Dynamic and results-driven Senior Pharmacist with over 20 years of experience across hospital and retail pharmacy environments in the UAE. Proven track record of leading multi-site operations, optimizing workflows, and ensuring compliance with DOH, JAWDA, TASNEEF, and JCI standards. Recognized for reducing costs and medication waste, improving patient outcomes through optimized therapies, and driving revenue cycle efficiency. Skilled in managing diverse teams, mentoring future pharmacists, and delivering innovative initiatives such as bedside counseling and home delivery services. Consistently awarded for excellence in performance, patient satisfaction, and departmental innovation.
Progression: Advanced through successive healthcare management transitions—from Inter-Health Canada to HAAD, Cleveland Clinic, SEHA, and currently Pure Health—demonstrating adaptability and sustained performance. Held key roles as In-Charge Pharmacist for Kidney Care Center Pharmacy and Behavioral Science Pavilion (BSP), and served as Senior Pharmacist across Emergency Room (ER), KUCC, and Discharge Pharmacies.
Roles & Achievements:
In-Charge Pharmacist – SEHA Kidney Care (Dialysis Center) (Sep 2024 – Present)
In-Charge Pharmacist – Behavioral Science Pavilion (Jun 2024 – Sep 2024)
Senior Pharmacist (2013 - 2024):
Lead Pharmacist (2011 - 2013):
Pharmacist (2008 - 2011):
Clinical Impact:
Delivered specialized pharmaceutical care in renal medicine (dialysis, anemia therapy, bone/mineral disorders) and behavioral health (psychotropic optimization, therapeutic monitoring). Advanced patient outcomes by reducing adverse drug events, strengthening stewardship practices, and driving safe, effective pharmacotherapy across diverse clinical areas.
Leadership & Operations:
Directed large-scale pharmacy operations, supervising 50+ staff across four specialty pharmacies. Drove innovation through capital projects, workflow optimization, and bedside counseling programs. Served as a mentor and preceptor for students, residents, and staff, building long-term workforce capacity.
Regulatory Compliance:
Consistently ensured flawless compliance with DOH, JCI, and TASNEEF standards. Successfully managed controlled and narcotic substances oversight, reporting, and inspection readiness, achieving top inspection results and regulatory recognition across multiple units.
Progression: Promoted to Store Manager within six months; launched Oasis Life hypermarket pharmacy from concept to inauguration.
Role & Achievements:
Clinical Impact:
Developed and enforced safe handling of controlled substances and hazardous drug disposal; ensured accuracy in dispensing and patient safety.
Leadership & Operations:
Managed high-volume Jumeirah branch; led staffing, workflow planning, and insurance claim process improvements.
Regulatory Compliance:
Established quality assurance procedures and compliance frameworks for pharmacy operations.
Progression: Served as hospital pharmacist during military service, overseeing emergency pharmacy operations.
Role & Achievements:
Ensured uninterrupted supply and compliance for all emergency medications.
Clinical Impact:
Maintained and dispensed emergency drug stocks; supported medical staff in critical care situations.
Regulatory Compliance:
Followed hospital and military protocols for controlled substance management and documentation.
Progression: Joined as inpatient pharmacist supporting medical teams in daily rounds.
Role & Achievements:
Clinical Impact:
Provided guidance on drug interactions, side effects, and dosage; supported patient safety and therapy optimization.
Regulatory Compliance:
Secured compliance with established hospital procedures for controlled substances and hazardous waste disposal.
Seeking a senior pharmacist leadership role in hospital or retail settings where I can apply 20+ years of clinical, operational, and managerial expertise to optimize patient outcomes and drive operational efficiency.