Sharon Brar
@sharonbrar
Licensed pharmacist dedicated to patient-centered care and operational efficiency.
What I'm looking for
I am a licensed pharmacist with extensive experience in community and retail pharmacy operations. My career has been marked by a commitment to patient-centered care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. I have a proven track record of fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement within pharmacy teams.
Currently, I serve as a Pharmacy Manager at Rite Aid Pharmacy, where I lead all aspects of pharmacy operations, ensuring safe and compliant dispensing of medications. My responsibilities include overseeing staffing, training, and managing the pharmacy budget while providing direct patient care services such as medication counseling and immunizations. My previous roles at CVS Pharmacy have further honed my leadership skills and ability to drive quality assurance initiatives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aid Pharmacy
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Led all aspects of pharmacy operations, ensuring safe, accurate, and compliant medication dispensing. Oversaw staffing, scheduling, and training to maintain a high-functioning pharmacy team while managing the pharmacy budget and controlling costs. Provided direct patient care, including medication counseling and immunizations, and drove quality assurance initiatives.
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy
Aug 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 4 months)
Led and coached the pharmacy team, fostering collaboration and operational efficiency. Oversaw daily operations including personnel management, inventory, loss prevention, and profitability. Administered immunizations and promoted public health services.
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
Jan 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 7 months)
Delivered accurate verification and dispensing of prescriptions in a high-volume setting. Ensured compliance with all regulatory and quality standards. Handled customer concerns with empathy and professionalism, building trust and loyalty.
Intern Pharmacist
Kaiser Permanente
Jul 2017 - Sep 2018 (1 year 2 months)
Provided patient consultations under supervision, learning and supporting all aspects of pharmacy operations. Helped manage inventory and improved pharmacy workflow efficiency. Contributed to maintaining a high standard of patient care and operational excellence.
Intern Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
May 2016 - Aug 2018 (2 years 3 months)
Assisted in processing and dispensing an average of 200 prescriptions daily. Supported pharmacists in counseling and resolving insurance-related issues. Maintained inventory, ensured medication rotation, and performed expiration checks.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
California Health Sciences University
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.), Pharmacy
Completed a rigorous professional program focused on pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, and patient care. Gained expertise in medication therapy management, drug interactions, and regulatory compliance to prepare for a career as a licensed pharmacist.
California State University, Bakersfield
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Science
Pursued foundational studies in scientific disciplines, developing strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Acquired a comprehensive understanding of core scientific principles relevant to further professional education.
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