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Farrah Bassey

@farrahbassey

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Aspiring pharmacist dedicated to patient care and medication management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to enhance patient care, collaborate with healthcare teams, and grow my clinical expertise in a supportive environment.

I am a dedicated pharmacy intern with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree in progress at Marshall B. Ketchum University. My experience includes working at Rite Aid Pharmacy, where I filled and verified prescriptions, counseled patients on medication use, and participated in vaccination efforts. I pride myself on delivering exceptional customer service in high-volume settings while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

During my time as an intern at Walgreens, I honed my skills in patient counseling and clinical services, assisting pharmacists with prescription verification and medication therapy management. My commitment to patient care extends beyond the pharmacy, as I have supported patients in various healthcare settings, including my role as a COPE Health Scholar at Kaiser Permanente, where I assisted with mobility and hygiene needs while maintaining a sanitized environment.

My advanced pharmacy practice experiences have further solidified my clinical knowledge, particularly in behavioral health and infectious diseases. I have collaborated with healthcare providers to support individualized treatment plans and promoted evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes. I am eager to leverage my skills and knowledge to contribute positively to patient care in my future pharmacy career.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) - Behavioral Health

ACHS Pharmacy

Feb 2025 - Mar 2025 (1 month)

Consulted patients with schizophrenia and psychosis regarding medication adherence. Evaluated eligibility for transitioning from oral antipsychotics to long-acting injectables (LAIs).

Consultation Antipsychotic Medications Treatment Planning Psychiatric Care

Pharmacy Intern

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Aug 2023 - Mar 2025 (1 year 7 months)

Filled and verified prescriptions under pharmacist supervision while ensuring accuracy and safety. Counseled patients on proper medication use, potential side effects, and interactions.

Prescription Verification Inventory Management Customer Service

Intern Pharmacist

Walgreens

Aug 2022 - Nov 2022 (3 months)

Delivered patient counseling and provided clinical services within scope of practice. Assisted pharmacists with prescription verification, MTM, and blood pressure screenings.

Prescription Verification

COPE Health Scholar

Kaiser Permanente

Aug 2019 - Aug 2021 (2 years)

Supported patients with mobility, hygiene, and safety needs. Assisted in clinical procedures and maintained sanitized patient environments.

Patient Support Patient Safety

STEM Academy Intern/Volunteer

STEM Academy

Sep 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 4 months)

Led and assisted in science workshops including hands-on lab experiments such as DNA extraction and PCR amplification. Tutored middle and high school students in biology, chemistry, and algebra to support academic growth.

Science Workshops Science Tutoring Mentoring

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Marshall B. Ketchum University

Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy

Pursued a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, focusing on advanced pharmaceutical practices and patient care. Engaged in comprehensive studies covering pharmacology, clinical pharmacy, and medication management.

University of California – Riverside

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, gaining a strong foundation in chemical and biological sciences. Studied various aspects of biochemistry, preparing for further professional studies in healthcare.