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KIRTAN DESAI

Pharmacy Assistant
Brampton

Summary

Detail-oriented and organized Pharmacy Assistant with hands-on experience supporting pharmacists in prescription processing, inventory management, and customer service. Proficient in Kroll Pharmacy Software and Microsoft Office Suite with a strong commitment to accuracy, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Pharmacy Assistant

Apex Pharmacy And Compounding
01.2025 - Current
  • Supported pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in filling and verifying prescriptions using Kroll software.
  • Entered, scanned, and processed prescription data accurately into pharmacy systems.
  • Assisted customers with prescription pickup, responded to inquiries, and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained inventory by ordering, receiving, and organizing medication stock.
  • Prepared and processed invoices, insurance claims, disbursements, and billing documents.
  • Packaged and shipped prescription orders following established cold-chain protocols and safety standards.
  • Ensured accurate maintenance of pharmacy records and supported regulatory compliance through timely adverse event reporting.
  • Answered and screened incoming calls, relaying messages or directing to the pharmacist as needed.
  • Maintained a clean and organized pharmacy workspace, supporting general housekeeping duties.

Pharmacy Assistant

Lacoste Pharmacy
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Received and processed prescriptions while ensuring compliance with provincial legal and regulatory conditions, verifying patient details, third-party information, and prescription completeness.
  • Conducted accurate data entry for prescriptions, patient information updates, price checks, and generated reports as directed by the pharmacist.
  • Assisted in filling prescriptions under pharmacist supervision, ensuring accuracy through 7-point checks, DIN verification, and appropriate product selection.
  • Maintained inventory control by monitoring stock levels, checking expiration dates, handling returns, and restocking pharmacy supplies using preferred wholesalers.
  • Performed general housekeeping duties, including cleaning and organizing the dispensary, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe work environment.
  • Managed clerical tasks such as filing prescriptions, processing invoices, handling reports, and completing administrative support functions.
  • Assisted with over-the-counter (OTC) operations, including ordering, stocking, and cashier duties as assigned.

Education

GED -

Sheridan College
Oakville, ON
05.2023 - 12.2024

Skills

  • Prescription Filling Assistance
  • Kroll Pharmacy Software
  • Prescription Scanning & Entry
  • Inventory Management
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Customer Service
  • Adverse Event Reporting
  • Cold-chain Distribution
  • Sterile Preparation Knowledge
  • Data Accuracy & Recordkeeping
  • Telephone Screening
  • Multi-tasking & Time Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Order Packing & Shipping
  • Bilingual

SOFTWARE

Kroll Pharmacy Management Software, HealthWATCH, Nexxsys Pharmacy Software

Certification

WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

Timeline

Standard First Aid & CPR (Level C)

03-2025

Pharmacy Assistant

Apex Pharmacy And Compounding
01.2025 - Current

WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

04-2024

Pharmacy Assistant

Lacoste Pharmacy
07.2023 - 11.2023

GED -

Sheridan College
05.2023 - 12.2024

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