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Natalie Buchan

Fresh Meadows,NY

Summary

PharmD Candidate that has developed a passion for science as well as working in a laboratory. I am extremely interested in new research opportunities and dedicated to working hard. I can help contribute both my knowledge and determination to the organization.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacy Intern

Apotheco Pharmacy
Nashville, TN
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Advised patients regarding proper use of new dermatologic medications.
  • Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
  • Answered customer questions regarding refills, insurance troubleshooting and status updates on prescriptions.
  • Entered data and prescriptions into patient profiles using Pioneer.

Pharmacy Intern

Turenne PharMedCo
Nashville, TN
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
  • Compounded and prepared medications according to prescription orders.
  • Checked pharmacy area regularly to ensure it was kept neat, clean and free of debris.
  • Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.

Pharmacy Intern

Capsule Pharmacy
Nashville, TN
11.2022 - 09.2023
  • Advised patients regarding proper use of new medications and OTC products.
  • Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
  • Documented services discussed and provided details in electronic medical records.
  • Compounded and prepared medications according to prescription orders.
  • Used pharmacy software to verify prescription and insurance information.
  • Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.

Pharmacy Intern

Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, TN
04.2022 - 09.2022
  • Advised patients regarding proper use of new medications and OTC products.
  • Compounded and prepared medications according to prescription orders.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Entered patient's information into computer system and updated existing data.

Pharmacy Intern

Walgreens
Nashville, TN
10.2021 - 12.2022
  • Answered customer questions regarding refills, insurance troubleshooting and status updates on prescriptions.
  • Supported timely and proper processing of prescriptions in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
  • Checked pharmacy area regularly to ensure it was kept neat, clean and free of debris.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Delivered personable customer service at pharmacy drop-off and pick-up counters.
  • Used pharmacy software to verify prescription and insurance information.

Quality Control Microbiologist

Nature's Value Inc.
Coram, NY
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Prepared collected specimens for cytological, microbiological and pathological analysis.
  • Conducted chemical and biological tests on drinking water, waste water and sludge samples.
  • Guaranteed all data met stringent quality control standards.
  • Interpreted research findings, summarizing data into reports.
  • Trained personnel on laboratory functions.
  • Examined microbiological, physical and chemical properties of food and ingredients to determine nutritional value.
  • Preformed tasks in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
  • ISO Certified Lab

In-Home Caretaker

Caring Professional Services
Forest Hills, NY
11.2018 - 08.2021
  • Kept detailed records of patient care, progress, medication administration and changes in health or other conditions
  • Organized personal and professional calendars
  • Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition

Pharmacy Volunteer

Winthrop-University Hospital
Mineola, NY
07.2018 - 05.2019
  • Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests
  • Improved drug inventory management procedures to reduce waste and eliminate backorders or overstock
  • Pharmacy assist with placing labels on medications, unpack and unwrap medication for processing, check expiration dates and repack medication into smaller quantities

Volunteer

Operation Dreamcatchers
Queens, NY
06.2009 - Current
  • 2014 Mission Outreach to Guyana, South America, donated medical supplies throughout multiple hospitals in the country. Informed both residents and children at orphanages about nutrition, as well as shadowed doctors in underserved communities
  • Raised funds for organization through community outreach initiatives
  • Presented talks at community groups to promote organizational mission and programs
  • Maintained up-to-date and accurate program files and records

Child Caretaker

Doreen Deignan
Long Island City, NY
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Worked with a child with special needs
  • Helped with motor and social skills
  • Provided child with nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth
  • Fostered learning relationships with child by creating educational and productive games and projects
  • Discussed new developments, and concerns with parents or guardians

Volunteer

New York Cares
Queens, NY
10.2017 - 01.2018
  • Volunteered in "Mad Scientists", taught children science experiments every weekend at local public schools
  • Engaged one-on-one with children between the ages of 4 to 7

Camp Counselor

Central Queens Y
Forest Hills, NY
06.2015 - 08.2016
  • Worked with children between the ages of 4 to 6
  • Observed participants for signs of physical distress and rendered aid, including stopping activities and providing basic medical care
  • Protected safety of every person enjoying recreational activities by enforcing disciplined and consistent policies
  • Remained cognizant of camper dietary restrictions and allergies, confirming proper snacks and meals were distributed to each camper

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy - Concentration-Advanced Pharmacotherapy

Belmont University
Nashville, TN
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Queens College of The City University of New York
Flushing, NY
05.2020

Skills

  • Materials handling
  • Project oversight
  • Team collaboration
  • Team building
  • Organization
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Performing lab tests
  • Proactive communication

Certification

  • HIPAA Compliant, APhA - Issued January, 2022
  • BLS Certified, American Red Cross - Issued August, 2021
  • Immunization Certified, APhA - Issued May, 2022

Timeline

Pharmacy Intern

Apotheco Pharmacy
09.2023 - 12.2023

Pharmacy Intern

Turenne PharMedCo
07.2023 - 12.2023

Pharmacy Intern

Capsule Pharmacy
11.2022 - 09.2023

Pharmacy Intern

Vanderbilt Medical Center
04.2022 - 09.2022

Pharmacy Intern

Walgreens
10.2021 - 12.2022

Quality Control Microbiologist

Nature's Value Inc.
08.2020 - 07.2021

In-Home Caretaker

Caring Professional Services
11.2018 - 08.2021

Pharmacy Volunteer

Winthrop-University Hospital
07.2018 - 05.2019

Child Caretaker

Doreen Deignan
05.2018 - 08.2018

Volunteer

New York Cares
10.2017 - 01.2018

Camp Counselor

Central Queens Y
06.2015 - 08.2016

Volunteer

Operation Dreamcatchers
06.2009 - Current

Doctor of Pharmacy - Concentration-Advanced Pharmacotherapy

Belmont University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Queens College of The City University of New York
Natalie Buchan