Raja Abdullah
Albertson
Summary
Looking for pharmacist position either supervising or staff pharmacist
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervising Pharmacist
Pharmachoice pharmacy 2 inc
Astoria
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily pharmacy operations and staff activities at Pharmachoice pharmacy 2 inc.
- Managed medication dispensing and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in best practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient medication therapy plans.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments to maintain stock levels of medications.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance service delivery and accuracy.
- Reviewed prescriptions for appropriateness, interactions, and contraindications.
- Provided patient counseling on medication usage and health management strategies.
- Achieved optimum staff performance through proactive management and monitoring of daily activities.
- Checked medication orders against appropriate standards of care and recommended therapy changes to treating physicians and facility staff.
- Educated staff on regulatory changes, drug recalls and investigational studies.
- Implemented cost-containment strategies covering both dispensing and procurement activities.
- Offered clinical expertise to help resolve drug-related questions and concerns initiated by staff and administrators.
- Maintained records of controlled substances inventory levels and oversaw ordering process.
- Managed workflow within the department to maximize efficiency while meeting customer needs.
- Assisted in the development of policies, procedures, and protocols for pharmacy operations.
- Monitored and trained pharmacy staff on proper medication dispensing procedures.
- Implemented systems for tracking expiration dates of medications.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly and effectively.
- Audited medication usage data to identify trends that could lead to improved outcomes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings with other health care professionals involved in patient care.
- Investigated discrepancies between orders received from physicians versus those dispensed by pharmacists.
- Provided guidance to pharmacists, technicians, interns, and students regarding the preparation of medications.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals across multiple departments to coordinate care for patients receiving medication therapy management services.
- Developed processes to ensure accuracy in drug orders and patient safety.
- Evaluated new products for their appropriateness in meeting clinical needs.
- Analyzed prescription errors and identified root causes for corrective action plans.
- Provided education sessions on safe handling techniques and appropriate storage conditions for drugs.
- Reviewed reports of adverse drug reactions to provide feedback on potential issues or risks associated with medication use.
- Ensured compliance with applicable state and federal regulations related to pharmacy operations.
- Coordinated activities related to compounding sterile products according to established standards.
- Compiled reports summarizing activities such as total prescriptions filled or number of refills requested.
- Performed regular quality assurance checks on all medications prior to releasing them for patient use.
- Dispensed drugs in hospital environments.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Answered patient questions regarding medications and health concerns and data requests.
- Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
- Maintained confidential financial and patient information to reduce risk of data breaches.
- Trained new technicians to provide excellent customer service which resulted in higher customer satisfaction scores.
- Secured drugs against theft, loss, or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
- Analyzed prescribing trends to monitor compliance and prevent excessive usage.
- Detected and reported therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Managed inventory and reduced costs by negotiating prices with multiple generic pharmaceutical suppliers.
- Increased focus on pharmacy's encompassing health services by administering immunizations and delivering patient consultations.
- Trained individuals in how to use devices to promote optimal medical support.
- Enforced adherence to infection control protocols.
Staff Pharmacist
Pharmachoice pharmacy
Astoria
04.2025 - Current
- Managed medication therapy for diverse patient populations in community pharmacy setting.
- Reviewed and verified prescriptions for accuracy and safety before dispensing.
- Provided patient counseling on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient medication regimens.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring stock levels met pharmacy needs.
- Trained and mentored pharmacy technicians on operational procedures and best practices.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized pharmacy software systems for prescription processing and patient record management.
- Provided medication counseling to patients on proper use, side effects and potential drug interactions.
- Managed the filling and dispensing of prescriptions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions or allergies before dispensing medications.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Collaborated with physicians to provide patients with high quality and cost-effective medications.
- Increased focus on pharmacy's encompassing health services by administering immunizations and delivering patient consultations.
- Assisted in training pharmacy technicians on prescription processing, inventory management and customer service skills.
- Maintained accurate records of patient profiles, medications and inventories.
- Ensured compliance with state laws, regulations and professional standards related to pharmacy practice.
- Facilitated the implementation of new technologies such as automated dispensing systems into the workflow process.
- Administered vaccines to immunize patients against communicable diseases.
- Analyzed drug utilization patterns in order to recommend cost-effective therapeutic alternatives.
- Advised and consulted with patients on potential side effects, drug interactions, storage requirements and directions for use.
- Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
- Oversaw drug preparation and distribution activities to provide safe, efficient care for patients.
