Matthew Tilkaran
Chaguanas
Summary
With a robust background in pharmaceuticals, including a pivotal role at Rampersad Pharmacy Limited, I excel in drug utilization review and patient counseling. Demonstrated expertise in managing pharmacy operations and leading teams to enhance medication safety and efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in inventory management, underscoring my commitment to quality assurance and operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Pharmacist & Manager
Rampersad Pharmacy Limited
Freeport, Chaguanas, Trinidad & Tobago
2023.12 - Current
- Managed inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing waste and cost outlays.
- Evaluated prescriptions for accuracy, completeness and appropriateness of medication dosage before dispensing to patients.
- Monitored patient drug therapies by reviewing and evaluating medications for contraindications, interactions, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
- Provided consultation services to health care professionals on drug therapy issues related to drug selection, dosing, administration and monitoring of patient responses.
Licensed Pharmacist
Chase Pharmacy
2019.01 - 2023.01
Registered Pharmacist
Superpharm Ltd
2015.12 - 2019.01
- Have been the sole Pharmacist on shifts for the past 6 months acquiring valuable experience and expertise
- 1 year employment with Superpharm Ltd
Pre-Registered Pharmacist
Superpharm Ltd
2015.06 - 2015.12
- 6 month contract as a pre-registered pharmacist
- Trained under several senior pharmacist performing & attaining required and competent skills
Drug Inspectorate Office
Ministry of Health
Port of Spain
2014.06 - 2014.09
- 3 month contract as part of the summer internship program 2014 offered by the Ministry of Health
- Trained under the Principal pharmacist and drug inspectorate officers in various duties
Couva District Health Facility
Ministry of Health
2013.06 - 2013.09
- 3 month contract as part of the summer internship program 2013 offered by the Ministry of Health
- Trained amongst senior pharmacists in various duties
Bhagans Drug Store
Chaguanas
2012.07 - 2012.08
Ron’s Pharmacy
Chaguanas
2011.07 - 2011.08
Clerical Officer
Republic Bank Ltd
2010.08 - 2010.10
- Worked in the ACH department of the processing office located in Endeavour
Bartender/Waiter
Prestige Holdings LTD
2009.07 - 2009.08
- Tended to costumers as a waiter and bartender while performing various responsibilities as required
Relief Pharmacist
Massy Stores Pharmacy
2019.01
Education
BSc - Pharmacy
University of the West Indies
05.2015
CAPE (A’ level) - Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Caribbean Studies
Presentation College
Chaguanas09.2007
CXC (O’ Level) - Mathematics, Additional Math, English, Chemistry, Biology, Spanish, Physics, Technology information
Presentation College
Chaguanas01.2007
Skills
- Drug utilization review
- Prescription verification
- Quality assurance monitoring
- Medication dispensing
- Patient counseling
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Supervising technicians
- Controlled drug logging
- Overseeing pharmacy operations
- Drug inventory management
References
- Clifford Sukhai, Assistant to the VP, Student Affairs, COSTAATT, 492-2994, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
- Sunil Budhu, S. Budhu & Associates, 671-4071, Chaguanas, Trinidad and Tobago
Hobbies and Interests
- Volunteer/Teacher for Remedial Classes, Carapichaima Junior Secondary school, 08
- Member of the national badminton team, Represented the country on tour to Suriname and participated in numerous tournaments.
Contact - Phonenumbers
- (868) 366-4299
Research and analytical experience
- Independent Research Projects, Caribbean Studies, Chemistry, Biology
- BSc in Pharmacy – Professional Ethics and Communications in Health, In-depth research projects carried out in each of these three courses.
- Biostatistics
- Pharmacy Administration
Timeline
Licensed Pharmacist & Manager
Rampersad Pharmacy Limited
2023.12 - Current
Licensed Pharmacist
Chase Pharmacy
2019.01 - 2023.01
Relief Pharmacist
Massy Stores Pharmacy
2019.01
Registered Pharmacist
Superpharm Ltd
2015.12 - 2019.01
Pre-Registered Pharmacist
Superpharm Ltd
2015.06 - 2015.12
Drug Inspectorate Office
Ministry of Health
2014.06 - 2014.09
Couva District Health Facility
Ministry of Health
2013.06 - 2013.09
Bhagans Drug Store
2012.07 - 2012.08
Ron’s Pharmacy
2011.07 - 2011.08
Clerical Officer
Republic Bank Ltd
2010.08 - 2010.10
Bartender/Waiter
Prestige Holdings LTD
2009.07 - 2009.08
BSc - Pharmacy
University of the West Indies
CAPE (A’ level) - Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Caribbean Studies
Presentation College
CXC (O’ Level) - Mathematics, Additional Math, English, Chemistry, Biology, Spanish, Physics, Technology information
Presentation College