Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Saman Reza Tafreshian

Buffalo,NY

Summary

Dynamic pharmacy professional with a proven track record at Parkview Health Services, excelling in interprofessional collaboration and quality assurance with strong clinical knowledge and adept in pharmaceutical care. Skilled in medication therapy management, patient counseling, and compounding. Works seamlessly in team settings, adapts quickly to changing needs, and consistently achieves results. Known for reliability, attention to detail, and effective communication. Consistently achieving regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Specialty LTC Pharmacy Graduate Intern

Parkview Health Services
11.2023 - Current
  • Entered 150+ prescriptions daily with precision. Performed medication therapy management and addressed poly-pharmacy issues, while maintaining Liaison between long-term care facilities and prescribers.
  • Ensured safe and effective drug therapy for patients through diligent monitoring of medication interactions and contraindications.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices through consistent compliance with state regulations governing pharmacy operations.
  • Facilitated transitions of care by ensuring accurate documentation of medication histories for incoming patients.
  • Compounded medications per USP guidelines.
  • Handled billing and prior authorizations.

Pharmacy Technician Manager

Parkview Health Services
10.2020 - 11.2023
  • Supervised 35+ pharmacy technicians, filling 1500+ prescriptions daily Alongside Operating and troubleshooting Dosis robots.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives that streamlined operations, resulting in increased efficiency without sacrificing patient care standards.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Streamlined inventory management for a well-stocked pharmacy with timely ordering and rotation of stock.
  • Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by training and mentoring new technicians, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
  • Maintained strict compliance with state regulations, contributing to successful annual inspections and continuous operation licensure.

Director of Pharmacy Operations

Kian Hospital Pharmacy
06.2017 - 10.2019
  • Managed in-patient pharmacy operations for a 500+ bed hospital.
  • Reduced medication errors by implementing robust quality assurance procedures, and collaboration with healthcare providers to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
  • Developed strategic plans aligned with organizational goals for continued growth in revenue generation.
  • Oversaw procurement activities, pricing and availability of medications.


Substance Withdrawal Management Consultant

Saman Rehabilitation Methadone Clinic
07.2015 - 03.2017

Managed substance withdrawal with Methadone, Suboxone, and Vivitrol. Provided addiction and nutrition consultations.

Education

Post-Doctorate - Quality Assurance And Regulatory Affairs in Pharma

Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences
Toronto, Ontario
12-2020

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) - Pharmacy

Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
Tehran, Iran
01-2015

Skills

  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Immunization administration
  • Quality assurance and Regulatory affairs
  • Therapeutic drug monitoring
  • Drug interactions analysis
  • Compounding techniques
  • Medication therapy management
  • Pharmacotherapy
  • Customer service
  • Team management
  • Patient education and counseling

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Arabic
Elementary

Affiliations

  • National Associations of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
  • Pharmacists Association of Western New York (PAWNY)

Certification

  • Pharmacist Licensure (RPh) - New York Board of Pharmacy.
  • Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certificate – American Pharmacists Association.
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Timeline

Specialty LTC Pharmacy Graduate Intern

Parkview Health Services
11.2023 - Current

Pharmacy Technician Manager

Parkview Health Services
10.2020 - 11.2023

Director of Pharmacy Operations

Kian Hospital Pharmacy
06.2017 - 10.2019

Substance Withdrawal Management Consultant

Saman Rehabilitation Methadone Clinic
07.2015 - 03.2017

Post-Doctorate - Quality Assurance And Regulatory Affairs in Pharma

Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) - Pharmacy

Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences
Saman Reza Tafreshian