Passionate clinical pharmacist with more than 16years of experience in hospital settings. Skilled in providing high-quality patient care and collaborating with healthcare teams. Demonstrates talent for medication management, reviewing and approving medication orders, and monitoring for drug interactions and adverse reactions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Deputy Drug Controller
Jinnah Hospital
Lahore
06.2022 - 05.2025
Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements through rigorous monitoring and updating of policies.
Supervise and coordinate all pharmacy staff (pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and assistants).
Ensure proper functioning of the inpatient and outpatient pharmacy units.
Oversee procurement, storage, and dispensing of medications.
Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and ensure cold chain maintenance for sensitive drugs (e.g., vaccines, insulin).
Prevent medication errors and promote rational drug use.
Work with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals on drug therapy decisions.
Provide drug information and training to medical staff.
Maintain up-to-date records and documentation for audits and inspections
Deputy Drug Controller
Provincial Quality Control Board
02.2021 - 06.2022
Supervise and coordinate with Drug Inspectors and Drug Testing Laboratories regarding sampling and analysis of drugs.
Monitor compliance with: Drugs Acts
Evaluate reports from drug testing labs (e.g., DTL Lahore, Faisalabad, etc.).
Present technical findings to the Provincial Quality Control Board.
Recommend prosecution or disposal of cases involving: Spurious
Substandard
Adulterated or misbranded drugs
Assist the PQCB in legal proceedings and follow-up with:
Drug Courts
Public Prosecutors
Prepare and review case files for presentation to the Board.
Maintain documentation and ensure timely action on pending cases.
Hospital Pharmacist
Jinnah Hospital
Lahore
07.2008 - 02.2021
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, enhancing patient care.
Handled hazardous substances properly to maintain a safe work environment.
Conducted comprehensive medicine reviews for optimisation of patient health outcomes.
Facilitated staff training sessions on updated pharmacy guidelines and new medications.
Kept up-to-date with latest pharmacy best practices, maintaining professional competency.
Reduced risks of medication error through diligent review and verification processes.
Maintained meticulous records of all controlled substances for legal compliance and audit preparation.
Improved patient treatment plans by participating in ward rounds.
Ensured smooth operations during busy periods by managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Provided medication information to patients, improving their understanding of drug use and potential side effects.
Monitored pharmacy inventory, promptly reordering low-stock supplies to prevent stock-outs.
Stored medicines and hospital supplies safely and securely.
Checked prescriptions to identify and resolve errors, verifying appropriateness for individual patients.
Worked with multidisciplinary teams across departments to provide comprehensive clinical service for patients.
Contributed to positive treatment outcomes, providing high-quality medication advice and patient counselling.
Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders, maintaining high quality of practice.
Advised on most appropriate form of medication based on effectiveness and patient preference.
Responded to queries regarding dosages, indications and drug availability, communicating clearly with patients from range of backgrounds.
Labelled medication with dose and administration guidance.
Processed and dispensed prescriptions to doctors' instructions.
Stored medication according to specific temperature instructions.
Educated patients about correct medication dosage and storage.
Kept up-to-date prescription records for reliable reference.
Advised patients on drug incompatibility and contraindications, minimising likelihood of ill effects.
Education
Doctor of pharmacy - Pharmacy
Punjab University
Lahore
08.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of pharmacy - Pharmacy
Punjab University
Lahore, Pakistan
08.2000 - 08.2004
Master of philosophy - pharmaceutics
Punjab University
Lahore, Pakistan
12.2006 - 12.2008
Skills
Communication skills, written and verbal
Team leader and player
Record-keeping skills Time management, multitasking