Zahra Zahravi MPharm
Toronto,ON
Summary
- Dynamic pharmacy professional with an MPharm degree, armed with up-to-date knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences and practices.
- Solutions-driven mindset, characterized by a consistent ability to meet deadlines, solve problems efficiently, and contribute positively to team objectives and overall pharmacy success.
- Detail-oriented individual experienced in utilizing pharmacy software, with a keen interest in Kroll, ensuring accurate prescription processing and data management.
- Demonstrates a strong foundation in pharmaceutical distribution with the ability to grasp and adapt to new distribution techniques, including cold-chain distribution.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Student
Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Conducted Best Possible Medication Histories, patient-work-ups and developed care plans for admitted respiratory and cystic fibrosis patients.
- Collaborated in interprofessional teams, respiratory consultants, nurses and physiotherapist, facilitating interdisciplinary healthcare settings, underscoring importance of teamwork.
- Conducted drug therapeutic monitoring for Tobramycin, emphasizing dose adjustments based on creatinine clearance and monitoring adverse effects.
- Orchestrated medication adherence screenings, enhancing patient prescription compliance.
- Gained hands-on proficiency by shadowing expert nurses in IV medication preparation and administration.
- Expedited prescription filling process, showcasing proficiency in pharmacy software and efficient task prioritization.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions which allowed pharmacists to have more time for patient-centered care.
- Meticulously established and maintained patient profiles, updating organizational database with current information.
Clinical Review Pharmacy Assessor
Ontario Ministry of Health
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Reviewed and verified 300+ clinical submissions through data interpretation, classification, and information processing.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to meticulously assess requests for non-formulary drug funding.
- Employed analytical approach, leveraging clinical information and adhering to rigorous, established criteria to ensure precise evaluations and robust decision-making.
- Assessed 100+ inquiries from physician offices and other health professionals through verbal and written communication.
- Successfully responded to average of 30 calls per day physicians and other delegates through Telephone Request Service (TRS), exemplifying exemplary customer service and communication acumen.
- Conducted in-depth research on novel non-formulary treatments like Lynparza and Zejula for ovarian cancer, resulting in pivotal clinical presentation presentation for Ontario Ministry of Health managers and pharmacists.
Pharmacy Student
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Conducted Best Possible Medication Histories, patient-work-ups and developed for care plans for Gastroenterology patients.
- Actively participated in daily rounds and Interprofessional meetings.
- patient consultations to gather medication history and screen for adherence issues
- Performed physical examination including height, weight, and blood pressure measurements
- Communicated findings to healthcare professionals through written GP letters
- Presented 5 patient cases to clinical supervisor for feedback
- Maintained comprehensive and confidential record of patients seen during placement
Pharmacy Student
Notting Hill Pharmacy
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Collaborated closely with Pharmacist and Registered Pharmacy Technicians to effectively fill prescriptions, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
- Streamlined prescription pick-up process, directly assisting patients and verifying accuracy of prescription handovers.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Maintained pharmacy records and verified that customer receives correct prescriptions.
- Aptly filled 40+ prescription per day.
- Conducted precise preparation and processing of billings, claims, and other financial documents, ensuring transparent and error-free transactions.
- Managed inventory processes, from ordering and receiving medications to diligently reviewing associated documentation and invoices.
- Answer phone and respond to inquires from internal and external customers.
- Diligently provided in general housekeeping and · Provided efficient administrative support including, filing, Microsoft Word and Excel, copying, and faxing.
Pharmacy Student
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted Best Possible Medication Histories, patient-work-ups and developed for care plans for cardiology patients.
- Conducted drug history taking for 20 cardiology patients to ensure safe and effective medication use.
- Reviewed and assessed patients' medication history based on national and local guidelines for cardiovascular conditions including myocardial infraction and heart failure.
- Conducted and presented clinical care plans for 2 patients.
Pharmacy Assistant
Shopper's Drug Mart
10.2015 - 09.2019
- Aptly prepared and dispensed 50+ prescriptions per day by prioritizing workload
- Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
- Merchandised over-the-counter goods and rotated stock.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
- Organized incoming supplies of medications and rotated stock
- Provided efficient administrative support including, copying, faxing, and filing using Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
- Proficiently utilized Kroll Pharmacy software for prescription entry, scanning, and processing, while maintaining meticulous data accuracy in pharmacy files and digital records.
- Completed and filed documentation for insurance, store and liability purposes.
- Organized client information into correct profiles while maintaining confidentiality.
Pharmacy Student
Princess Margaret Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Provided friendly customer service at drop-off and pick-up counters.
- Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and insurance information.
- Report Adverse Events in accordance with provincial regulatory standards.
- Maintained pharmacy records .
Education
First Aid Certificate Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) Training Module -
Master of Pharmacy -
MPharm | King’s College London
United Kingdom2023
Honours Bachelor of Science -
University of Toronto
Canada2019
Skills
- Interpersonal and leadership
- Pharmaceutical distribution industry
- Consistently meet deadlines
- Problem-solving
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Maintain accuracy
- Multi-task
- Work independently
- Team member
- Time management
- Customer service
Additional Information
Pharmacy Research Student | King's College London
- Authored a literature review paper entitled "Novel Insulin Therapies revolutionizing diabetes management" as part of fulfillment of dissertation
- Developed pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic model of rivaroxaban using NONMEM
- Conducted literature searches using PubMed, Web of Science and Ovid
- Prepared paramagnetic liposome nanoparticles for cellular and tumor imaging
International Representative | British pharmaceutical students' association
- Compassionately engaged, motivated, and patiently supported the members
- Meticulously organized social events for international students completing exchange at community pharmacies.
Marketing co-chair | Student Society for Stem Cell Research, University of Toronto
- Planned marketing strategies including social media utilization to promote 2018 Art Symposium.
- Collaborated with a diverse team to execute the 2018 art symposium
- Managed communication between the executive team and other team members.
Timeline
Pharmacy Student
Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals
01.2023 - 02.2023
Clinical Review Pharmacy Assessor
Ontario Ministry of Health
05.2022 - 09.2022
Pharmacy Student
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
02.2022 - 03.2022
Pharmacy Student
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
11.2021 - 02.2022
Pharmacy Student
Notting Hill Pharmacy
10.2021 - 03.2022
Pharmacy Student
Princess Margaret Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2017
Pharmacy Assistant
Shopper's Drug Mart
10.2015 - 09.2019
First Aid Certificate Clinical Frailty Scale (CFS) Training Module -
Master of Pharmacy -
MPharm | King’s College London
Honours Bachelor of Science -
University of Toronto
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