Raad Hejazin
Griffith,Indian
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented healthcare and laboratory professional with a strong background in pharmacy operations, laboratory analysis, and patient care. Seeking to apply my expertise in clinical pharmacy, laboratory diagnostics, and healthcare technology to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Pharmacy Intern
Jackson Park Hospital
Chicago, Illinois
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by assisting in inventory management, medication storage organization, and restocking shelves.
- Expanded knowledge of various medication classes through continuous learning from experienced pharmacists and attending relevant training sessions.
- Improved patient understanding by providing thorough medication counseling and answering questions in a clear manner.
- Prepared and verified emergency code carts, ensuring accurate medication stocking.
- Compounded sterile and non-sterile medications based on physician orders.
- Performed daily drug interaction reviews for hospitalized patients.
- Managed automated medication dispensing cabinets to maintain accurate inventory.
- Reviewed medication use records to ensure compliance with hospital policies.
Community Pharmacy, Pharmacist Clerkship
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Chicago, Illinois
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Conducted regular audits of the pharmacy''s controlled substances inventory, ensuring accurate record-keeping and preventing diversion or theft.
- Recommended alternative pharmaceutical therapy for patients with contraindications or allergies.
- Conducted medication therapy management (MTM) over the phone for qualified patients.
- Processed and dispensed prescriptions, verified insurance coverage, and counseled patients.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to review medication regimens and optimize patient therapy.
- Reduced medication errors within the pharmacy by developing and implementing a continuous quality improvement program.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging pharmaceutical trends by attending conferences and completing continuing education courses.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Griffith, Indiana
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Processed and verified patient prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted patients with medication counseling, insurance verification, and prescription processing.
- Managed inventory by restocking, returning expired medications, and coordinating with suppliers.
- Scheduled patient vaccinations, conducted COVID testing, and maintained a sterile environment.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapy management (MTM).
Lab Chemist
Tradebe Environmental Services
Hammond, Indiana
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Used analytical equipment for testing and analysis.
- Performed quality control testing on completed chemical formulas to verify consistency of each individual product.
- Tested products through prepared chemical reagents and solutions to determine need for improvement and level of criteria completion.
- Enhanced lab safety by conducting regular inspections and maintaining up-to-date safety documentation.
- Conducted chemical analysis and testing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials.
- Utilized high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas chromatography (GC), and spectroscopy techniques for sample analysis.
- Ensured strict regulatory compliance and lab safety in handling environmental samples.
- Assisted in the development of analytical methods for detecting contaminants.
Healthcare Administrative Assistant
Health and Wellness Center
Chicago, Illinois
06.2016 - 12.2017
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Scheduled and coordinated patient appointments in a high-traffic clinical setting.
- Organized and maintained electronic medical records (EMR) while ensuring confidentiality.
- Assisted patients via phone with clinic services, insurance inquiries, and appointment confirmations.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Chicago State University, College of Pharmacy
Chicago, IL 06.2025 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Pre-Med
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL 06.2025 - 06.2025
Skills
Laboratory & Analytical: Spectroscopy, Chromatography, High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography, Microscopy, Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), Chemical Testing & Analysis
Pharmacy & Healthcare: Clinical pharmacy experience, prescription processing, patient counseling, medication therapy management, immunizations, compounding
Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, pharmacy software systems
Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Ability to handle high-pressure situations professionally while maintaining efficiency
Certification
State of Illinois Pharmacy Technician License, 049.300022
Affiliations
Illinois Council of Health-System Pharmacist (ICHP)
American Pharmacist Association (APHA)
Timeline
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Chicago State University, College of Pharmacy
06.2025 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Pre-Med
Chicago State University
06.2025 - 06.2025
Pharmacy Intern
Jackson Park Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
Community Pharmacy, Pharmacist Clerkship
Walgreen's Pharmacy
03.2023 - 06.2023
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
06.2021 - 06.2022
Lab Chemist
Tradebe Environmental Services
05.2019 - 08.2019
Healthcare Administrative Assistant
Health and Wellness Center
06.2016 - 12.2017
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