Sura Al Taii
Pharmacist-Intern
Accokeek,MD
Summary
Pharmacist intern specializing in evidence-based therapeutics and guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT). Proficient in utilizing Micromedex, Lexicomp, UpToDate, and DailyMed for clinical recommendations and patient care enhancement. Experienced in acute care, ambulatory care, and global health, demonstrating strong collaboration and adaptability within diverse teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist Intern – Outpatient Ambulatory Care
VHC Health
Arlington, VA
07.2025 - Current
- Provide patient counseling and medication therapy management in an ambulatory clinic.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans for chronic disease management.
Pharmacist Intern – Inpatient ICU
VHC Health Center
Arlington, VA
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted with ICU chart reviews, therapeutic planning, and pharmacotherapy monitoring.
- Supported care of critically ill patients receiving complex medication regimens.
Pharmacist Intern – Oncology
INOVA Schar Cancer Institute
Fairfax, VA
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Reviewed chemotherapy orders and monitored supportive care protocols.
- Evaluated drug interactions and assisted with oncology patient counseling.
Pharmacist Intern
Vienna Drug Center
Vienna, VA
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Dispensed prescriptions accurately under pharmacist supervision.
- Provided patient counseling and supported immunization services.
Student Pharmacist – Global Health Outreach
Shenandoah University Global Experiential Learning
Nicaragua
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Delivered patient care in underserved Nicaraguan communities through interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Advanced chronic disease management and medication counseling for vulnerable populations.
- Strengthened pharmacotherapy practices using clinical decision support in resource-limited settings.
- Compounded oral rehydration solutions to address urgent healthcare needs.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
Waldorf, MD
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Processed prescriptions and verified insurance coverage.
- Supported pharmacists with inventory management and patient education.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
Falls Church, Virginia
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Assisted in prescription filling and patient record maintenance.
- Ensured compliance with workflow and safety standards.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) -
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA05.2026
Associate of Arts - International Relations
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05-2018
Pre-pharmacy Requirements Program
Howard University
Washington, DCSkills
- Patient counseling and education
- Medication dispensing
- Dosage calculation
- Pharmacotherapy support
- Drug interaction monitoring
- Adverse effect monitoring
- Prescription verification
- Insurance billing
- Inventory management
- Regulatory compliance
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication management
- Drug evaluation and information research
Affiliations
American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
Certification
- Pharmacy Intern License
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Technical & Clinical Skills
- Electronic Health Records / Pharmacy Systems: Epic, MEDITECH Expanse, PioneerRx, Enterprise Pharmacy System (EPS)
- Drug Information & Clinical Resources: Highly skilled in Micromedex, DailyMed (for excipient and allergy inquiries), Lexicomp, and UpToDate for evidence-based decision-making and patient care support
- Clinical Guidelines & Therapeutics: Stay current with evolving guideline updates (e.g., ACC/AHA, ADA, GINA, GOLD, IDSA) and proficient in guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) with strong understanding of first-line therapies, place in therapy, and evidence-based pharmacologic management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pharmacist Intern – Outpatient Ambulatory Care
VHC Health
07.2025 - Current
Pharmacist Intern – Inpatient ICU
VHC Health Center
06.2025 - 07.2025
Pharmacist Intern – Oncology
INOVA Schar Cancer Institute
05.2025 - 06.2025
Student Pharmacist – Global Health Outreach
Shenandoah University Global Experiential Learning
03.2024 - 03.2024
Pharmacist Intern
Vienna Drug Center
01.2022 - 01.2025
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens Pharmacy
01.2018 - 01.2019
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
12.2016 - 12.2017
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) -
Shenandoah University
Associate of Arts - International Relations
Northern Virginia Community College
Pre-pharmacy Requirements Program
Howard University
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