ESSAM KHALIL
Oviedo,FL
Summary
Goal-oriented Pharmacist Manager experienced in delivering comprehensive pharmacy services in retail settings. Achieved operational efficiency by supervising pharmacy technicians and enhancing supply management practices while ensuring compliance with pharmacy policies. Focused on patient education regarding medication safety and immunizations, contributing to improved customer service in high-volume environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Winter Springs, Florida
07.2025 - Current
- Counseled patients on medications, side effects, and proper use.
- Reviewed drug interactions and allergy alerts in pharmacy systems.
- Verified prescriptions and ensured compliance with Walgreens pharmacy policies.
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
Titusville, FL
01.2015 - 07.2025
- Supervised team of pharmacy technicians, interns and support staff.
- Secured drugs against theft, loss, and mismanagement by establishing and enforcing effective inventory control procedures.
- Secured drugs against theft, loss or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
- Assessed safety procedures and federal regulations to maintain pharmacy compliance.
- Created and implemented policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
- Improved organization and supply management policies for all medicine and materials.
- Improved organization and supply management policies for all medicine and materials.
- Educated pharmacy assistants on medication assistance, ordering and insurance issues.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired technicians.
- Trained individuals on how to use devices to promote optimal medical support.
- Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers.
- Informed patients and patrons about various immunizations including the flu, DPaT and HPV vaccines.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive policies and procedures that streamlined pharmacy management and compliance.
- Solicited medical history information from patients to provide the best and most effective medical advice.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Worked closely with the store manager to maintain day-to-day operations.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Pharmacist
Walgreens
Titusville, FL
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Filled as many as 1800 prescriptions every week.
- Disbursed prescriptions and interacted with medical personnel to discuss therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Monitored dispensation of controlled substances, including c2 and c3 to c5 through careful oversight.
- Reviewed orders from physicians for prescriptions, handled drug dispensing and answered questions from patients regarding medications.
- Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Assisted customers with questions regarding side-effects for various types of medications.
- Recommended over-the-counter medications for patients after assessing symptoms.
- Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.
- 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.
- Monitored medication inventory levels and kept detailed documentation in company software.
- Oversaw drug preparation and distribution activities to provide safe, efficient care for patients.
- Managed inventory and reduced expenditures by negotiating prices with pharmaceutical suppliers.
- Placed timely and accurate supply orders to maintain optimal levels of medications, containers, labels and other materials.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
- Communicated with member physicians to prevent harmful drug reactions, therapy duplications and allergic reactions.
- Tracked progress and provided education to chronically ill patients.
- Placed orders for pharmacy supplies to ensure adequate stock levels. according to expected pharmacy needs.
- Instructed individuals on the proper use of blood pressure monitors and other medical devices.
- Checked medications for content, accuracy and completeness of all drug packaging and labeling to provide final verification of prescription.
- Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
- Maintained compliance with healthcare, industry and facility rules and regulations.
- Managed weekly schedules and requests for leave.
- Oversaw work activities, performance and service quality of pharmacy staff.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Negotiated prices with pharmaceutical suppliers to manage inventory effectively and maintain cost efficiency.
- Researched customer health insurance plans to provide prescription authorization and efficient patient care.
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging and labeling medications.
- Improved drug inventory management procedures to reduce waste and eliminate backorders or overstock.
- Established clear and effective customer service policies to increase satisfaction and pharmacy loyalty.
- Provided education and tracked progress for chronically ill patients to support their ongoing health management.
- Informed patients about proper use of medical equipment, including compression stockings, nebulizers and answered questions in regards to these items.
- Verified medications for accuracy and completeness before dispensing to patients. for content, accuracy and completeness of all drug packaging and labeling to provide final verification of prescriptions.
Hospital Pharmacist Volunteer
Parrish Medical Center
Titusville, FL
02.2014 - 08.2014
- Dispensed drugs in hospital environments.
- Updated and monitored patient drug histories to ensure accuracy and continuity of care.
- Prepared medications and conducted quality checks.
- Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
- Checked for completeness of all new labels and refill labels.
- Maintained patient drug histories.
- Provided pharmacological education to patients by addressing inquiries and clarifying medication side effects.
- Inspected packages for proper labeling and integrity before distribution and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
- Organized, labeled, and distributed medications to patients and caregivers, ensuring timely access to prescribed treatments.
Pharmacist Intern
CITY PLACE PHARMACY
West Palm Beach, FL
09.2008 - 12.2009
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options, enhancing patient understanding of individual symptom management.
- Analyzed prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and prevent excessive usage.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations, ensuring patient safety and financial protection.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas to ensure a safe environment.
- Answered customer questions regarding refills, insurance troubleshooting and status updates on prescriptions.
- Solicited medical history information from patients to provide the best and most effective medical advice.
- Solicited medical history information from patients, enabling tailored medical advice for effective treatment.
Education
BACHELOR - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Faculty of Pharmacy , ASSIUT Universty
EgyptSkills
- Medication therapy management
- Patient safety practices
- Pharmacy regulations
- Medication quality assurance
- Inventory management
- Medication documentation
- Inventory management
- Clinical data analysis
- Project management
Timeline
Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
07.2025 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
01.2015 - 07.2025
Hospital Pharmacist Volunteer
Parrish Medical Center
02.2014 - 08.2014
Pharmacist
Walgreens
01.2009 - 01.2015
Pharmacist Intern
CITY PLACE PHARMACY
09.2008 - 12.2009
BACHELOR - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Faculty of Pharmacy , ASSIUT Universty