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
Team Leadership and Supervision
Patient Counseling and Education
Quality Assurance and Compliance
Data Analysis and Drug Utilization Review
Pharmacy Software
Operating System MS DOS
Operating System Windows
Productivity Tools MS Office
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