Yagnik Desraj
King of Prussia
Summary
Through my training as a Pharmacist, I have cultivated a strong background of medical knowledge, treatment, and a high level of research analysis. This allows me to act as a bridge; leveraging my knowledge to not only assess & understand higher level medical information, but also to communicate at any level of medical literacy. My research experience combined with rigorous training has placed me in a strong position to provide valuable skills to clients within the pharmaceutical & biotech industries. I excel at understanding & analyzing clinical research, communicating these findings, public speaking, and meeting deadlines.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Pharmacist
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Assisted in the development of a comprehensive Medication Therapy Management program, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Ran daily audits of Physician prescribing trends to create and analyze data trends
- Gave hospital wide presentation on background and future pharmacy related applications of AI & Machine Learning
Student Pharmacist
Einstein Medical Center, Cardiac ICU
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Rounded daily with medical team to aid proper drug choice and dosage
- Gave six inpatient presentations to Cardiology team providing updates to treatment guidelines and upcoming medical devices
Student Pharmacist
Wegmans Pharmacy
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Navigated major drug shortages and learned how to naviage it
- Administered immunizations and met with patients for medication consultations, effectively improving awareness of pharmacy's health services
- Performed technical processes required to dispense medications to patients.
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration
Student Pharmacist
Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Endocrinology
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in the development of a comprehensive Medication Therapy Management program, resulting in improved patient outcomes
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient treatment plans and promote medication adherence
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration
Student Pharmacist
Gateway Specialty Pharmacy
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Aided in three insurance audits and learned the business of independent pharmacy
- Contributed to patient recruitment for a clinical trial
- Contributed to a streamlined workflow by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing drug inventory
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead
Student Pharmacist
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Oncology
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Impressed team with updates to NCCN lung cancer dossier- used updates as company wide internal dossier
- Reviewed drug compendia sites to maintain homogeneity between Janssen's drug information
- Communicated with various device manufacturers to determine viability of use with Janssen products
Pharmacy Intern
Ivira Wellness, Specialty Pharmacy
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Worked closely with CEO to create presentation outlining the laws in nine different states for potential expansion. Used to assess cost/ profit comparison for potential expansion sites
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration
- Supported pharmacists during drug utilization reviews, helping identify potential issues and facilitating appropriate interventions
Pharmacy Technician
Rite-Aid Pharmacy
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers
- Aided in verification and filling of more than 1200 daily prescriptions in high-volume community pharmacy environment
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
University Of The Sciences, Dept. Of Biochemistry
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Presentation of two research posters at three conferences
- Sterile research conduction
- RNA plasmid extraction
- Genetic modification
- Viroid mediated delivery of genetic modification
- Literature review & data gathering
- Development of strong analytical & collaboration skills through utilization of various data analysis tools, software, & communication with other researchers
Undergraduate Student Researcher
University Of The Sciences, Dept. Of Biochemistry
08.2017 - 05.2018
Live/ Studio Musician
Various
05.2015 - Current
- Performed in >100 live shows with 11 different groups
- Developed skills for coordination & negotiation with varying personalities & schedules to deliver performances on strict deadlines
- Self marketing
- Proficiency with 8 different instruments
- Self taught use of various music recording software
- Recorded & produced over 35 original songs
- Aided others in writing, recording, and production of their original songs
Education
MBA - Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing
Haub School of Business, Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA12.2024
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
Philadelphia, PA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical And Health Sciences
University of The Sciences
Philadelphia, PA05.2022
Skills
- Strong Communication & Public Speaking Skills
- Trilingual
- Multi-instrumentalist
- Research Conduction & Analysis
- Strong Clinical Knowledge & Experience
- Team Collaboration
- Scientific Communication
- Operations Analysis
- Problem Solver
Timeline
Student Pharmacist
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
02.2024 - 03.2024
Student Pharmacist
Einstein Medical Center, Cardiac ICU
01.2024 - 02.2024
Student Pharmacist
Wegmans Pharmacy
11.2023 - 12.2023
Student Pharmacist
Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Endocrinology
10.2023 - 11.2023
Student Pharmacist
Gateway Specialty Pharmacy
08.2023 - 09.2023
Student Pharmacist
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Oncology
06.2023 - 08.2023
Pharmacy Intern
Ivira Wellness, Specialty Pharmacy
06.2022 - 09.2022
Pharmacy Technician
Rite-Aid Pharmacy
05.2019 - 09.2019
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
University Of The Sciences, Dept. Of Biochemistry
05.2018 - 09.2018
Undergraduate Student Researcher
University Of The Sciences, Dept. Of Biochemistry
08.2017 - 05.2018
Live/ Studio Musician
Various
05.2015 - Current
MBA - Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing
Haub School of Business, Saint Joseph's University
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical And Health Sciences
University of The Sciences
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