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Reema Shah, Pharm.D. Candidate
[email protected]
EDUCATION
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Doctor of Pharmacy, Candidate
Degree anticipated: May 2014
University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
Minor in Management
Degree awarded: June 2009
2010-Present
2005-2009
INTRODUCTORY PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCE
Direct Inpatient Care
September 2012-December 2012
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
Preceptor: Bhavik Shah, Pharm.D, BCPS
 Rounded with physicians, residents, and medical students working in the general medicine unit of
the hospital ensuring appropriate medication therapy for patients and making changes to therapy
as necessary; counseled patients on planned medication therapy after discharge from the hospital
Ambulatory Care
January 2012-May 2012
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
Preceptor: Michael Palladino, Pharm.D, CACP
 Assisted pharmacists in the transitional care unit by managing patients who were on
anticoagulation therapy after hip/knee replacement surgery by following up with them on an
outpatient basis; called patients to ask about status of recovery and to notify them about any
adjustments to their current warfarin therapy.
Hospital Pharmacy
September 2011-December 2011
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
Preceptor: Ellena Anagnostis, Pharm.D, BCPS
 Activities: Discussed the daily responsibilities of a health system pharmacist and technician in the
decentralized pharmacies of the hospital; assisted pharmacists in accurate distribution of
medications throughout the various floors and units of the hospital and became familiar with the
use of the different types of drug distribution systems used by the hospital.
Community Pharmacy
Methodist Apothecary
Philadelphia, PA
Preceptor: Christopher DiSilvestro, Pharm.D
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January 2011-April 2011
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Activities: Reviewed patient counseling instructions for prescriptions and directly observed
pharmacist partake in patient consultation; processed prescription orders confirming that each
label contains all information required by state and federal regulations and packaged medications
accordingly.
Service Learning
September 2010-December 2010
Philadelphia Senior Center-Spring Garden
Philadelphia, PA
Preceptor: Ginah Nightingale, PharmD, BCOP
 Activities: Interviewed senior citizens about medication use, allergies, and sensitivities and
provided patients with directions for use and storage of medications; addressed important
questions to ask your pharmacist and physician about medications and discussed the components
of a medication label with the senior citizens; discussed medication adherence techniques in order
to improve appropriate and effective medication use.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Pharmacy Intern
June 2012 - Present
Walmart Pharmacy
Orange, CA
Supervisor: Derek Quan, Pharmacy Manager
 Responsibilities: Using the Connexus pharmacy program, process and dispense prescription
medication orders according to California pharmacy regulations; receive new prescription orders
over the telephone from physicians and physician offices; transfer prescriptions to and from other
pharmacies upon patient’s request; process insurance claims and determining plan eligibility for
patients; counsel patients on proper medication use.
Pharmacy Technician
October 2009 - August 2010
Senior Care Pharmacy Services
Garden Grove, CA
Supervisor: Kenny Tran, Operations Manager
 Responsibilities: Processed an average of 65 prescriptions and IV medication orders per day
using the Rescot Systems pharmacy software program; contacted patient’s nursing staff to discuss
alternatives to non-preferred medications; answered telephone calls addressing general
medication questions, medication coverage concerns, and new patient admission orders to
provide effective customer service in a fast-paced environment; prepared and filled prescription
orders for 12 long term care facilities around the Greater Los Angeles Area in accordance with
California laws and regulations.
Pharmacy Technician
June 2009-October 2009
Compton Community Pharmacy
Compton, CA
Supervisor: Chetna Reshamwala, Pharm.D
 Responsibilities: Contacted physician offices to confirm prescription refill requests and ensure
accurate distribution of medication; provided basic medication information to a diverse,
underserved population; prepared and filled prescription orders for over 100 patients a day in
accordance with California laws and regulations.
Pharmacy Lab Intern
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October 2008-February 2009
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PETNet Solutions (Siemens Molecular Imaging Division)
Irvine, CA
Supervisor: Andy Luong, Pharm.D.
 Responsibilities: Evaluated the chemical purity of the compound FDG-18, a cancer imaging drug,
by performing gas and thin layer chromatography tests; monitored the synthesis of NaF-18, a
compound used for the evaluation of metastatic bone disease and performed radiochemical testing
to ensure purity of the compound; entered prescription orders and patient information onto an
online database, reviewed compound batch records, and maintained inventory to insure adherence
to experiment schedules.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES
California State Board of Pharmacy Intern Licensure
2011-Present
HIPAA Certification, Thomas Jefferson University
2010-Present
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Life Support Certification
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
2013-Present
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES & ORGANIZATIONS
American Pharmacists Association-Academy of Student Pharmacists
 Chapter Publicist (May 2011-May 2012)
 Operation Heart Committee Member (September 2012-Present)
Leadership LIVE: Leadership Development Series Program
2010-Present
2010-2011
Thomas Jefferson University Health Mentors Program
2010-2012
 Participated in an interdisciplinary learning exercise collaborating with medical, physical therapy,
and nursing students to learn about a specific chronically ill patient.
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