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Shahzad Rafique

Mailsi

Summary

Goal-oriented pharmacy assistant operates well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Knowledgeable of state and federal guidelines for pharmacy operations and controls. Works well with patients and providers.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Pharmacist

Nishtar Pharmacy
Mailsi, Pakistan
02.2022 - 07.2023

Responsibilities:

  • Assisted in the preparation of medications by counting, pouring, weighing and measuring; mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
  • Compounded sterile preparations when needed under proper supervision from a pharmacist.
  • Conducted physical inspections of prescription orders to ensure accuracy before processing them.
  • Managed stock levels through regular cycle counts and monitored expiration dates of drugs.
  • Assisted customers with questions about over-the-counter medications usage and dosages.
  • Assisted pharmacists in providing information about generic alternatives for expensive brand name drugs.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective use of medications.
  • Ensured that all laws governing the sale of medicines are followed while handling prescriptions.
  • Performed administrative duties such as ordering supplies, maintaining inventories, preparing reports.
  • Calculated correct dosages based on weight, age, medical condition using appropriate measuring devices.

Production Officer

Hamdard Laboratories (Waqf) Lahore
Lahore, Pakistan
01.2020 - 12.2021

Responsibilities:

  • Performed regular maintenance on production machinery to prevent breakdowns.
  • Created detailed documentation outlining procedures for product assembly and packaging processes.
  • Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the facility to optimize workflow processes.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Coordinated with other departments to resolve production issues in a timely manner.
  • Monitored employee performance, providing feedback as needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of raw materials used in each production cycle as well as finished goods produced.
  • Conducted research for cost-effective solutions to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and quality standards during the manufacturing process.
  • Developed and maintained production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Coached junior employees on how to complete tasks.

Education

Master of Arts - Political Science

University of Sargodha
Sargodha
09-2023

Pharmacy Technician -

Kings College of Health Sciences, Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur
10-2020

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Eastern Medicine And Surgery

Islamia University Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur
08-2019

Intermediate -

Punjab College Multan
Multan
06-2013

Matric -

Mailsi Public School Mailsi
Mailsi
08-2010

Skills

  • Pharmaceutical Calculations
  • Patient Counseling
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Processing payments
  • Processing orders
  • POS System Operation
  • Submitting insurance documents
  • Filing documents
  • Preparing bulk medications
  • Pharmacy operations
  • Resolving Complaints

Languages

Saraiki
First Language
Urdu
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Timeline

Assistant Pharmacist

Nishtar Pharmacy
02.2022 - 07.2023

Production Officer

Hamdard Laboratories (Waqf) Lahore
01.2020 - 12.2021

Master of Arts - Political Science

University of Sargodha

Pharmacy Technician -

Kings College of Health Sciences, Bahawalpur

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Eastern Medicine And Surgery

Islamia University Bahawalpur

Intermediate -

Punjab College Multan

Matric -

Mailsi Public School Mailsi
Shahzad Rafique