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CURRICULUM VITAE
Sonika D. Patel, PharmD 203 Steven Street, Richmond Hill, GA 31324 • (912) 659-2470 •
» Highlights of Qualifications MTM certification CPR certification Immunization certification Pharmacist and Patient-Center Diabetes Care certification
» EducationSouth College School of Pharmacy Knoxville, TNDoctor of PharmacyGraduated: June 17, 2016
Armstrong State University Savannah, GAPre-Pharmacy/Chemistry Major
» Professional ExperienceFort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Knoxville, TN Pharmacist Intern, May 2016
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Emergency Medicine Participated in direct patient care
o Developed a systematic approach to prioritize pertinent data through utilizing current and past medical records, patient interviewing, and interaction with health care professionals
o Performed any relevant physical assessments o Developed therapeutic plan including pharmacological and
non-pharmacological therapy and monitoring parameters o Demonstrated the ability to analyse treatment options for each
problem identified o Applying pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics principles
to assure appropriate drug dosing o Responded to drug information questions by using evidence-
based literature to enhance professional knowledge in an accurate and timely manner
o Performed pharmaceutical consults requested by health professionals as they arise
o Developed a problem list using available information to address any drug-drug interactions, drug-disease interactions, and/or adverse effects
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Responded to drug information questions by using evidence-based literature to enhance professional knowledge in an accurate and timely manner
Performed pharmaceutical consults requested by health professionals as they arise
Developed an in-depth understanding of the interpretation of laboratory values
Physicians Regional Medical Center, Knoxville, TNPharmacist Intern, April 2016
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Cardiology Medicine Participated in direct patient care
o Developed a systematic approach to prioritize pertinent data through utilizing current and past medical records, patient interviewing, and interaction with health care professionals
o Performed any relevant physical assessments o Developed therapeutic plan including pharmacological and
non-pharmacological therapy and monitoring parameters o Demonstrated the ability to analyse treatment options for each
problem identified o Applying pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics principles
to assure appropriate drug dosing Responded to drug information questions by using evidence-based
literature to enhance professional knowledge in an accurate and timely manner
Performed pharmaceutical consults requested by health professionals as they arise
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Knoxville, TNPharmacist Intern, February 2016
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Institutional-Special Topics
Demonstrated the appropriate use and interpretation of data from an electronic or hard bound patient chart or medical record
Educated patients on medication administration and safety Developed a systematic approach to gather, organize, and prioritize
pertinent data through utilizing current and past medical records, patient interviewing, and interaction with other health professionals to obtain any or all of the following information: History and Physical Medication use (past and current) Progress notes Lab values Tests/procedures
Developed a problem list using available information, addressing the following: A problem of the patient is not being treated or is not
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maximally being treated A medication the patient is receiving is not indicated or is contraindicated A problem of the patient is being caused by one of his/her medications The patient is not being properly monitored with respect to this/her drug therapy A drug interaction or potential drug interaction exists A drug dose or duration of therapy is inappropriate A drug is interfering with or masking the manifestation of a disease or altering the interpretation of a lab test A medication is being administered utilizing an inefficient route or dosage form The patient has a medication regimen that is leading to noncompliance
Developed a sound therapeutic plan that includes therapy (pharmacological and non-pharmacological), goal or endpoint of therapy, and monitoring parameters
Demonstrated the ability to analyse treatment options for each problem identified, while taking into account the following: Pathophysiology of the disorder Etiology of the disorder Standard of care/Guidelines of treatment Benefit of therapy versus risk Cost of treatment (considering financial impact of medication therapy on patient) Patient insurance plan formulary
UT Student Health Center Pharmacy, Knoxville, TNPharmacist Intern, January 2016
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Community II Identified and resolved prescription problems. This involved
evaluation of new and refill prescriptions in the context of an individual patient's profile.
Effectively communicate prescription problems and suggested resolutions to physicians and other health care providers.
Evaluated new and refill prescription orders with respect to completeness, legal requirements, indication, dosing, route of administration, patient allergies, potential drug-drug and drug nutrient interactions, and potential drug-disease interactions.
Responded to questions from patients and health care providers. This included clarifying the question; consulting appropriate references; formulating an accurate, complete, and concise response; and communicating that to the requester.
Document interventions, communications with other health care providers, and significant patient interactions according to established procedures.
Appropriately counsel patients regarding the correct use of the medication/device and its potential adverse effects.
Wal-Mart Pharmacy, Lenoir City, TN
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Pharmacist Intern, December 2015 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Community Medication Therapy Management Processing prescriptions Counselling Respond to questions from patients and healthcare providers Preparation and dispensing of prescription products Comply with established procedures for handling controlled
substances with respects to procurement, inventory/storage requirements, filing prescriptions, and disposal procedures for expired or partially used products.
