Oksana Trithardt
Saskatoon
Summary
Confident pharmacist flexible in quickly mastering new technologies and information systems. Empathetic and intuitive during client interactions and adept at building trust and strong customer relations. Excels at teamwork, conflict resolution and making sound decisions under pressure.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Compounding Pharmacist
Medicidine Shoppe RUH
04.2023 - Current
- Tailored medications based on patient needs (flavor, allergies, dosage forms).
- Compounded non-sterile products including suspensions, creams, ointments, capsules, suppositories and troches.
- Verification of formulas prior to compounding and development of new product formulations.
- Calculated batch records for final batch weight, needed volume, simple metric conversions and raw materials measured.
- Mentored junior pharmacists and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Prepared medications in blister packs to provide safe and convenient way to take prescribed medication.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, COVID 19, and other diseases.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
Compounding Pharmacist
Nanogram Pharmacy
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Compounded medications for both human and animal patients.
- Compounded non-sterile products including suspensions, creams, ointments, capsules, suppositories and troches.
- Tailored medications based on patient needs (flavor, allergies, dosage forms).
- Attained specific practical knowledge of USP 795 and 800 for compounding non-sterile hazardous and non-hazardous drugs.
- Created and maintained Master Formulation and Compounding Records.
- Verification of formulas prior to compounding and development of new product formulations.
- Calculated batch records for final batch weight, needed volume, simple metric conversions and raw materials measured.
- Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, COVID19, and other diseases.
- Prepared medications in blister packs to provide safe and convenient way to take prescribed medication.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
Staff Pharmacist
Shoppers Drug Mart
01.2015 - 03.2022
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Worked efficiently to fill up to 600 scripts per day
- Received and accurately processed written prescriptions from customers using medical computer system.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia and other diseases.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Communicated regularly with physicians, nurses, insurance companies and managed care organizations.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Properly instructed pharmacy students and interns on introductory and advanced pharmacy practice rotations.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess medication compliance and spot issues such as doctor shopping or excessive usage.
- Delivered training on medical device use and storage to enhance support for different groups of patients.
- Extended patient engagement with extra counseling and follow-up adherence calls.
- Appropriately resolved customer issues, complaints and questions.
- Supervised dispensing of controlled substances using careful oversight and audit procedures.
- Assessed correct identity, strength and purity of medications when filling prescriptions.
- Directly supervised pharmacy technicians, interns and support staff while on duty.
- Assessed and prescribed various minor ailments to patients daily.
- Received and administered injection training to clients on Specialty Biologics such as Dupixent, Erelzi, Humira, Forteo, Xolair and Ajovy
- Compounded and dispensed methadone
Clinical Lab Instructor
College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, University of Saskatchewan
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Directly supervised and provided feedback to up to 10 students during lab assignments
Clinical Pharmacist
Remedy'sRX
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided long-term care services to 6 nursing homes in and around Calgary
- Supervised and managed packaging, checking and distribution of medication strips, blister packs and med packs weekly to residents of said care homes
- Managed warfarin dose changes on Wednesdays
- Communicated with physicians and central clinical pharmacists regarding medication changes and interactions
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
01.2010 - 07.2014
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia and other diseases.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Helped open brand new store and dispensary; and worked to increase prescription count to average of 110 scripts per day.
- Developed excellent professional relationships with local physicians
- Collaborated closely with health care professionals to monitor and assess quality and effectiveness of drugs and drug regimens.
- Successfully assisted customers with medical issues and provided valuable health care counseling.
- Appropriately resolved customer issues, complaints and questions.
- Supervised third year pharmacy students; Helped students run various Health Watch Clinics, which included such topics as sun safety, allergies and diabetes. Helped prepare students for OSCEs by performing mock scenarios.
- Participated in Bugs and Drugs/Hand Washing clinics at local preschools for kids ages 4-6.
- Managed pharmacy inventory through proper medication ordering, returns and inter-store transfers.
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
09.2006 - 01.2010
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Worked efficiently to fill up to 150 scripts per day.
- Provided critical information and advice to customers regarding possible drug interactions, side effects, dosage and proper medication storage.
- Dealt successfully with various ethical issues.
- Developed great professional relationships with clients.
- Compounded topical medications.
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
08.2005 - 09.2006
- Worked efficiently without technicians or assistants to fill up to 100 scripts per day.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Conducted several Health Watch Clinics including Diabetes Education and Awareness Day and Summer and Allergies.
- Compounded topical medications.
Education
Emergency First Aid And CPRC/AED
St. John Ambulance
Saskatoon, SK08.2022
Advanced Method Certificate
Saskatchewan College Of Pharmacy Professionals
Regina, SK2015
TRAC(Tobacco Reduction & Cessation Training)
Alberta Health Services
Calgary, AB2010
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
University Of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK2005
Skills
- Compounding experience
- Effective time-management and organizational skills
- Exceptional patient care and interaction
- Excellent communication skills
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Strong decision-making ability
- Work well under pressure
- Efficient and accurate
- Ability to quickly learn new skills and apply previous knowledge to new experiences
Timeline
Compounding Pharmacist
Medicidine Shoppe RUH
04.2023 - Current
Compounding Pharmacist
Nanogram Pharmacy
04.2022 - 03.2023
Clinical Lab Instructor
College of Pharmacy and Nutrition, University of Saskatchewan
09.2017 - 12.2019
Staff Pharmacist
Shoppers Drug Mart
01.2015 - 03.2022
Clinical Pharmacist
Remedy'sRX
07.2014 - 01.2015
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
01.2010 - 07.2014
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
09.2006 - 01.2010
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart Pharmacy
08.2005 - 09.2006
Emergency First Aid And CPRC/AED
St. John Ambulance
Advanced Method Certificate
Saskatchewan College Of Pharmacy Professionals
TRAC(Tobacco Reduction & Cessation Training)
Alberta Health Services
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
University Of Saskatchewan
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