Ateka Saadallah
Irvine
Summary
Experienced with medication therapy management, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern Pharmacist
Healthcare Pharmacy
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Educated patients on proper medication administration techniques, potentially reducing adverse effects or complications from incorrect usage.
- Increased efficiency in the pharmacy by implementing best practices for proper storage, organization, and handling of medications.
- Improved patient satisfaction by addressing questions and concerns regarding their prescriptions in a timely manner.
- Assisted pharmacists in conducting medication therapy reviews, identifying potential drug-related problems and formulating interventions to enhance patient care.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines governing pharmaceutical compounding processes and procedures.
- Enhanced medication effectiveness by accurately weighing and measuring ingredients for custom compound prescriptions.
- Assisted pharmacists by preparing compounded medications, resulting in timely and accurate prescription fulfillment.
Advanced Elective Intern
West Anahiem Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Contributed to research initiatives by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting clinical data to advance evidence-based practice.
- Engaged in discussions with the director to align on project goals.
- Participated in P&T meetings to contribute to pharmaceutical discussions and decision-making processes.
- Instructed nurses on proper techniques for withdrawing medicine from vials to IV bags.
- Worked alongside residents to support and enhance their project development.
APPE Critical Care Intern
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Contributed to the dosing and monitoring of warfarin, enhancing patient care in critical settings.
- Completed daily rounds, ensuring patients received correct medication regimens.
- Determined appropriate TPN dosing for patients in critical care settings.
- Assessed and adjusted Vancomycin dosing to meet the specific needs of critical care patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to optimize drug therapy for critically ill patients, improving outcomes.
- Responded to emergency codes within the hospital, ensuring prompt and effective pharmaceutical care.
APPE General Medicine Intern
West Anahiem Medical Center
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Transitioned patients from intravenous to oral medications as per protocols.
- Conducted antibiotic stewardship to ensure appropriate use and minimize resistance.
- Reviewed and tailored drug dosages for renal dose patients to prevent adverse effects and enhance efficacy.
- Monitored fall risk patients, applying preventative strategies to enhance their safety.
APPE Community Intern
Genoa Healthcare
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Counseled patients on medication usage and adherence.
- Reviewed and confirmed the accuracy of prescriptions before distributing controlled medications.
- Managed prior authorization requests to support patient access to prescribed treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare doctors to ensure timely patient refills and medication management.
- Conducted controlled medication inventory to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Validated incoming medications by cross-referencing with DEA documentation.
APPE Managed Care Intern
Scan
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Managed appeals for denied patient medications.
- Performed comprehensive medication reconciliation to ensure patient safety and adherence to prescribed therapies.
- Contributed to clinical projects under the guidance of pharmacists.
APPE Ambulatory Care Intern
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Conducted comprehensive medication therapy management (MTM) sessions with patients.
- Ensured patient medication adherence through regular follow-ups and consultations.
- Supplied patients with essential resources for depression support.
- Conducted comprehensive research on HIV regulations across 14 states.
- Ensured patient privacy and confidentiality in all interactions.
APPE Ambulatory Care Intern
Optum
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted medication consultations with patients over the phone, ensuring accurate and safe medication use.
- Conducted daily outbound calls to patients, ensuring timely follow-up and support.
- Counseled patients on appropriate medication usage to ensure effective treatment.
Intern Pharmacist
Walgreens
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Educated patients on proper medication administration techniques, potentially reducing adverse effects or complications from incorrect usage.
- Ensured timely prescription fulfillment by prioritizing tasks and managing workload effectively, resulting in seamless pharmacy operations.
- Promoted medication adherence through regular follow-ups with patients, offering support as needed throughout their treatment journey.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA05-2019
Skills
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Immunization administration
- Medication dispensing
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Therapeutic drug monitoring
- Compounding techniques
Certification
Pharmacy Intern License No. 46975
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intern Pharmacist
Healthcare Pharmacy
05.2024 - 07.2024
Advanced Elective Intern
West Anahiem Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
APPE Critical Care Intern
Mission Hospital Regional Medical Center
09.2023 - 11.2023
APPE General Medicine Intern
West Anahiem Medical Center
08.2023 - 09.2023
APPE Community Intern
Genoa Healthcare
06.2023 - 08.2023
APPE Managed Care Intern
Scan
05.2023 - 06.2023
APPE Ambulatory Care Intern
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
03.2023 - 05.2023
APPE Ambulatory Care Intern
Optum
02.2023 - 03.2023
Intern Pharmacist
Walgreens
11.2021 - 11.2022
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Western University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California, Irvine
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