The Compounding Pharmacy of America, Knoxville, TNPharmacist Intern, November 2015
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Advance Community Compound
Medication therapy management Processing prescriptions Counselling Preparation and dispensing of prescription products Pharmacy/ personnel management
Parkwest Medical Center, Knoxville, TNPharmacist Intern, October 2015
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Trauma/Critical Care Management of variety disease states in critically ill adult patients Managing mediations under the consult of physicians in the
medical/surgical intensive care unit and neurological intensive care unit
Performed pharmaceutical consults requested by physicians Administered medications under collaborative practice agreements
Cherokee Health System, Knoxville TNPharmacist Intern, September 2015
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Ambulatory Care Participated in the direct care of patients, particularly those with
chronic disease(s) Developed a therapeutic plan which included therapy, goal or
endpoint of therapy, and monitoring parameters Performed pharmaceutical consults requested by health
professionals Participated in medication therapy management services
Moccasin Bend Mental Health Institute, Chattanooga, TN
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Pharmacist Intern, August 2015 Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Behavioral Participating in the direct care of patients, including those with
chronic disease(s) Engaging with the treatment team on a daily base to develop a
therapeutic plan Identifying and reporting medication errors and ADR’s Participating in discussions regarding medication adherence with
patientsCumberland Medical Center, Crossville, TNPharmacist Intern, July 2015
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience – Institutional Kinetics monitoring, renal dosing, IV to PO conversions, medication
reconciliation, anticoagulation monitoring Conducted a medication use evaluation for patients on Ertapenem Counseled patients on the medications they were receiving in the
hospital Reviewing patient charts and monitoring medication therapy
The Kroger Co., Alcoa, TNPharmacist Intern, July 2014
Intermediate Community Pharmacy Practice Experience Refilled patient prescriptions via phone and verbal communications Took new prescription orders via telephone Counseled patients on their medications and OTC medications
Sweetwater Hospital, Sweetwater, TNPharmacist Intern, April 2014
Intermediate Institutional Pharmacy Practice Experience Daily tasks were to count and check controlled substance inventory
and dispense medication orders. Responsible for compounding and mixing IV bags daily as well as
restocking multiple crash carts. Blount Discount Pharmacy, Maryville, TNPharmacist Intern, January 2014
Intermediate Independent Pharmacy Practice Experience Refilled patient prescriptions via the phone and verbal
communications Executed TPNs and IV medications in the IV room under supervision
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» Work/Volunteering ExperienceThe Kroger Company, Alcoa, TNPharmacist Intern, 2014 – June 2016
Data entry, product dispensing, RTP, post fill audits, inventory management, and PSE sales.
Immunizations and patient counseling Medication Therapy Management Services
St. Joseph’s Candler Hospital, Savannah, GAInpatient Pharmacy Volunteer, June 2011 – August 2011
Prepare IV’s and TPN’s under supervision. Dispense drugs submitted to working RPhs’.
The Kroger Co., Savannah, GAPharmacy Technician, 2010-2013
Data entry, dispensing, RTP, post fill audits, inventory management, and PSE sales and record keeping.
» Presentations“Hepatitis C” – Presented in the RxFactor Newsletter – August 2015“Safety and Efficacy of Brexpiprazole in Patients with Acute Schizophrenia” – Presented via webinar to all the mental health institutes in Tennessee – August 2015“Avycaz” – Presented to the pharmacy staff and physicians at Cumberland Medical Center – July 2015“Teen Suicide, Bullying, and Prescription Drug Abuse” – Presented to South College School of Pharmacy Class of 2016 – December 2013 “Ricin” – Presented to South College School of Pharmacy Class of 2016 – November 2013
» LicensureLicensed Pharmacist in Georgia – October 2016; License number: RPH029532Delivering Medication Therapy Management Services – March 2015Pharmacist and Patient-Centered Diabetes Care – February 2015Pharmacist Intern Tennessee Board of Pharmacy – June 2013 – PresentAPhA Immunizations Certification – October 2013 – Present CPR/AED Adult American Heart Association – October 30, 2013 – Present
» Professional TrainingAPhA-ASP – Leadership Training Series – October 2015Fraud, Waste & Abuse – October 2014HIPPA & Security – October 2014
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HIPPA & Privacy – October 2014Blood Borne Pathogens – October 2014
» Professional InvolvementSimulated simulation-IPE/Advocacy Showcase, Knoxville, TN –
September 2015 Provided a simulation of taking care to a patient in the ER following a
motor vehicle accident. The activity took place in the South College Simulation lab, with 2 teams of PA, pharmacy, and nursing students and faculty. This activity was a showcase for SC stake holders and TN legislators to inform them of the interprofessional education and its benefits to patient care.
Humana Medicare Part D Immunization Health Fair, Knoxville, TN – September 17, 2014
Health Fair, Hardin Valley, TN – May 3, 2014Knox Health Living Expo, Knoxville, TN – February 1, 2014
» Professional MembershipKappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, Inc. – Chair of the Fundraising Committee, Chair of the Social Committee American Pharmacists Association – Member since 2013 South College School of Pharmacy Class of 2016 Class Officer – Fundraising Coordinator
» ReferencesAvailable upon request.
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Revised: October 2016
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