Virta Patel, Pharmd Email & Phone Number

Clinical pharmacist responsible for reviewing individual patient cases for medical necessity on behalf of health plans based on current standard of practice in accordance with evidence based medicine for high-cost infusion medications used in complex disease states such as, hematology/oncology, neurology, gastroenterology, rheumatology, and other auto-immune diseases. Interact with medical office personnel and physicians regarding treatment regimens, extensive literature and data review as it pertains to individual prior authorization requests.

Chicago, Illinois

Clinical pharmacist responsible for contributing to the patient’s best possible health outcome by working directly with physicians, other health care professionals, and patients. Performed pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring of medication interventions, including vancomycin and anticoagulation therapy adjustments, as well as antibiotic de-escalation and targeting. Entered, verified, evaluated and monitored patient’s TPNs, chemotherapy, and other IV preparations. Performed accurate and timely medication reconciliations with physicians for patient admissions and at discharges. Conducted discharge education including: preparing discharge prescriptions, drug information and educating patients and families one on one. Offered assistance in determining therapeutic interchanges for formulary recommendation to the P&T committee. Held ongoing surveillance of non-formulary drug use for targeted intervention.

Hillside, Illinois

Pharmacist responsible for clinical support to long term care facilities and hospital pharmacies. Performed order entry and final verification of doctor’s orders and medications. Handled nurse and doctor calls and monitored therapeutic interchanges. Adjusted doses based on pharmacokinetics. Ensured adequate control and documentation of controlled substance records and narcotic book reconciliation.