Vijay Kumar Athnere

Dedicated and detail-oriented Pharmacist with over 10 years of comprehensive experience spanning hospital pharmacy, pharma manufacturing, and pharmaceutical software systems. Proven expertise in prescription management, regulatory compliance, IPQA activities, and pharmaceutical documentation. Strong command over inventory systems, GMP standards, and production process oversight for solid, liquid, and external preparations.

Adept at working in fast-paced environments with a commitment to patient care and quality assurance.

Pharmacist - Amrit Pharmacy, Govt. M.Y. Hospital, Indore - Indore

• Dispensed medicines accurately based on doctors' prescriptions, ensuring correct dosage and patient safety.
• Maintained comprehensive drug inventory and executed periodic stock audits to prevent shortages or expiries.
• Processed billing using digital pharmacy systems and generated purchase orders based on consumption trends.
• Advised patients on medication schedules, side effects, and drug interactions in line with ethical practices.
• Ensured regulatory compliance in storage conditions as per hospital norms and pharmaceutical guidelines.
• Coordinated with procurement team for timely replenishment of essential medicines.
• Participated in monthly audits and inspections by government health authorities and hospital committees.
• Ensured the pharmacy environment met hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Trained junior staff and interns on prescription handling and POS systems.
• Handled emergency prescriptions in high-pressure scenarios with efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintained records of narcotic and high-risk medicines in compliance with hospital and statutory policies.
• Provided support during hospital internal audits and ensured proper labeling and documentation.
• Updated drug registers and performed physical stock reconciliation with software data.
• Conducted expiry checks, batch recalls, and drug disposal protocols as per SOPs.
• Guided patients on dosage schedules for antibiotics, chronic care, and specialized therapies.
• Coordinated with diagnostic departments for medicine compatibility based on patient diagnostics.

Pharmacist - CHL Apollo Hospital, Indore - Indore

• Verified prescriptions for accuracy, contraindications, and potential allergies before dispensing.
• Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to clarify medication orders and optimize treatment outcomes.

Sr. IPQA Chemist – Solid, Liquid & External Preparations - Promed Labs Pvt. Ltd., Indore - Indore

(2014-04 - 2017-08)

• Conducted in-process quality checks for tablet, liquid, and external formulations to ensure GMP compliance.
• Managed issuance, review, and archival of Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR) and Batch Packing Records (BPR).
• Ensured real-time documentation for manufacturing activities, deviations, and change controls.
• Supervised sampling activities for raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods.
• Liaised with contract manufacturers like Sun Pharma, Glenmark, Alkem, Abbott, etc., for job work updates and audit readiness.
• Monitored environmental conditions in production areas to meet quality benchmarks.
• Played a key role during internal/external audits (GMP, WHO, FDA) and implemented corrective actions.
• Trained production staff on documentation, hygiene standards, and cross-contamination control.
• Reviewed analytical reports and maintained quality control documentation for solid and liquid dosage forms.
• Actively contributed to CAPA, deviation management, and SOP revisions for continual improvement.

Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy - LNCT School of Pharmacy, Indore | R.G.P.V. Bhopal (M.P.)

Bachelor of Science - Biology - BHEL P.G. College, Bhopal | BHOJ University, Bhopal (M.P.)

Diploma in Pharmacy - Pharmacy - R.K.D.F. College of Pharmacy, Bhopal | R.G.P.V. University, Bhopal (M.P.)

Higher Secondary Certificate - New Betul Higher Secondary School, Betul | MP Board, Bhopal

Secondary School Certificate - Little Flower High School, Betul | MP Board, Bhopal