SWETA THAKKER
pharmacy
Morrisville,NORTH CAROLINA
Summary
Meticulous Pharmacist with 10 years of experience in reviewing and fulfilling prescription and OTC medications. Advises patients of side effects, contraindications and benefits of medications.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff pharmacist
PT, Omnicare/ CVS, LTC
Raleigh, Nc
09.2017 - Current
- Interpret medical orders (verbal, written and electronic) & transcribe to computerizes patient medication profile
- Provide drug information to medical staff
- Detect and report suspected adverse drug reaction in accurate and firmly manner
- Review patient profile for therapy related issues
- Consult with nurse and physician on patient history
- Document all clinical activities and interventions accurately and completely
- Compound & dispense non- sterile pharmaceuticals using standard formulas
- Adhere to federal, state and local laws.
Staff pharmacist
Pruitt health Services -LTC
Durham, Nc
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Analyzed appropriate assignments for drug choice, dosage, administration
- Recommended generic substitution and therapeutic changes
- Managed workflow of pharmacy’s daily operations
- Verified contents and accuracy of labels and packaging for all orders
- Maintained Controlled Substance log against inventory
- Interpreted and entered medication orders for controlled and non–controlled medications
- Handled phone calls and responded to any clinical questions of IV medications
- Worked on clarification orders and triage
- Managed pharmacy’s daily operations
- Verified contents and accuracy of labels and packaging for all orders
- Maintained Controlled Substance log against inventory
- Interpreted and entered medication orders from POF and discharge summary
- Helped technicians on any issues related to medication filling
- Checked Cassettes, Emergency kits filled by technicians
- Pre-checked and post checked unit dose packaging (including Bingo cards)
Staff Pharmacist
Partners Pharmacy
Cranford, NJ
02.2013 - 06.2015
- Handled phone calls and responded to any clinical questions related to controlled and non-controlled medications
- Worked on clarification orders and triage
- Handled tasks with using framework LTC pharmacy software
- Analyzed appropriate assignments for drug choice, dosage, administration and possible interactions
- Recommended generic substitution and therapeutic changes
- Managed pharmacy workflow
- Verified contents and accuracy of labels and packaging for all orders
- Maintained Controlled Substance log against inventory
- Interpreted and entered medication orders
- Helped technicians on any issues related to medication filling
- Checked Cassettes and Emergency kits filled by technicians
- Pre-checked and post checked unit dose packaging (including Bingo cards).
Medical Technologist
Bio reference Laboratories
Elmwood park, NJ
09.2007 - 02.2013
- Evaluate Q.C information against measurable data
- Set up and maintain laboratory equipment
- Experience in operating equipment and chemical used in specific test
- Perform clinical lab test patient to auto chemistry and immunology department
- Calculate test records g specific fields.
Pharmacy Intern
A&P pharmacy, wood
, NJ
09.2010 - 01.2012
- Maintain customer/patient confidentiality according to HIPAA and company standards
- Answer telephone timely and with appropriate greeting
- Comply with all federal and state laws, rules and regulations Comply and adhere with A&P policy and procedures at all times
- Communicate and interact with all healthcare professionals to provide optimal care
- Resolve Third Party rejections and complete any manual claim forms
- Maintain prescription prioritization throughout prescription processing- Including translation of SIG codes, product selection, counting and measuring drugs
- Inventory Management Maintain in-stock by ensuring all inventory management policies and procedures
- Pull outdated, damaged and recalled merchandise and prepare for return
- Assist with putting away drug orders (except CIIs) as permitted by NJ law
- Complete all required training and compliance programs within designated time frame.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS / Pharmacy
Paramus, NJ
10.2008 - 06.2009
- Maintain working inventory within established guidelines by reviewing stock levels and recording for order
- Remove stock from storage areas and replenish active use areas
- Assure prompt and accurate pharmaceutical medication to patients in set and date time format
- Assist pharmacist in reviewing and entering data into pharmacy information system
- Answer pharmacy telephone calls regarding pick-up and drop-off information
- Call doctors on patient’s behalf to refill prescriptions and/or change to generic brand.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Finance
CAREY BUSINESS SCHOOL
Baltimore, MD05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Pune Universtiy
Pune, India06.2002
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Written and verbal communication
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
Certification
Licensed Pharmacist in NC
Immunization certified,
BLS certified.
Microsoft word, Excel, power point.
Timeline
Staff pharmacist
PT, Omnicare/ CVS, LTC
09.2017 - Current
Staff pharmacist
Pruitt health Services -LTC
06.2015 - 08.2017
Staff Pharmacist
Partners Pharmacy
02.2013 - 06.2015
Pharmacy Intern
A&P pharmacy, wood
09.2010 - 01.2012
Pharmacy Technician
CVS / Pharmacy
10.2008 - 06.2009
Medical Technologist
Bio reference Laboratories
09.2007 - 02.2013
MBA - Accounting And Finance
CAREY BUSINESS SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Pune Universtiy
Licensed Pharmacist in NC
Immunization certified,
BLS certified.
Microsoft word, Excel, power point.
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