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SAAD ALDHAFYAN

Riyadh

Summary

Dynamic and self-motivated professional with a strong foundation in communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail, contributing effectively as a confident team player. Committed to leveraging these competencies to achieve career goals in a collaborative environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4035
4035
years of post-secondary education

Work history

PHARMACIST II

King Abdulaziz Medical City
Riyadh
08.2013 - 12.2015
  • Efficiently processed outpatient pharmacy prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and timely dispensing.
  • Delivered expert patient counseling, enhancing medication adherence and patient outcomes.

PHARMACIST I

King Abdulaziz Medical City
Riyadh
12.2015 - 11.2020
  • Efficiently processed outpatient pharmacy prescriptions, ensuring accuracy and timely dispensing.
  • Delivered comprehensive patient counseling to enhance medication adherence and patient outcomes.
  • Proficiently managed ER pharmacy operations, maintaining readiness for emergency situations.
  • Skilled in the preparation of IV medications, adhering to strict aseptic techniques and safety protocols.
  • Expertly covered ICU pharmacy duties, providing critical care support and medication management.

TEAM LEADER OF REFILL CENTER PHARMACY

King Abdulaziz Medical City
Riyadh
11.2020 - 05.2025
  • Leading a dynamic team of 23 pharmacists, ensuring top-tier leadership and supervision.
  • Proficient in operations management, optimizing pharmacy workflow and efficiency.
  • Implemented innovative strategies to elevate pharmacy services and patient satisfaction.
  • Facilitated the seamless provision of refill prescriptions to approximately 40,000 patients annually.

Emergency Care Center Pharmacy Supervisor

King Abdullah Specialized Children's Hospital
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
05.2025 - Current
  • Delivered constructive feedback to enhance staff performance levels.
  • Monitored employee attendance records to maintain team discipline.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by enforcing safety regulations.
  • Managed daily operations to boost overall productivity.
  • Established an electronic communication system between ER pharmacy and ER medical team.
  • Implemented a safety reporting system to ensure compliance.

Education

BACHELOR DEGREE - PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE

King Saud University

MASTER DEGREE - HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION

Saudi Electronic University

Skills

  • Self-motivated
  • Confident
  • Professional
  • Team player
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Listening
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal

Custom

  • Excellent English speaker.
  • Microsoft Office experience.

PROJECTS


ER Pharmacy Optimization and Emergency Readiness Enhancement (2016 – 2020)

  • Led ER pharmacy reorganization for improved response in critical situations.
  • Created protocols for IV preparation and medication stock management, increasing operational efficiency.



ICU Medication Management Protocol Development (2018 – 2019)

  • Collaborated with ICU physicians and clinical teams to standardize high-alert medication handling.
  • Reduced medication errors by initiating a double-check system for critical drug infusions.


Burnout and Turnover Research Among Pharmacists in Saudi Arabia (2020)

  • Conducted a national survey-based study identifying causes of pharmacist burnout and its impact on healthcare quality.
  • Presented findings to management, contributing to policy discussions on staff well-being.


Establishment of Centralized Medication Refill Center (2021 – 2025)

  • Led the design and implementation of a centralized refill service to streamline prescription processing for over 40,000 patients annually.
  • Oversaw team structuring, workflow development, and KPI tracking to improve turnaround time and patient satisfaction.


Outpatient Pharmacy Workflow Automation Pilot (2023 - 2024)

  • Participated in a cross-functional taskforce piloting a barcode-based verification system.
  • Contributed to significant reduction in dispensing errors and faster processing time.


Participated in the Medication Safety Program (2023)

  • contributing to safety-focused improvements within the refill workflow and ensuring best practices in dispensing processes.


Collaboration with the Infectious Disease Department ( 2024 ) 

  • ensure the safe and secure delivery of infectious disease medications to high-risk patient populations.

Timeline

Emergency Care Center Pharmacy Supervisor

King Abdullah Specialized Children's Hospital
05.2025 - Current

TEAM LEADER OF REFILL CENTER PHARMACY

King Abdulaziz Medical City
11.2020 - 05.2025

PHARMACIST I

King Abdulaziz Medical City
12.2015 - 11.2020

PHARMACIST II

King Abdulaziz Medical City
08.2013 - 12.2015

BACHELOR DEGREE - PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE

King Saud University

MASTER DEGREE - HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION

Saudi Electronic University
SAAD ALDHAFYAN