MOHAMED ASAD
DOH Licensed Pharmacist
AL AIN
Summary
Proficient Pharmacist skilled at compounding and dispensing medications in compliance with guidelines.
Strong trainer and employee coach focused on teaching junior team members about policies and successful strategies to reduce errors and improve service.
Exemplary skills in medication dispensing and counseling.
Talented at advising patients of side effects, contraindications and benefits of medications.
Experienced in ordering, organizing, storing and dispensing different medications and controlled drugs. Always pursuing ways to improve controls, reduce loss, improve processes and increase customer satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Pharmacist, Supply Chain
ADCDA (Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority)
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug interactions or contraindications, ensuring patient safety.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations, promoting compliance with legal regulations and best practices.
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and inventory management systems.
- Mentored and trained new pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, fostering a supportive work environment focused on professional growth.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials and maintain high-quality standards.
- Managed procurement activities, driving cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.
- Implemented lean principles throughout the organization''s supply chain operations, contributing to waste reduction efforts and cost savings initiatives.
Pharmacist In-Charge
Medicina Pharmacy Group
2 2018 - 02.2024
- Coached staff on how to properly dispense medications, fill orders and serve customers.
- Counseled patients on proper use of medication and potential drug interactions.
- Purchased and organized supplies while maintaining compliance with proper storage procedures.
- Helped achieve pharmacy business objectives by increasing sales and gross margins by 30%
- Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects and optimal methods of administration.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
Trainee Pharmacist
Al Ain Pharmacy
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Addressed customer questions regarding refills, insurance EOBs and status prescriptions filling.
- Interacted with healthcare professionals to support timely and proper processing of prescriptions.
- Contacted insurance companies to resolve claims issues.
- Counseled patients on new medications and OTC products.
- Increased patient awareness regarding compliance and adherence.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Worked as part of team of 4 pharmacy interns
Pharmacy Intern
Tawam Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions and refill instructions.
- Assisted pharmacist in final review of filled prescriptions.
- Followed department policies, procedures and best practices for pharmacy operations.
- Educated Type 2 diabetes patients on medication therapy, proper nutrition and fitness.
Trainee Pharmacist
Neopharma Pharmaceutical Plant
04.2015 - 05.2015
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Established good understanding of GPP (good pharmacy practice) in GCC countries in accordance to WHO and FIP standards
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Pharmacy Student
AL AIN UNIVERSITY
Al Ain City, United Arab Emirates 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Al-Ain University For Science And Technology
AL AIN 09.2012 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Khalid Bin Al-Walid School
AL AIN 09.2006 - 12.2009
Skills
Pharmacy management Customer service, education, and counseling Medication dispensing Pharmaceutical sales and services Reviewing prescriptions Identifying Counter-Indicated Drugs Maintaining records Promotion of Health and Disease Prevention Company policy compliance Patient education and counseling FDA and ICH Guidelines FDA Drug Safety Guidelines
Timeline
Pharmacist, Supply Chain
ADCDA (Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority)
03.2023 - Current
Trainee Pharmacist
Al Ain Pharmacy
02.2017 - 08.2017
Pharmacy Intern
Tawam Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2016
Trainee Pharmacist
Neopharma Pharmaceutical Plant
04.2015 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Al-Ain University For Science And Technology
09.2012 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Khalid Bin Al-Walid School
09.2006 - 12.2009
Master of Science - Clinical Pharmacy Student
AL AIN UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -
Pharmacist In-Charge
Medicina Pharmacy Group
2 2018 - 02.2024