OCP Licensed Pharmacist
Mahesh Patel
Brampton,Canada
Summary
Dedicated pharmacist with extensive experience in community pharmacy settings across Canada, demonstrating a strong understanding of pharmacology, therapeutics, and drug interactions. Proven expertise in medication management, patient counseling, and therapeutic drug monitoring, with a commitment to ensuring regulatory compliance and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Strong collaborator with healthcare teams, adept at adapting to evolving patient needs while delivering high-quality pharmaceutical services.
Overview
1
1
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
Wal-Mart Pharmacy #5742
Bolton, ON
08.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations and company policies.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive medication management services for patients.
- Evaluated medication therapies for appropriateness, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize stock turnover while minimizing waste through effective ordering processes.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications before dispensing medications.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals, and physicians regarding drugs and potential side effects.
- Supported clinical services such as immunization administration and medication reviews, enhancing patient accessibility.
Staff Pharmacist
Wal-Mart Pharmacy #3159
Scarborough, ON
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Performed pharmacist duties within the scope of practice as per OCP guidelines.
- Expanded scope of practice including minor ailments, medication reviews, and vaccinations.
- Participated in health and wellness events, promoting patient engagement and education.
- Proficient in Kroll dispensing software and blister pack setup and preparation.
Pharmacist
Mariposa Pharmacy
Orillia, ON
02.2015 - 08.2022
- Reviewed prescriptions issued by physicians for proper dosage, therapeutic, and regulatory appropriateness.
- Compounded and dispensed prescribed medications according to professional standards and regulatory requirements.
- Administered flu and travel vaccines to pharmacy customers, enhancing patient care services.
- Performed medication reviews for eligible patients and gathered patient information to resolve drug-related issues.
Pharmacist
Target Pharmacy
Orillia, ON
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Performed pharmacist duties in compliance with OCP.
- Administered flu vaccines to pharmacy customers.
Pharmacist
Colborne Pharmacy
Brantford, ON
11.2013 - 05.2014
- Performed pharmacist duties in compliance with OCP.
- Managed methadone dispensing for patients.
Pharmacist
Relief Pharmacist
Ontario
07.2013 - 10.2013
Pharmacy Intern
Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy
Winnipeg, MB
03.2013 - 05.2013
Skills
- Medication management
- Therapeutic drug monitoring
- Proficient in Kroll dispensing platform
- Insurance billing expert
- Pharmacy inventory and recordkeeping
- Mentoring pharmacy technicians
- Patient counseling
- Drug utilization review
- Expanded scope of practice
- Pharmacy law
- OTC recommendations
- Collaborating with healthcare professionals
Education
Master of Pharmacy - Drug design & development
The M.S.University
Baroda, Gujarat, India07-2005
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
B.K.Mody Govt. Pharmacy College, Saurashtra University
Rajkot, Gujarat, India07-1998
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacist – Part A (Ontario) – Since 05 July 2013
- Continuing Education Certificate – Injection & Immunization Certificate Program (OPA) – March 2014
- Standard First Aid with CPR /AED level C - as required by OCP
- OCP Approved Essential Cannabis Certificate Program from OPA
- Comprehensive Diabetes Educator Program
- Opioid Dependence Treatment Core Course (CAMH) – Sep 2014
- Minor Ailments Prescribing Continued Education - 2022
Languages
English
Hindi
Gujarati
Interests
Reading and playing cricket
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
Wal-Mart Pharmacy #5742
08.2025 - Current
Staff Pharmacist
Wal-Mart Pharmacy #3159
08.2022 - 08.2025
Pharmacist
Mariposa Pharmacy
02.2015 - 08.2022
Pharmacist
Target Pharmacy
07.2014 - 02.2015
Pharmacist
Colborne Pharmacy
11.2013 - 05.2014
Pharmacist
Relief Pharmacist
07.2013 - 10.2013
Pharmacy Intern
Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy
03.2013 - 05.2013
Master of Pharmacy - Drug design & development
The M.S.University
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
B.K.Mody Govt. Pharmacy College, Saurashtra University