Kubra Malik
Palatine,IL
Summary
Dedicated and dependable recent pharmacy graduate eager to begin a career in retail pharmacy. Quick learner with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment. Motivated to provide excellent patient care and be a reliable member of the pharmacy team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Intern
Northwest Community Hospital
Arlington Heights, IL
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed daily medication reconciliation with patients and reviewed home medications to ensure accurate and updated medication profiles in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Collaborated with pharmacists and healthcare teams to develop and discuss patient-specific care plans during daily clinical workflow and case discussions.
- Participated in daily disease state discussions focused on emergency medicine topics including stroke, myocardial infarction (MI), diabetes emergencies, electrolyte abnormalities, hypertension, and respiratory conditions.
- Assisted pharmacists with reviewing and preparing medication dosing for acute care and emergency department patients on emergency treatment protocols such as ACS, hyperkalemia, including IV insulin and dextrose administration to shift potassium
- Participated in stroke-response involving recognition of stroke signs/symptoms, alteplase (tPA) eligibility criteria, dosing considerations, and time-sensitive treatment decisions.
- Strengthened clinical knowledge through case-based learning and real-time patient care discussions with pharmacists and healthcare providers.
Pharmacy Intern
Marianos
Palatine, IL
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Administered immunizations to patients under pharmacist supervision and provided counseling on vaccine indications, benefits, and side effects
- Assisted with inventory management by receiving medication orders, organizing stock, and restocking pharmacy shelves to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Supported prescription processing by assisting with medication filling, labeling, and preparation while ensuring accuracy and compliance with pharmacy procedures.
- Counseled patients at prescription pick-up regarding medication usage, dosing instructions, side effects, adherence, and general medication safety.
- Participated in weekly clinical discussions with preceptor covering disease states such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and other chronic conditions to strengthen therapeutic knowledge and patient care skills.
- Collaborated with pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to support daily pharmacy operations and deliver quality patient-centered care.
Pharmacy Intern
Jewel-Osco Pharmacy
Floater
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Administered immunizations under pharmacist supervision at long-term care facilities, senior living centers, community clinics, and drive-through vaccine events.
- Conducted patient outreach and cold-calling campaigns to increase vaccination awareness and appointment scheduling for vaccines including Shingrix (shingles) and RSV
- Successfully scheduled and coordinated 20+ patient vaccine appointments per week through proactive patient engagement and education.
- Performed Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services by reviewing medication profiles, identifying adherence concerns, and counseling patients on proper medication use.
- Assisted in diabetes management clinics by obtaining patient blood glucose readings and documenting clinical information and provided patient counseling on lifestyle modifications, healthy eating habits, medication adherence, and disease-state management for diabetes care.
Pharmacy Intern
Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center
North Chicago, IL
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Expanded knowledge of various medication classes through continuous learning from experienced pharmacists and attending relevant training sessions.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Attended rounds with MD, PT, and NP and discussed as a group any patient vitals, medication regimens, daily treatments, and clinical goals.
Pharmacy Intern
St Alexius Hospital
Hoffman, IL
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Prepared non-sterile/sterile compounding products (pediatric syringes, for IV) using aseptic techniques, maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols for quality assurance.
- Assisted in ordering medicines to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging and delivery to the floors
- Transferred entire hospital formulary, and product mappings to the new system for every pyxis on each floor of hospital
Pharmacy Intern
Northwestern Medicine
Huntley, IL
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Engaged in continuous learning through patient work ups in the ICU and best practices in various diseases including alcohol withdrawal, AKI, sepsis, mechanical ventilation etc.
- Assisted in the development of drug therapy plans with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to review medication orders for accuracy, drug-drug interactions, and potential allergies.
- Practiced aseptic technique to scrub in, don protective garb, and use laminar flow hoods to mix intravenous medications
- Measuring, mixing, and preparing intravenous (IV) solutions, syringes, and other specialized sterile or non-sterile compounded drugs.
Dental Assistant
Lombard, IL
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained inventory, cleanliness, sterilization, of dental instruments and workspaces.
- Managed appointment scheduling and patient follow-up communications.
- Prepared X-rays and provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques, promoting long-term dental health.
Education
Master of Science - PharmD
Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2019
Timeline
Pharmacy Intern
Northwest Community Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2024
Pharmacy Intern
Marianos
02.2024 - 04.2024
Pharmacy Intern
Jewel-Osco Pharmacy
01.2024 - 02.2024
Pharmacy Intern
Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center
10.2023 - 12.2023
Pharmacy Intern
St Alexius Hospital
09.2023 - 10.2023
Pharmacy Intern
Northwestern Medicine
08.2023 - 09.2023
Dental Assistant
06.2020 - 05.2021
Master of Science - PharmD
Midwestern University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Illinois At Chicago