Summary
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DHAVAL KAKKAD

DHAVAL KAKKAD

Rajkot

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled Senior Pharmacist with over 7 years of experience in ICU and Trauma Center settings. Expertise in critical care pharmacotherapy, emergency medication management, and multidisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient outcomes in high-acuity environments. Proven ability to handle high-pressure situations, streamline medication processes, and mentor junior staff. Strong background in antimicrobial stewardship, infection control, and advanced clinical pharmacology. Passionate about improving patient safety and contributing to quality care in hospital and trauma units.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Pharmacist

MEDICARE ICU AND TRAUMA CENTER
RAJKOT
10.2022 - Current
  • Critical Care Medication Management: Managed and dispensed medications for critically ill patients in the ICU, including vasopressors, sedatives, antibiotics, and anticoagulants.
    Assisted in the preparation and administration of intravenous (IV) medications, ensuring dosage accuracy and timely delivery.
    Monitored patients' medication regimens closely to adjust for renal and hepatic functions or drug interactions.
  • Trauma Care Support:Collaborated with trauma teams to provide rapid pharmaceutical care for trauma patients, including pain management, antibiotic administration, and emergency medications.
    Played a key role in managing emergency drug supplies during trauma admissions, ensuring critical medications were available.

Supply Chain Management:

  • Coordinated the timely procurement of medications and medical supplies for ICU, trauma centers, and general hospital units.
  • Ensured the availability of critical and high-demand medications (e.g., anesthetics, antibiotics, and emergency drugs).

Junior Pharmacist

HCG HOSPITAL
RAJKOT
10.2021 - 10.2022
  • Assisting in the preparation and dispensing of medications.
  • Verifying prescriptions and ensuring accuracy.
  • Providing patient education on drug use, side effects, and interactions.
  • Managing inventory and checking for expired medications.
  • Supporting pharmacists in compounding medications.

Pharmacy Intern

SNK COVID CENTER
RAJKOT
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Dispensed COVID-related medications, including antivirals, antibiotics, and supportive care drugs.
  • Managed and prepared emergency medications and supplies for critical COVID patients.
  • Handled medication stock, ensuring availability of necessary drugs during peak demand.

Pharmacy Intern

SADHBHAVNA HOSPITAL
RAJKOT
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Issuing medicines to patients
  • Handling Billing Information.
  • Checking Stock and managing inventory accordingly

Education

B.Pharm - Pharmacy

Saurastra University
RAJKOT
02-2022

H.S.C -

V.J. Modi School
03-2017

S.S.C -

G.K Dholakiya School
03-2015

Skills

  • Patient Education
  • Overseeing pharmacy operations
  • Dispensing medicines
  • Compounding abilities
  • Customer counseling
  • OTC Recommendations

Languages

English, Gujarati, Hindi

Affiliations

  • Participated in hospital quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing medication errors or enhancing medication reconciliation in ICU/Trauma settings.

Timeline

Senior Pharmacist

MEDICARE ICU AND TRAUMA CENTER
10.2022 - Current

Junior Pharmacist

HCG HOSPITAL
10.2021 - 10.2022

Pharmacy Intern

SNK COVID CENTER
09.2020 - 01.2021

Pharmacy Intern

SADHBHAVNA HOSPITAL
01.2019 - 08.2019

B.Pharm - Pharmacy

Saurastra University

H.S.C -

V.J. Modi School

S.S.C -

G.K Dholakiya School
DHAVAL KAKKAD