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Sidra Anees

@sidraanees

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Licensed pharmacist with clinical and community experience in patient counseling and medication management.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a clinical or community pharmacy role where I can apply patient-centered medication management, collaborate with care teams, lead quality improvements, and continue professional growth.

I am a licensed California pharmacist with experience across community, hospital, and VA health systems, focused on optimizing medication therapy, patient counseling, and interdisciplinary collaboration. I bring hands-on experience with IV preparation, pharmacokinetic dosing, anticoagulation management, MTM, and immunization delivery.

Throughout my training and practice I have led projects and process improvements, including SOP updates, data-driven evaluations of bowel-prep products, and pharmacy education initiatives such as newsletters and public health booths. I have counseled complex patient populations (HIV, geriatrics, anticoagulation, diabetes) and participated in multidisciplinary rounds and committees.

I prioritize patient safety, evidence-based recommendations, and clear communication with medical teams. I am motivated to apply clinical judgment, regulatory knowledge, and patient education skills to improve outcomes in ambulatory care, hospital pharmacy, or community pharmacy settings.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Retail Pharmacist

Current

Walgreens Pharmacy

Dec 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)

Provided prescription dispensing, patient counseling, and medication therapy management while ensuring regulatory compliance; currently on maternity leave since December 2021. Managed outpatient services, immunizations, and OTC recommendations to improve patient adherence.

Patient Counseling Medication Management Immunizations Regulatory Compliance Inventory Management Controlled Substances

Retail Pharmacist

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Jul 2015 - Apr 2016 (9 months)

Performed prescription dispensing, patient counseling, and medication therapy management across retail operations from July 2015 to April 2016. Supported workflow with insurance resolution and OTC guidance to enhance patient outcomes.

Patient Counseling Medication Management Pharmacy Operations Inventory Management Customer Service

Pharmacy Intern

Providence Little Company of Mary

Jun 2012 - Apr 2013 (10 months)

Compounded IV medications and TPNs, entered and processed medication orders, and supported clinical recommendations for acute and long-term care patients between June 2012 and April 2013. Assisted with pyxis operations and controlled substance handling.

TPN Medication Orders Clinical Recommendations Pyxis Operation Controlled Substances Pharmacotherapy Aseptic Technique

Student Assistant II

UCLA Undergraduate Library

Jan 2008 - Jun 2009 (1 year 5 months)

Managed front-desk operations, check-in/out processes, and billing duties from January 2008 to June 2009, improving patron services and operational efficiency. Handled information requests and lost-and-found services.

Customer Service Front Desk Duties Billing Records Management Communication Time Management Attention To Detail

Pharmacy Clerk

CVS Pharmacy

Mar 2006 - Jun 2007 (1 year 3 months)

Processed prescriptions, handled insurance calls, operated cash register, and maintained inventory from March 2006 to June 2007 to support pharmacy workflow and patient service. Assisted pharmacists with counseling observations and stocking.

Insurance Coordination Cashier Operations Inventory Management Customer Service Data Entry Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Southern California, School of Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy

Activities and societies: Externship and clinical rotations including community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, IV room training, ambulatory care, geriatrics, and administration.

Completed Doctor of Pharmacy degree with experiential rotations across community, hospital, and VA health systems.