side effects.
- Conducted medication therapy management sessions for chronic conditions.
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
- Implemented cost-saving measures and medication therapy management programs to improve patient outcomes.
Pharmacist Manager
LANDMARK PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY
Alexandria, VA
08.2008 - 03.2023
- Dispensed medications accurately, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care plans.
- Conducted medication therapy management sessions for chronic conditions.
- Consulted with patients to explain medication use, side effects and dosage directions as prescribed.
- Managed the daily operations of a retail pharmacy.
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
Pharmacist Manager
KMART PHARMACY
Alexandria, VA
09.2002 - 07.2008
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
- Oversaw compounding of special medications to meet unique patient needs, following precise formulas and protocols.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with new medications, technology, and pharmacy practices.
- Responded to medication-related questions and concerns from patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with patients to provide personalized care.
- Ensured strict adherence to pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards, including controlled substances management.
Pharmacist Manager
CVS Pharmacy
Alexandria, Virginia
06.2000 - 08.2002
- Managed pharmacy operations and ensured compliance with regulations and policies.
- Oversaw medication dispensing processes to maintain accuracy and safety standards.
- Managed daily operations of pharmacy, including staffing and scheduling.
- Reviewed patient profiles to identify drug interactions or potential problems regarding allergies, contraindications, or duplication of therapy.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to optimize therapeutic outcomes for patients.
- Developed patient education materials to promote medication adherence and health awareness.
Education
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05-2006
Skills
- Medication therapy management
- Drug interaction evaluation
- Prescription accuracy
- Prescription dispensing
- Pharmaceutical care planning
- Patient counseling
- Patient care and education
- Patient relationship management
- Patient service enhancement
- Regulatory compliance
- Retail pharmacy operations
- Medical records maintenance
- Medication storage procedures
Certification
- IMMUNIZATION CERTIFICATION, STATE OF MARYLAND, 2002
Languages
English & AMHARIC
Professional
Timeline
Pharmacist
VOLUNTER
06.2023 - 05.2026
Pharmacist Manager
LANDMARK PROFESSIONAL PHARMACY
08.2008 - 03.2023
Pharmacist Manager
KMART PHARMACY
09.2002 - 07.2008
Pharmacist Manager
CVS Pharmacy
06.2000 - 08.2002
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Shenandoah University