Alejandra Novoa Arcelay
San Juan,PR
Summary
Qualified pharmacy intern graduate trained in therapy management and medication safety, looking for career-oriented position. Quick learner and focus on problem-solving. Works under pressure and handle complex situations without complaint. Brings strong skills in healthcare and innovation strategies, patient assessments and building strong patient relationships. Motivated to serve patients using updated evidence based literature, improve health outcomes and quality of life while continue developing skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Domicile School Tutor - Math and Sciences
EducatorHub
Guaynabo, P.R.
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Worked everyday after 3:00 pm with scheduled students at their home.
- Helped students in sciences or math topics, sometimes other school courses as needed.
- Maintained good dynamic and relationship with students to improve their learning and skills.
- Reviewed math and science topics that usually are forgotten with time.
Supramolecular Chemistry
UPR, Rio Piedras, Molecular Sciences Building
San Juan, P.R.
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks requested by Supervisor and Ph.D Students.
- CITI program training and certification was required to work with advanced skills in molecular sciences research.
- Measured, quantified and analyzed chemical compounds on daily basis with multiple instruments and equipments.
- Identified organic compounds using Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) equipment.
- Reunited every Friday to discuss status of project and performed monthly presentations.
- Demonstrated respect and willingness to help whenever needed.
Waitress
Romano's Macaroni and Grill Montehiedra and Ponce
San Juan, P.R.
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Maintained customer satisfaction in reasonable time.
- Kept server areas clean and organized to improve efficiency.
- Respected customers and employees entire time in company.
- Showed empathy and help customers in their needs to maximized their experience.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Worked under pressure with full restaurant and serviced tables on time.
Undergraduate Math and Chemistry Tutor
University of Puerto Rico, Ponce Campus
Ponce, Puerto Rico
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Volunteered to help students in chemistry and math in complex topics.
- Improved students grades and courses performance over time.
- Stayed extra hours for students as needed.
- Nominated as best tutor by students surveys and reviews.
Education
Pharm.D - Doctor of Pharmacy
Nova Southeastern University, College of Pharmacy
Palm Beach Gardens05.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry Concentration
University of Puerto Rico, Piedras Campus (UPR-RP)
San Juan, P.R.Some College (No Degree) - Biotechnology Concentration
University of Puerto Rico, Ponce Campus (UPR-P)
Ponce, P.R.High School Diploma -
Colegio Del Sagrado Corazón De Jesús
Ponce, P.R.2013
Skills
- Oral and Written Communication Skills
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Tutoring/Educator
- Problem Solving
- Math/Chemistry
- Statistics
- Self-Motivated
- Tolerant
- Innovative
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Conflict Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Good listening skills
- Decision Making
- Responsible and Punctual
- Bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Organization and Time Management
- Active Listening
- Art/Fashion/Music/Design
- Natural Products
- Empathy
- Cultural Competency
- Quality Improvement
- Detail Oriented
- Multitasking
- Availability/Help
- Open-Minded
- Customer Service
Additional Information
Awards and Nominations
- Superlative Award: Most Likely to Practice Alternative Medicine, NSU-COP, Palm Beach Campus, FL.
- Pinning Ceremony, Determination Award, NSU-COP, Palm Beach Campus, FL.
- Chancellors and Dean’s List, NSU-COP, FL.
- Dean’s List, UPR- Ponce Campus, Ponce, PR.
Affiliations
- American Pharmacists Association (APhA)
Certifiations
- American Pharmacists Association (APhA), Delivering Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Services
- Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED & First Aid, The American Heart Association (AHA)
- Community Pharmacy-Based Point of Care Testing National Association of Drug Chain Stores
- Pharmacy Intern License, Puerto Rico Board of Pharmacy, Department of Health
- Human Research: Biomedical (HPD) Researches Basic Course Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
- Human Research: Social-Behavioral-Educational (Non-HPD) Researches Basic Course Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
- Immunization Administration Training for Pharmacists, American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student of Pharmacists (APhA-ASP)
- Pharmacy Intern License, Florida Board of Pharmacy, Department of Medical Quality Assurance
- Researchers: Investigators, Assoc. Investigator, Lab Tech/Manager, Graduate and Undergraduate Course Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
Professional Experiences
Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE)
- Medication Therapy Management, Centro ARARAT Inc./Hope Clinic Division, San Juan, PR.
- Pharmacy Industry, Mcneil Healthcare LLC, Las Piedras, PR.
- Advanced Community Pharmacy, Walgreens, Ponce, PR.
- Ambulatory Care, MMR Healthcare - Dr. Martha Rodriguez, Boynton Beach, FL.
- Internal Medicine, Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
- Advanced Hospital, Wellington Regional Medical Center, Wellington, FL.
- Infectious Diseases, Bethesda East and West Hospitals, Boynton Beach, FL.
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE)
- Health Systems, Wellington Regional Medical Center, Wellington, FL.
- Community Pharmacy, Super Farmacia Vanga, San Juan, PR.
Community Service
- Flu Shots Immunizations, Service Provided by CVS Pharmacy, Monday’s and Friday’s, APPE, Ambulatory Care, MMR Healthcare- Dr.Martha Rodriguez, Boynton Beach, FL.
- Diabetes Coalition Health Fair, Advent Church Boca Raton, FL.
- NCPA Health Fair, Gardens Pharmacy, Palm Beach FL.
Licensures
- Pharmacy Intern License, Puerto Rico Board of Pharmacy, Department of Health
- Pharmacy Intern License, Florida Board of Pharmacy, Department of Medical Quality Assurance
- Immunization Administration Training for Pharmacists, American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student of Pharmacists (APhA-ASP)
Timeline
Domicile School Tutor - Math and Sciences
EducatorHub
09.2017 - 06.2018
Supramolecular Chemistry
UPR, Rio Piedras, Molecular Sciences Building
01.2017 - 06.2017
Waitress
Romano's Macaroni and Grill Montehiedra and Ponce
06.2016 - 08.2016
Undergraduate Math and Chemistry Tutor
University of Puerto Rico, Ponce Campus
08.2013 - 05.2016
Pharm.D - Doctor of Pharmacy
Nova Southeastern University, College of Pharmacy
Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry Concentration
University of Puerto Rico, Piedras Campus (UPR-RP)
Some College (No Degree) - Biotechnology Concentration
University of Puerto Rico, Ponce Campus (UPR-P)
High School Diploma -
Colegio Del Sagrado Corazón De Jesús