SANAZ DERAKHSHANI JAN
Lake Forest,CA
Summary
Dynamic pharmacist with extensive experience at CVS Pharmacy, excelling in medication counseling and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and patient safety through effective team supervision and quality assurance. Skilled in drug interaction assessment and committed to delivering exceptional customer service while fostering trust and loyalty.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist
Rite Aid
Palm Desert, CA
10.2024 - Current
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Advised customers on non-prescription medications such as over-the-counter drugs, herbals and nutritional supplements.
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Analyzed physician's medication orders for correctness according to policy guidelines.
- Performed administrative duties such as updating patient information or submitting insurance claims forms.
- Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
- Verified accuracy of prescription labels before dispensing medications.
- Provided medication counseling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
- Evaluated appropriateness of medication therapy in accordance with established protocols or guidelines.
- Organized inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels for all products carried by the pharmacy.
- Checked prescriptions for proper contents and labeling.
- Responded to medication-related questions and concerns from patients, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Performed quality assurance and medication safety checks to minimize errors and adverse drug events.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with new medications, technology, and pharmacy practices.
- Maintained accurate patient medication profiles, including allergies, conditions, and concurrent medications.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with patients to provide personalized care.
- Administered immunizations and vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
Pharmacist In Charge
CVS Pharmacy
Cathedral City, CA
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Supervised a team of 5 pharmacy technicians and one staff pharmacist to enhance operational efficiency.
- Ensured the growth and profitability of the Pharmacy through effective management strategies.
- Oversaw daily activities of Pharmacy, maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Recruited and trained staff to enhance service quality and operational proficiency.
- Liaised with suppliers to secure necessary medications and supplies efficiently.
- Reviewed physician orders to prepare medications accurately, ensuring patient safety.
- Dispensed medications by packaging and labeling pharmaceuticals according to best practices.
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints, fostering trust and loyalty in services.
Pharmacist
Rite Aid
Los Angeles, CA
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Supervised team of 4 to 5 pharmacy technicians and 2 pharmacists.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal pharmacy policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Protected drug inventories from damage or theft by establishing and enforcing clear pharmacy policies.
- Pharmacy operations management
- Customer service, education, and counseling
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Detail-Oriented and very organized
- Strong decision making ability
- Coordinating inventory
- Drug Formulation and Compounding
- Confidentially and HIPAA
- Loss prevention controls
- Efficient and accurate
Pharmacist
CVS
Palm Spring, CA
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Provide guidance and mentoring to staff members who wished to obtain further qualifications.
- Fill and dispense prescriptions.
- Increase sales and customer satisfaction by optimizing filling process to reduce wait times.
- Manage inventory.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Prepare for insurance audit and interface with auditors.
Intern Pharmacist
CVS
Dana Point, CA
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
- Followed department policies, procedures and best practices for pharmacy operations.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions and refill instructions.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia and other diseases.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
Intern Pharmacist
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
Colton, CA
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Compounded and prepared intravenous products.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying the accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions and refill instructions.
- Interacted with healthcare professionals to support timely and proper processing of prescriptions.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
Intern Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy, Retail
Laguna Niguel, CA
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Compared prescription details against safety standards and insurance requirements to support patients.
- Communicated closely with patients, ensuring medical information was kept private.
- Updated patient profiles and prescriptions in CVS software with strong focus on accuracy.
- Provided friendly customer service at drop-off and pick-up counters.
- Followed department policies, procedures, and best practices for pharmacy operations.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
- Contacted insurance companies to resolve claims issues.
- Monitored inventory levels and notified pharmacist of items requiring reorder.
Intern Pharmacist
Prospect Medical Group
Orange, CA
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Interacted with healthcare professionals to support timely and proper processing of prescriptions.
- Addressed customer questions regarding refills, insurance EOBs and status prescriptions filling.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Contacted insurance companies to resolve claims issues.
Intern Pharmacist
Razi Pharmacy
Mission Viejo, CA
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
- Performed blood pressure and blood glucose tests on patients.
- Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and insurance information.
Intern Pharmacist
The Druggist Pharmacy
Laguna Niguel, CA
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Compounded and prepared non-sterile products.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying the accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
- Addressed customer questions regarding refills, insurance EOBs, and status prescriptions filling.
Education
Licensed Doctor of Pharmacy - Doctor of Pharmacy
Chapman University
Orange, CA05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Environmental And Occupational Health
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA06.2015
Associate of Arts - AA
Los Angeles Pierce College
Woodland Hills, CA06.2013
Skills
- Medication counseling and patient education
- Prescription accuracy and drug safety
- Drug interaction assessment and evaluation
- Inventory management and recordkeeping
- Regulatory compliance and requirements
- Quality assurance and standards
- Team supervision and technician oversight
- Customer service and complaint resolution
- Immunization administration and therapeutic consultation
- Effective communication and problem solving
Affiliations
- Learning law and regulations
- Biking
- Swimming
- Flying
- Cooking
- Camping
- Reading books
Languages
English
Professional
Farsi
Professional
Timeline
Pharmacist
Rite Aid
10.2024 - Current
Pharmacist In Charge
CVS Pharmacy
04.2023 - 06.2024
Pharmacist
Rite Aid
01.2022 - 04.2023
Pharmacist
CVS
10.2021 - 12.2021
Intern Pharmacist
CVS
10.2018 - 10.2020
Intern Pharmacist
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 04.2018
Intern Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy, Retail
09.2017 - 12.2017
Intern Pharmacist
Prospect Medical Group
06.2017 - 07.2017
Intern Pharmacist
Razi Pharmacy
09.2016 - 04.2017
Intern Pharmacist
The Druggist Pharmacy
01.2016 - 04.2016
Licensed Doctor of Pharmacy - Doctor of Pharmacy
Chapman University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental And Occupational Health
California State University, Northridge
Associate of Arts - AA
Los Angeles Pierce College