Compassionate Oncology Pharmacist recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency in task execution. Expertise in managing chemotherapeutic drugs, implementing patient care protocols, and conducting thorough drug interaction analyses. Strong communication and critical thinking skills foster enhanced patient outcomes and effective team collaboration. Career aspirations include advancing integrated oncology care strategies to further improve patient health.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
Asheville, NC
02.2022 - Current
Assess the compliance of chemotherapy orders with established protocols and guidelines.
Play a role in selecting, dosing, and administering chemotherapy based on patient-specific factors.
Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement patient-specific medication plans.
Counsel healthcare providers regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions, and side effects.
Respond to medication-related questions and concerns from patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
Reviewed laboratory results to assess efficacy or toxicity of chemotherapy agents.
Identified and resolved drug related problems through collaborative practice with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other health care professionals.
Ensured compliance with national guidelines and standards related to safe handling of hazardous drugs.
Work with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
Assist pharmacists in compounding sterile dosage forms of anticancer agents, as needed.
Participate in continuing education to stay current with new medications, technology, and pharmacy practices.
Pharmacist
CarolinaEast Medical Center / SECU Cancer Center
New Bern, NC
12.2017 - 02.2022
Examined chemotherapy orders to guarantee safety and proper usage of medications.
Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to provide pharmaceutical recommendations for oncology patients.
Reviewed patient profiles, conducted clinical interventions in coordination with healthcare providers.
Conducted literature searches for medical staff to provide updated data on treatment modalities.
Counseled on potential drug interactions to prevent adverse effects.
Developed, tracked, and modified drug regimens tailored to patient needs based on pharmacokinetics.
Respond and provide pharmacotherapy needs during medical emergencies.
Adjust chemotherapy regimens on the day of therapy based on clinical lab values, with emphasis on toxicities.
Oversee the preparation and dispensing of IV chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy hazardous medications.
Post Graduated Year Pharmacist
Laquitinie Hospital
Douala, Cameroon
06.2016 - 07.2017
Use appropriate resources to review accuracy and appropriateness of chemotherapy regimens.
Perform calculations to ensure accurate drug concentration, and infusion rate. Program infusion pumps.
Minimize drug waste, and take appropriate steps to decreasing exposure to hazardous drugs.
Provide medication reconciliation, and patient specific medication-use teachings following hospital discharge.
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