- Secured drugs against theft, loss, or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently and professionally while promoting a positive image for the organization.
- Compounded non-sterile preparations such as ointments, creams, and suspensions.
- Monitored medication stock levels to ensure timely replenishment of supplies.
- Created new customer profiles and updated information in pharmacy computer systems.
- Provided immunization services including flu shots, shingles vaccines, as allowed by state law.
- Dispensed and delivered patient medications to patients throughout hospital.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies, and logged items into inventory system.
- Oversaw and monitored dispensation of controlled substances according to regulatory requirements.
- Created and implemented policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
- Performed daily audits to ensure accuracy of all pharmacy operations.
- Trained individuals in how to use devices to promote optimal medical support.
- Participated in Patient Pharmacist Partnership program for disease state management.
- Supervised pharmacy technicians and interns.
- Recommended over-the-counter medications for patients after assessing symptoms.
- Engaged in health promotion and disease prevention activities, including public health campaigns and screenings.
- Contributed to pharmacy and healthcare team meetings with medication expertise and recommendations.
- Provided education and guidance on over-the-counter medications, supplements, and health maintenance.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with patients to provide personalized care.
- Managed medication therapy and patient counseling to ensure optimal drug safety and efficacy.
- Maintained accurate patient medication profiles, including allergies, conditions, and concurrent medications.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with new medications, technology, and pharmacy practices.
- Performed quality assurance and medication safety checks to minimize errors and adverse drug events.
- Conducted comprehensive medication reviews to identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems.
- Responded to medication-related questions and concerns from patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Managed drug procurement, storage, and disposal processes to ensure medication integrity and compliance.
- Utilized pharmaceutical software to manage inventory, process prescriptions, and monitor drug interactions.
- Supervised pharmacy technicians and support staff in daily operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Oversaw compounding of special medications to meet unique patient needs, following precise formulas and protocols.
- Administered immunizations and vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted in the selection, dosing, and administration of medications based on patient-specific factors.
- Maintained confidential financial and patient information to reduce risk of data breaches.
- Enforced adherence to infection control protocols.
- Counseled patients on appropriate use of over-the-counter and prescription medications.
- Detected and reported therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Dispensed medications to patients in accordance with pharmacy policies. in hospital environments.
- Worked with pharmacy technicians to expedite urgent requests.
- Managed inventory and reduced costs by negotiating prices with multiple generic pharmaceutical suppliers.
Retail Pharmacy Manager
Ridgewood specialty meds
Westbury
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed daily pharmacy operations and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Supervised pharmacy staff and provided training on best practices.
- Coordinated medication inventory and maintained accurate stock levels.
- Implemented patient safety protocols and reviewed prescriptions for accuracy.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to enhance service delivery.
- Oversaw financial transactions and managed pharmacy budget effectively.
- Resolved customer inquiries and addressed medication-related concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care solutions.
- Developed strategies to increase customer loyalty and satisfaction.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Prepared weekly reports on pharmacy activities for senior management review.
- Collaborated with physicians on patient care plans including medication recommendations.
- Supervised daily operations at the retail pharmacy counter.
- Initiated cost saving measures by negotiating contracts with vendors.
- Maintained records of inventory, sales, and customer data.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries about medications or health care products.
- Implemented policies and procedures related to medication storage, security, record-keeping, sanitation.
- Ensured proper maintenance of pharmacy equipment and supplies.
- Conducted regular audits to verify compliance with safety standards and protocols.
- Provided guidance on drug interactions, side effects, dosage information.
- Evaluated performance of pharmacy staff members regularly through feedback sessions.
- Analyzed monthly sales reports to identify areas of improvement in service or product offerings.
- Participated in professional development seminars to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Managed financial operations such as budgeting, accounts receivable and payable, and payroll processing.
- Monitored prescription accuracy and compliance with laws and regulations.
- Created schedules for pharmacy staff to ensure adequate coverage.
- Oversaw the hiring and training of new pharmacy employees.
- Oversaw work activities, performance and service quality of pharmacy staff.
- Worked closely with store manager to maintain day-to-day operations.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired technicians.
- Ordered supplies needed for pharmacy and kept tabs on inventory levels.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Checked accuracy of medication dispensing to prevent errors and ensure patient safety. and productivity in performance of operational activities to maintain active pace of pharmacy.
