Mehrunnisa Sheikh, PharmD
Woodbridge,NJ
Summary
Experienced Lead Pharmacist recognized for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in medication therapy management, regulatory compliance, inventory control and ensuring smooth pharmacy operations. Excel at communication, leadership, and problem-solving to deliver exceptional service and team coordination in fast-paced environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Pharmacist/Pharmacy Operations Manager
Union Ave Pharmacy
Bound Brook, NJ
12.2017 - Current
- Proficiently review, verify and dispense 400+ prescriptions daily consistent with the latest guidelines and compliant with internal policies and procedures; includes compounding and preparing medications per prescription
- Effectively evaluate and resolve pharmacy issues, including contacting insurers and providers regarding alternative therapeutic options, cost-effective alternatives, prescribing errors, medication allergies, authorization requests, and claim rejections.
- Conduct quality assurance reviews of departmental processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Expertly counsel customers on medication usage, potential drug interactions and OTC recommendations.
- Efficiently administer vaccinations per prescription or standing orders in line with vaccination schedules; consistently use sterile techniques.
- Analyze data to identify trends in customer service issues, financials, staffing needs., to make informed decisions regarding operations.
- Provide leadership and direction to all employees to ensure smooth operations and workflow
Pharmacist
United Drugs, RMC Pharmacy
Newark, NJ
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided quality service in reviewing, verifying and dispensing prescribed medications as well as counseling patients on prescribed and OTC medications; maintained ongoing compliance with regulatory standards and store policies/procedures
- Optimized workflow efficiency by effectively maintaining current inventory as well as monitoring reimbursement rates on claims
- Promptly resolved insurance and provider prescription issues; ranges from prescribing errors and medication allergies to authorization requests and claim rejections
Pharmacy Intern
Greenfield Pharmacy
Brooklyn, NY
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Completed intensive Internship concurrent with academic pursuits, developing strong skills and practical experience in broad-scope pharmacy operations and customer services
- Provided exceptional service in counseling patients on prescribed and OTC medications, educating patients in use of inhalers, diagnostic testing devices and diabetic medical supplies, and checking blood pressure and blood glucose levels as well as assisting in locating items and responding to inquiries; additionally supported Pharmacist in conducting in-pharmacy diabetic education classes
- Productively interfaced with physician offices to confirm prescriptions and facilitate changes to alternative medicines for insurance coverage; additionally communicated with other pharmacies for prescription transfers
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy, Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY01.2016
Pre- Pharmacy -
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY01.2012
Skills
- Patient Counseling
- Medication Management
- Clinical expertise
- Drug utilization review
- Pharmacy operations
- Staff Training and Development
- Immunization Administration
- Operational Oversight
- Drug Ordering & Storage
- Hiring and Onboarding
- Intern Management
- Controlled Substance Management
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Pharmacy Policies and Procedures
Certification
- Pharmacist License: 063982, New York State Board; 2018-Present
- Pharmacist License: 28RI03853800, New Jersey State Board; 2017-Present
- Approval Immunization, New Jersey State Board; 2017-Present
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate, American Heart Association; 2016-Present
- Certificate of Pharmacy Based Immunization Delivery; American Pharmacists Association; 2015-Present
- OSHA Certified, Long Island University; 2012-Present
Timeline
Lead Pharmacist/Pharmacy Operations Manager
Union Ave Pharmacy
12.2017 - Current
Pharmacist
United Drugs, RMC Pharmacy
01.2017 - 01.2018
Pharmacy Intern
Greenfield Pharmacy
01.2013 - 01.2017
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Arnold & Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy, Long Island University
Pre- Pharmacy -
Long Island University
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