GHAZALEH MARANDI
Laguna Niguel,CA
Summary
Accomplished and certified Pharmacy Technician with over 10 years of experience in retail pharmacy environments for major national chains. Practiced at offering medications to patients, offering information to patients and communicating with healthcare professionals. Knowledgeable about FDA drug safety guidelines, prescription interactions and pharmacy law.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Compounding Pharmacy Technician
Golden Cove Pharmacy
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Enhanced compounding accuracy by meticulously following formulas and procedures.
- Streamlined workflow for increased efficiency in medication preparation and dispensing.
- Maintained sterile environment, adhering to strict safety protocols and preventing contamination.
- Optimized inventory management, reducing waste and ensuring availability of necessary supplies.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to provide high-quality patient care and tailored medications.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely, accurate, and personalized compounded prescriptions.
- Assisted in the development of new compounding techniques, resulting in innovative treatment options.
- Conducted quality control tests on compounded medications, ensuring safety and efficacy for patients.
Pharmacy technician
Rumi pharmacy
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients'' profiles before dispensing.
- Boosted customer loyalty by providing friendly, knowledgeable assistance on drug interactions and side effects.
- Maximized pharmacy efficiency through effective communication with staff members and adherence to procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Pharmacy technician
Pars pharmacy
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Restocked pharmacy shelves with current merchandise to drive consistent peripheral sales.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
- Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
- Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
Pharmacy technician
CVS pharmacy
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
- Developed and implemented improvements to pharmacy organization system.
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
- Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
- Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
- Set up and modified patient profiles to include current medications and insurance details.
- Welcomed customers to pharmacy and answered questions relating to prescriptions and over-the-counter products.
Pharmacist and pharmacy manager
Dr.marandi pharmacy store
06.2014 - 05.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counseling.
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and inventory management systems.
- Streamlined prescription filling process, maximizing accuracy and minimizing wait times for patients.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and medication adherence.
- Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, ensuring patient safety.
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Mentored and trained new pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, fostering a supportive work environment focused on professional growth.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations, promoting compliance with legal regulations and best practices.
Inpatient pharmacy supervisor
Zarandieh Hospital Pharmacy store
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Enhanced pharmacy operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Optimized patient care through close collaboration with healthcare providers and pharmacists.
- Streamlined prescription processing procedures, leading to improved accuracy and faster turnaround times.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on industry changes and conducting regular staff training sessions.
- Reduced medication errors through the implementation of advanced dispensing technologies and thorough quality checks.
- Managed a team of pharmacy technicians, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized patient safety.
Pharmacist
Gholhak Pharmacy store
01.2012 - 02.2014
- Served as liaison between the pharmacy department and other healthcare professionals, facilitating communication regarding patient care plans.
- Educated patients on medication, tools and equipment to promote patient-centered care and increase adherence to treatment.
- Contributed to revenue growth through effective cost containment measures such as generic substitution whenever appropriate.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
- Reduced medication errors within the pharmacy by developing and implementing a continuous quality improvement program.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) - Pharmacy
Azad University -Tehran,Iran
Tehran, TehranSkills
- Quality Control Procedures
- Patient Confidentiality
- Medication Preparation
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Sterile compounding
- Time management
- Drug classification knowledge
- Hazardous drug handling
- Customer service
- Prescription interpretation
- Compound documentation
- Regulatory compliance
- Adaptability
Credentials and Licenses
Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB License)
Languages
English
Persian
Timeline
Compounding Pharmacy Technician
Golden Cove Pharmacy
01.2023 - 10.2023
Pharmacy technician
Rumi pharmacy
05.2021 - 03.2022
Pharmacy technician
Pars pharmacy
06.2020 - 10.2021
Pharmacy technician
CVS pharmacy
01.2020 - 06.2020
Pharmacist and pharmacy manager
Dr.marandi pharmacy store
06.2014 - 05.2019
Inpatient pharmacy supervisor
Zarandieh Hospital Pharmacy store
02.2014 - 02.2016
Pharmacist
Gholhak Pharmacy store
01.2012 - 02.2014
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) - Pharmacy
Azad University -Tehran,Iran
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