Kelly Salhab
Williamsville
Summary
Resourceful pharmacist with several 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
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist
Rite Aid
Lockport
08.2007 - 06.2025
- Dispensed medications accurately according to prescriptions and established protocols.
- Consulted with patients regarding medication usage and potential side effects.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure availability of essential pharmaceuticals.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient medication therapy plans.
- Implemented safety measures to minimize medication errors and enhance patient care.
- Consulted with patients to explain medication use, side effects and dosage directions as prescribed.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Maintained records of patient profiles, including drug allergies, medications and medical histories.
- Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
- Administered immunizations and vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Provided education and guidance on over-the-counter medications, supplements, and health maintenance.
- Implemented cost-saving measures and medication therapy management programs to improve patient outcomes.
Pharmacy Intern
Rite Aid
Ransomville
05.2004 - 08.2007
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.
- Assisted in preparing medications by counting, pouring, labeling and verifying doses.
- Compounded extemporaneous preparations such as ointments, creams, suspensions, solutions and suppositories according to established standards.
- Delivered personable customer service at pharmacy drop-off and pick-up counters.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences
SUNY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY05-2007
Skills
- Inventory management
- Medication therapy management
- Immunization administration
- Healthcare collaboration
- Team leadership
- Patient education
- Drug utilization review
- Customer service and communication skills
- Overseeing technicians
- Disease state management
- Medication expertise
Certification
- American Pharmacists Association, Immunization Certification
- American Red Cross, Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED, Basic Life Support
- Opioid Overdose Prevention, Naloxone Training
Timeline
Pharmacist
Rite Aid
08.2007 - 06.2025
Pharmacy Intern
Rite Aid
05.2004 - 08.2007
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences
SUNY At Buffalo