Ifrah Raza

I have worked as a staff pharmacist in a dynamic environment where i got to experience clinical, hospital and the retail setup.

As a clinical pharmacist

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
• Educated patients on proper medication use and adherence, leading to improved health outcomes and decreased hospital readmissions.
• Trained pharmacy residents and interns on clinical care and medication dispensing.
• Advised physicians on how to properly dose medications.
• Educated patients on proper medication use.
• Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.
• Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
• Dispensing of certain chemotherapy medications in an aseptic environment.
• Dispensing of Total Parenteral nutrition (TPN) for prescribed patients.
• Performed technical processes required to dispense medications to patients.
• Monitored medication dispensing machines within hospital pharmacy to make supplies readily available to clinical staff.
• Managed drug and supply inventories.
• Closely monitored department performance metrics.
• Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
• Hand counted controlled medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
• Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.

As a Hospital Pharmacist

• Handled stock and order supplies of medicines and drugs.
• Reviewed and monitored patient past and present medication records, checking for errors, incompatibilities and adverse reactions to avoid future complications.
• Developed effective relationships with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal communication and collaboration in patient care.
• Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders.
• Maintained strict compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to hospital pharmacy practice.(esp in the case of controlled medication which were not monitored prior to my joining).
• Maintained patient and medication records in compliance with government regulations and department policies and procedures.
• Provided accurate drug information to healthcare providers on the safe use of medications within the hospital setting.
• Stayed up-to-date on pharmacy regulations, treatments and developments in industry research.
• Worked on the counter along with the pharmacy technicians in the case of outpatient influx ,checking and billing.

As a retail Pharmacist

• The retail part of the pharmacy ran on my pharmacy license.
• Acted as the pharmacist and manager of the retail.
• Collaborated with store management team members on merchandising initiatives, boosting sales of non-prescription products.
• Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
• Improved patient care by providing accurate medication information and counseling services.
• Maintained effective level of medicines and supplies to meet expected demand.
• Ordered and sold medication and other stock.
• Developed strong relationships with customers by addressing their concerns and providing personalized service.
• Supervised the ordering process for pharmaceuticals while monitoring stock levels to prevent shortages or overstocking situations.
• Participated in community health events, offering advice on medications and raising awareness about the role of pharmacists in healthcare.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and pharmacy services provided.
• Implemented strategies for improving workflow efficiency within the pharmacy environment while maintaining strict quality control standards.
• Educated patients on proper medication usage, side effects, and potential interactions, promoting safety and adherence.
• Taught patients how to use medical devices such as glucose meters and oximeters.
• Provided guidance to pharmacy technicians during compounding activities to ensure accuracy in dosage formulation preparations.
• Entered orders into database, verified insurance and prepared medications.
• Dispensed and verified patient prescription orders, conducting necessary utilization reviews.
• Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
• Counseled patients regarding proper intake of medications.
• Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.