- Dispensed medications after reviewing and interpreting prescriptions from healthcare providers.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels by placing timely orders for necessary medications. on weekly basis to meet anticipated demand and reduce backorders.
- Assessed safety procedures and federal regulations to maintain pharmacy compliance.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Secured drugs against theft, loss, or mismanagement by setting and enforcing effective procedures.
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging, and labeling medications.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
Pharmacy Technician
Sand Castle Pharmacy
New York
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported pharmacy operations by assisting with various tasks..... worked at billing and customer service.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Processed prescription orders using pharmacy management software.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and side effects.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient safety and care.
- Handled insurance claims and resolved billing inquiries promptly.
- Trained new staff on pharmacy procedures and best practices.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pharmacy work areas.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Checked expiration dates on medications to ensure that only unexpired products were dispensed.
- Organized work areas so that everything was easily accessible when needed.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local laws and company policies related to pharmacy operations.
- Received payment from customers and processed credit card transactions when necessary.
- Kept accurate records of controlled substances received and dispensed in accordance with DEA regulations.
- Provided customer service to patients by answering questions about medications and health-related topics.
- Processed customer payments accurately at the pharmacy counter. from customers and processed credit card transactions when necessary.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under the supervision of a pharmacist.
- Liaised with pharmacist to measure and prepare medication doses and packaging and label prescriptions.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
- Flagged potential side effects and allergies to prescribed medications for patients.
- Provided education materials about medications to patients upon request.
- Collaborated closely with pharmacist to ensure accurate medication preparation. to measure and prepare medication doses and packaging and label prescriptions.
- Received and stored incoming supplies and informed supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
- Established or maintained medications and other patient profiles.
- Assisted in training new employees on pharmacy procedures.
- Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Established or maintained medications and other patient profiles.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health
New York
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Processed billing inquiries for accurate determination of patient responsibilities.
- Provided exceptional customer service to assist patients with their medication needs.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by guiding team members during high-pressure situations.
- Promoted mutual understanding and tolerance among team members to enhance collaboration.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient safety and care.
- Assisted pharmacists in managing inventory and ordering supplies.
- Trained new staff on pharmacy procedures and best practices.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
- Teamed with peers, technicians and pharmacists to prioritize and complete orders.
- Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Handled insurance claims and resolved billing inquiries promptly.
- Reported any discrepancies or errors in medication ordering or filling processes immediately to the pharmacist on duty.
- Flagged potential side effects and allergies to prescribed medications for patients.
- Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications.
- Mutual understanding and tolerance
- Prepared compound medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Flagged potential side effects and allergies to prescribed medications for patients.
- Prepared compound medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
Education
Pharm.D. - Pharmacy
Bahauddin Zakariya University
Pakistan 10.2013 - 01.2018
Skills
- Licensed pharmacist
- Clinical Pharmacy Experience
- Pharmacy Operations
- Medication management
- Geriatrics
- Acute pain management
- Managed Care
- Pharmacy Management
- Utilization management
- Inpatient
- Outpatient
- Correctional pharmacy
- Prescription verification
- Prescription validation
- Prescription billing
- Care plans
- Compounding Medications
- Medical Records
- Pharmacy Technician Experience
- Quality improvement
- Inventory management
- Inventory control
- Order Entry
- Computer skills
- Pharmacy Software
- Prime rx
- Best rx
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Data Entry
- Typing
- Payroll
- Budgeting
- Analysis skills
- Research
- Health literacy education
- Staff training
- Supervising Experience
- Leadership
- Management
- Team collaboration
- Client management
- Communication proficiency
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Task management
- Integrity
- Math
- Public health
- Geriatric care
- Software troubleshooting
- Phone etiquette
- Team collaboration
- Communication proficiency
- Conflict resolution
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Task management
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacist, 02/01/25, 01/31/28, NY based license
- Registered Pharmacist (RPh), Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific)
- BC/BE
- BLS Certification
- Driver's License
Languages
- Punjabi, Expert
- Urdu, Fluent
- Hindi, Fluent
- English, Fluent
Timeline
Supervising Pharmacist
Pharmachoice pharmacy 2 inc
04.2025 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Pharmachoice pharmacy
04.2025 - Current
Retail Pharmacy Manager
Ridgewood specialty meds
03.2024 - 03.2025
Pharmacy Technician
Sand Castle Pharmacy
06.2023 - 01.2024
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Health
04.2019 - 05.2022
Pharm.D. - Pharmacy
Bahauddin Zakariya University
10.2013 - 01.2018