Yousaf Mirza
Birmingham,West midlands
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in community pharmacy. Proven ability to lead teams, deliver safe and effective patient care, and maintain efficient day to day operations. Extensive locum experience across a variety of settings has developed strong adaptability, clinical knowledge and customer service skills. Able to thrive in fast-paced environments and deliver exceptional service through strong communication and problem-solving skills. Career goals include advancing patient care through innovative pharmacy practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Locum pharmacist
Various community pharmacies
, West Midlands
12.2016 - Current
- Issued prescriptions to patients, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Identified potential drug interactions to protect patient health and wellbeing.
- Conducted thorough medicine reviews for optimal patient care.
- Implemented new procedures in pharmacy operations, enhancing overall performance levels.
- Assessed prescription accuracy before dispensing medications to avoid potential issues.
Pharmacy manager
Hillfields Pharmacy
Coventry, West Midlands
05.2020 - 02.2022
- Managed daily pharmacy operations, resulting in smooth workflow.
- Led team meetings, fostering open communication amongst staff members.
- Oversaw medication dispensing, ensuring accuracy and quality control at all times.
- Provided expert guidance to patients for medication understanding and adherence.
- Ensured accurate prescription processing, enhancing patient safety.
Pre-Registration pharmacist
Newbourough Pharmacy
Birmingham, West midlands
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Supported the responsible pharmacist in the day to day running of pharmacy operations.
- Dispensed medication against prescriptions
- Ensured safe disposal of returned or expired medicines.
- Conducted regular stock checks to maintain adequate supply of essential medications.
- Ordered and purchased medication and medical supplies and medication from wholesalers.
Education
Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) - Pharmacy
University of Wolverhampton
09.2010 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Biomaterials
University of Birmingham
09.2004 - 08.2007
Skills
- Dispensary and clinical services
- Staff supervision and rota management
- Medicines use reviews (MURs)
- New medicine service delivery
- Effective patient counselling and care
- Multitasking under pressure
- Pharmacovigilance and record keeping
- Patient medication record systems- proscript connect, pharmacy manager and Analyst
- Basic life support
- Immunisation and vaccination administration
Timeline
Pharmacy manager
Hillfields Pharmacy
05.2020 - 02.2022
Locum pharmacist
Various community pharmacies
12.2016 - Current
Pre-Registration pharmacist
Newbourough Pharmacy
09.2014 - 08.2015
Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) - Pharmacy
University of Wolverhampton
09.2010 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Biomaterials
University of Birmingham
09.2004 - 08.2007
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