Angela Tran
Ridgewood,NY
Summary
Experienced Student Pharmacist at Callen Lorde HIV Clinic with a strong background in specialty pharmacy operations. Driven by a genuine passion for patient care, my dedication to the field is evident through my active participation as a Director of Managed Care Education in American Academy of Managed Care (AMCP) where I have optimized my skills of interdisciplinary collaboration to evaluate drug safety, efficacy, and healthcare policy. With my unique experience in managed care, I offer valuable insights into healthcare policy to formulate a robust foundation of pharmaceutical regulations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Intern
Maxor Pharmaceuticals, Lorde HIV Clinic
01.2022 - Current
- Assist in medication reconciliation, drug dispensing, and counseling patients under pharmacist supervision on proper medication use in HIV specialty outpatient clinic
- Use computerized program of OCHIN/EPIC system to access patient and prescriber data, billing insurance, drug selection, confirmation and clarification of prescription
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and ensure patient safety/adherence for medications such as Truvada, Biktarvy, Descovy, etc.
- Counsel patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal adherence.
Pharmacy Intern
CVS Pharmacy
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Inventory management assistance included quantity verification, storage, removal of obsolete prescriptions, and refilling pharmaceuticals in short supply to avoid being out of stock via Cardinal
- Responsible for daily pharmacy stations such as pulling return to stock medications, typing up prescriptions, filling an average of 300 prescriptions per day and streamlining the pharmacy computer program including patient data
- Worked alongside licensed pharmacists to ensure exceptional patient care in a high -volume retail setting and clinical space
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
Rehabilitation Technician
Hand In Hand Rehabilitation
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Administer patient care and procedural skills by performing ultrasounds, execute mobility exercises, and overall maintain effective therapeutic performance
- Collaborate with Occupational Therapists in order to fulfill an evaluation and create adaptable exercises/treatments for arm, elbows, and fingers-on patients
- Systematize treatment tools and maintain other clerical duties directed by the Occupational Therapist
- Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Pharmacy Technician
Equal Care Pharmacy
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
Research Intern, Conservation Genetics
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Evaluated different methods conservation geneticists use to preserve biodiversity
- Identified how DNA sequencing and fingerprinting techniques are used to determine species distribution patterns
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05.2025
Bachelors of Professional Studies - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05.2023
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Cross Team Collaboration
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Scientific Literature Review
- Clinical Research & Analysis
- Specialty Pharmacy Operations
- Clinical Knowledge and Patient Care
- Healthcare Informatics and Analytics
- Health Policy
- Pharmacovigilance and Analytical Skills
Licensures & Certifications
- Pharmacy Intern License- New York State Education Department
Issued August 2022
Credential ID 103285
- Certified Immunizer- American Pharmacists Association
Issued March 2023
APhA Provider # 50-3800
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Issued June 2022
Credential ID 225416677767
- Blood Borne Pathogen (OSHA)
Issued January 25, 2023
- Introduction to HIPPA
Issued January 25, 2023
Professional Leadership
Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy, AMCP, Co-Director of Managed Care Education
- Led a team in the P&T Competition, demonstrating expertise in evaluating drug classes and making evidence-based decisions for formulary inclusion.
- Evaluated the cost-effectiveness of medications, considering budgetary constraints and healthcare system priorities.
- Incorporated pharmacoeconomic principles into formulary decisions, demonstrating an understanding of the economic impact of drug choices.
Academy of Student Pharmacists, APhA - ASP, Co-Director of Women's Health Initiative
- Oversee budget management, fundraising activities, and resource allocation for Women's Health Initiative projects.
- Cross collaboration with healthcare professionals, faculty, and student organizations to organize workshops, seminars, and events promoting awareness and education on women's health topics such as breast cancer, sexual health, and osteoporosis.
American College of Clinical Pharmacy, ACCP, Journal Club
- Analyze literature reviews by effectively navigating relevant databases (PubMed) to find scholarly articles.
- Data Interpretation: skill in interpreting research findings and understanding the implications for clinical practice.
Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences
Community Pharmacy
October 7, 2021
Preceptor: Shengyi Julie Downer, PharmD
Location: Walgreens #9869, Queens, New York
- Typed prescriptions for billing
- Counseled patients on prescriptions and OTC
Community Pharmacy
June 2023 - July 2023
Preceptor: Joseph LaSala, PharmD.
Location: AJ's Village Chemist, Queens, New York
- Counseled patients for adherence, first-take use, etc.
- Performed medication reconciliation for verification
- Called doctor's for authorized refills, to change dose quantity, and pre-authorizations
Institutional Pharmacy
July 2023 - August 2023
Preceptor: Fabienne, Vastey, PharmD., BCPS.
Location: New York Presbyterian, Brooklyn, NY
- Counseled patients upon discharge of hospital
- Obtained refills and entered medication orders
Professional Organizations
- Member, Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP)
- Member, American Pharmacists Association (APhA- ASP)
- Member & Historian, Lambda Kappa Sigma Pharmacy (Alpha Eta)
- Member, Industry Pharmacists Organization (IPhO)
- Events Committee, Pharmacy Student Leadership Committee (PSLC)
Presentations
"The Efficacy of Cefepime vs Piperacillin-Tazobactam in Adults Hospitalized with Acute Infection". Lecture a Journal Club Presentation to pharmacy students and faculty for American College of Clinical Pharmacy at Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York. November 2023
"Guidelines to Diabetes and Management to Childhood Obesity". Lecture to pharmacy students and faculty for American Pharmacists Association at Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York. May 2023
Professional Activities/Services
AMCP Northeast Check in with Student Chapter Leaders, Students, and Diplomats, Virtual - Nov, 2023
- Attended as a Student Chapter Leader from Long Island University for an open panel discussion
Introduction to HEOR Data Applied in the Clinical Phase with Dr. Colton Frazer, Brooklyn, NY - Nov, 2023
- Attended as an E-Board member for Long Island University Chapter of AMCP
- Organized a cross-collaboration between AMCP, IPhO, and DIA to educate students on the intersection of HEOR in managed care
Walk to Breast Cancer, "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer", Brooklyn, NY - Oct, 2023
- Coordinated as the Director of Women's Health in APhA-ASP student body to represent Long Island University and raise awareness/funds for Breast Cancer research
Professional Development Lecture of Breast Cancer Awareness with Dr. Brooke Fidler-Markowitz, Brooklyn, NY - Oct, 2023
- Attended as member of LKS, ACCP and APhA-ASP to support Breast Cancer Awareness
- Recruited student body and cross-collaborated with Dr. Fidler-Markowitz to host Professional Development Lecture
Other Skills
- Operating systems: Windows 95/98/ME/XP/Vista/7/8, Mac OS X 10.10
- Software expertise: Knowledgeable in Adobe, Photoshop and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Pharmacy Operation systems: Rxconnect, IntercomPlus, OCHIN/EPIC, PrimeRx
- Languages: Vietnamese
References
Fernando Gonzalez, RPh, B.P.S., M.S.
Fernando.Gonzalez@liu.edu
718-488-1636
Joseph Attia, B.P.S., PharmD.
Josephattia90@gmail.com
(347) 659-4159
Timeline
Pharmacy Intern
Maxor Pharmaceuticals, Lorde HIV Clinic
01.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Intern
CVS Pharmacy
10.2021 - 03.2023
Rehabilitation Technician
Hand In Hand Rehabilitation
12.2019 - 12.2021
Pharmacy Technician
Equal Care Pharmacy
06.2019 - 12.2019
Research Intern, Conservation Genetics
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
02.2016 - 05.2016
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Long Island University
Bachelors of Professional Studies - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Long Island University
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