A dedicated and experienced Pharmacist with 10 years of clinical and hospital pharmacy experience. Seeking to contribute expertise in medication management, patient counseling, and quality assurance to a dynamic healthcare team.
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LITTO SEBASTIAN
PHARMACIST
Dubai,MH
Summary
Overview
10
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
4
Languages
Work History
Safa Al Lisaili Pharmacy
Pharmacy Manager
01.2023 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Lead and manage pharmacy staff, including hiring, training, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Foster a collaborative and efficient work environment to ensure optimal service delivery.
- Reviews customer's prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain the needed drugs, and to evaluate their suitability.
- Achieves sales targets by using sales techniques, up-selling and cross selling.
- Provide counseling to patients on prescription medications and over-the-counter products, ensuring proper usage and addressing any concerns.
- Oversee the procurement and management of pharmacy inventory, maintaining optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Monitor medication levels and expiration dates to ensure timely restocking and disposal.
- Maintain compliance with UAE pharmacy laws, regulations, and safety standards.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to optimize pharmacy operations and ensure consistent service quality.
- Liaises with insurance companies to process insurance on time and resolve billing issues.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase revenue and optimize workflow.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and medication-related issues promptly and professionally.
- Review physician's orders and prescriptions to ensure appropriateness of drug therapy.
- Input physician's medication orders into Pharmacy Patient Medication Profile and maintain accurate records.
- Monitor patient medication profiles to prevent drug interactions and adverse reactions.
- Provide drug information and communicate with prescribers, nurses, and staff regarding drug therapy and safe handling.
- Supervise Senior Technicians, Pharmacy Technicians, and support staff in their duties.
- Conduct patient education on medication use and safety.
- Ensured pharmacy compliance with cleanliness and organizational standards.
- Perform quality control checks following departmental procedures.
- Clarify physician's medication orders and transcribe telephoned orders for physician counter-signing.
- Supervise medication pick-up, delivery, unit dose cart fill, and cassette exchange processes.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives with staff.
- Gather and analyze data for drug utilization reviews.
- Maintain professionalism, effectiveness, and confidentiality in all duties.
- Maintain high standards in intravenous (IV) preparation using aseptic techniques.
Farahidi Pharmacy
Pharmacy Manager
08.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Lead and manage pharmacy staff, including hiring, training, and conducting performance evaluations.
- Foster a collaborative and efficient work environment to ensure optimal service delivery.
- Ensure accurate and efficient dispensing of medications, adhering to all safety protocols.
- Provide counseling to patients on prescription medications and over-the-counter products, ensuring proper usage and addressing any concerns.
- Oversee the procurement and management of pharmacy inventory, maintaining optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Monitor medication levels and expiration dates to ensure timely restocking and disposal.
- Maintain compliance with UAE pharmacy laws, regulations, and safety standards.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to optimize pharmacy operations and ensure consistent service quality.
- Manage the pharmacy budget, including monitoring expenses and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
- Develop and implement strategies to increase revenue and optimize workflow.
- Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and medication-related issues promptly and professionally.
- Review and accurately dispense physician-prescribed medications, ensuring appropriateness and legality.
- Tailor counseling sessions to the patient's individual needs, considering their health literacy, cultural background, and language proficiency.
- Provide clear instructions to patients on medication usage, dosages, and potential side effects.
- Maintain control over delivering, stocking, and labeling medicines and other products, monitoring their condition to prevent expiration or deterioration.
- Ensure adherence to all applicable legal rules, regulations, and procedures governing pharmacy practice in the UAE.
- Maintain accurate records for controlled substances and ensure proper storage and disposal.
Ramada Pharmacy
Pharmacist
03.2018 - 06.2022
Job overview
Sunrise Hospital
Pharmacist
02.2015 - 03.2017
Job overview
Education
MG University
Bachelor of Pharmacy
01.2008 - 04.2013
University Overview
Skills
Medication Therapy Management
Dha License
Dha License
00201213-001Technological Proficiency
Technological Proficiency
- Pharmacy Software
- Operating System MS DOS, Windows
- Productivity Tools MS Office
Certification
DHA
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
Safa Al Lisaili Pharmacy
01.2023 - 01.2025
Pharmacy Manager
Farahidi Pharmacy
08.2022 - 01.2023
Pharmacist
Ramada Pharmacy
03.2018 - 06.2022
Pharmacist
Sunrise Hospital
02.2015 - 03.2017
MG University
Bachelor of Pharmacy
01.2008 - 04.2013
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