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Gamal Okab

Gamal Okab

Fishers

Summary

Dynamic Pharmacy Manager with a proven track record at PharmaSave Rx Pharmacy, excelling in regulatory compliance and patient education. Expert in medication therapy management and team leadership, enhancing productivity and customer satisfaction. Successfully streamlined insurance claims, reducing patient wait times, while ensuring high-quality care and adherence to FDA guidelines.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Manager

PharmaSave Rx Pharmacy
11.2016 - Current
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
  • Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Managed budgetary responsibilities, controlling expenses to optimize profitability without compromising quality of care.
  • Addressed customer complaints professionally and efficiently by conducting root-cause analysis investigations to resolve issues effectively.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Enforced compliance with pharmacy regulations and maintained up-to-date records of all medications dispensed.
  • Enhanced team communication by establishing regular meetings focusing on performance metrics, best practices, and continuous improvement strategies.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and maintaining accurate documentation for audits.
  • Collaborated with insurance companies to streamline claims process, reducing wait times for patients.
  • Ensured safe working environment, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
  • Expertise in pharmaceutical compounding techniques.

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Pharmacy
03.2006 - 09.2016
  • Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
  • Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
  • Supported clinical services such as immunizations administration, leading to increased accessibility for patients in need.
  • Provided medication therapy management to patients using Outcomes and Mirixa.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.

Pharmacy Intern

CVS Pharmacy
09.2001 - 03.2006
  • Expanded knowledge of various medication classes through continuous learning from experienced pharmacists and attending relevant training sessions.
  • Provided friendly customer service at drop-off and pick-up counters.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.

Staff Pharmacist

Local Pharmecutical Industry
06.1999 - 08.2001

Worked as a pharmaceutical sales representative, selling pharmaceutical products and devices to healthcare professionals.

Education

Bachelor - Pharmacy

Applied Science Private University
Amman, Jordan
06-1999

Skills

  • Pharmaceutical compounding
  • Regulatory compliance and Quality assurance
  • Medication therapy management
  • Customer service
  • Insurance claim resolution
  • Team building and Leadership skills
  • Immunizations
  • Patient education and counseling
  • FDA drug safety guidelines
  • Medication Dispensing and Prescription verification
  • Pharmacy operations management including inventory, budget,drug,and purchase management
  • Codes compliance and HIPAA guidelines

Timeline

Pharmacy Manager

PharmaSave Rx Pharmacy
11.2016 - Current

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Pharmacy
03.2006 - 09.2016

Pharmacy Intern

CVS Pharmacy
09.2001 - 03.2006

Staff Pharmacist

Local Pharmecutical Industry
06.1999 - 08.2001

Bachelor - Pharmacy

Applied Science Private University
Gamal Okab