Abdul Rhim Ghazali
Arlington
Summary
Dynamic pharmacy professional with extensive experience at Kroger, excelling in drug utilization review and patient education. Proven track record in optimizing patient care through effective collaboration and compliance oversight. Adept at leading teams and mentoring staff, ensuring high standards in prescription processing and customer service. Resourceful Pharmacy Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in medication therapy management, regulatory compliance, and inventory management. Excel at team leadership, customer service, and problem-solving to deliver exceptional patient care and pharmacy operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
PHARMACY MANAGER
Kroger
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted in managing daily pharmacy operations and staff scheduling.
- Processed prescriptions accurately and efficiently for customers.
- Ensured compliance with pharmacy regulations and safety standards.
- Educated customers on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care plans.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired technicians.
- Managed daily operations of the pharmacy, including staffing, scheduling and inventory control.
PHARMACIST
Kroger Pharmacy
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Interpreted and verified an average of 300 prescriptions daily, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Filled prescriptions accurately according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Evaluated patient histories to identify medication compliance issues, including doctor shopping or excessive usage.
- Assisted customers with medication inquiries, providing essential information and support.
- Addressed diverse health-related inquiries from patients, delivering tailored assistance.
- Maintained adherence to safety standards in prescription processing and verification.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and resolve medication concerns.
- Trained new staff on prescription filling procedures and customer service best practices.
Pharmacy Intern
Kroger Pharmacy
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Corresponded with various healthcare practitioners to assist in developing medication strategies for patients.
- Utilized medication therapy management services to help educate patients.
- Help new hires with training and daily tasks.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity to influenza, pneumonia, and various other diseases.
Certified Pharmacy technician
Kroger Pharmacy
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Assisted with inventory management.
- Daily interactions with a diverse patient clientele.
- Helped organize a team-based approach to the workflow process.
- Assisted patients minimize health costs recommending more cost-effective alternatives.
Education
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL - Pharmacy
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN05-2023
Undergraduate -
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN01.2018
undergraduate -
University of Tennessee
01.2016
Skills
- Drug utilization review
- Team leadership
- Patient education and counseling
- Immunization administration
- Mentorship and guidance
- Patient education strategies
- Inventory management
- Customer relationship management
- Compliance oversight
- Prescription processing
Volunteer Experience
- Generation Rx Health Fair, 10/01/19, Provided patients with various health screenings, Educated patients on the importance of medication safety, Educated patients on the importance and availability of Naloxone
- Betor Way clean needle exchange, 01/01/20, Provided patients with clean needles, Provided information for vaccines and rehabilitation services, Provided Naloxone training and education
- UHS COVID Vaccination, 01/01/21, Worked with other professional students and healthcare providers to give mass vaccinations, Provided patient education regarding Covid-19 and the vaccine
Timeline
PHARMACY MANAGER
Kroger
12.2023 - Current
PHARMACIST
Kroger Pharmacy
07.2023 - 12.2023
Pharmacy Intern
Kroger Pharmacy
08.2019 - 07.2023
Certified Pharmacy technician
Kroger Pharmacy
06.2016 - 08.2019
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL - Pharmacy
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Undergraduate -
University of Memphis
undergraduate -
University of Tennessee