Angel Vu
Houston
Summary
Adaptable and highly motivated pharmacist looking for continuous growth in her career. I hope to utilize both the didactic knowledge that I gained through pharmacy school as well as the skill sets that I have acquired through various rotations and work experience to bring forth positive changes to my future work environment. I am highly detailed oriented and adept in pharmacy workflow and time management. I am an excellent communicator and am always willing to work with both the team and patients to reach a satisfactory resolution.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Staff Pharmacist I
Memorial Hermann - TMC
Houston, TX
05.2026 - Current
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient medication therapies.
- Conducted drug utilization reviews to ensure compliance with protocols.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff by addressing questions or concerns related to medication administration or patient care issues.
- Managed the preparation of sterile compounds, adhering to strict aseptic techniques for patient safety.
- Verified safety and accuracy of physician orders.
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
Texarkana, TX
10.2024 - 05.2026
- Supervised pharmacy operations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing stock levels to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and maintaining accurate documentation for audits.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient medication therapies and improve health outcomes.
- Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing prescription processing times and overall productivity in the pharmacy department.
- Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
- Monitored and managed pharmacy staff performance to maximize productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities, controlling expenses to optimize profitability without compromising quality of care.
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreens
Texarkana, TX
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Verified accuracy of prescriptions and ensured compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Provided patient counseling on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Managed inventory levels to optimize stock availability and minimize waste.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve medication-related issues.
- Conducted medication therapy management consultations to improve patient outcomes.
- Effectively resolved insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contra-indications before dispensing medications.
Pharmacist in Training
Walgreens
Little Rock, AR
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed prescription verification to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Provided medication counseling to patients, enhancing understanding of prescriptions and side effects.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient medication plans and improve outcomes.
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens
Sherwood, AR
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Supported pharmacists in dispensing medications and verifying prescriptions for accuracy.
- Assisted in patient consultations, providing medication information and addressing concerns.
- Supported pharmacists during drug utilization reviews, helping identify potential issues and facilitating appropriate interventions.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience with excellent customer service skills while assisting at the pharmacy counter.
- Assisted with immunization administration, promoting overall community health and increasing vaccination rates within the pharmacy's clientele.
Pharmacy Intern
Market Place Pharmacy
Little Rock, AR
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed medication dispensing and ensured compliance with pharmacy regulations.
- Educated patients on medication usage, side effects, and potential interactions.
- Contributed to a positive customer experience by answering questions and providing timely assistance at the pharmacy counter.
- Gained extensive knowledge of various drug classifications and their therapeutic uses, applying this information to optimize patient care during daily interactions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to support long term care facility medication management.
Lab Manager
University Of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA
10.2013 - 05.2017
- Supervised laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
- Provided tutoring services to students taking General Chemistry I and II.
- Time-sheets, attendance, and pay-roll management.
Customer Service Associate
Thomas Grocery
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively, enhancing satisfaction levels.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring smooth operations.
- Trained new associates on customer service protocols and company policies, fostering team competency.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in stock replenishment, maintaining product availability.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Toxicology
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05-2017
Skills
- Patient Counseling, Education, MTM, CMR
- Immunization Certified
- CPR Certified
- IV Certified
- Point of Care Testing Certification
- Non-sterile Compounding
- Sterile Compounding
- Nuclear Compounding
- Long term care services
- Pharmacy Software Proficiency
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Insurance Billing Processing and Resolution
- Prescription Verification
- Inventory Management
References
Given upon request.
Timeline
Inpatient Staff Pharmacist I
Memorial Hermann - TMC
05.2026 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
10.2024 - 05.2026
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreens
02.2024 - 10.2024
Pharmacist in Training
Walgreens
05.2023 - 02.2024
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreens
08.2021 - 05.2023
Pharmacy Intern
Market Place Pharmacy
08.2019 - 08.2021
Lab Manager
University Of Louisiana At Monroe
10.2013 - 05.2017
Customer Service Associate
Thomas Grocery
01.2011 - 08.2013
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Toxicology
University of Louisiana At Monroe