Kimse Tan Pung
Akron,OH
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacist offering 20+ years of experience in reviewing and fulfilling prescription and OTC medications. Advises patients of side effects, contraindications and benefits of medications. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
Rite Aid
Akron, OH
01.1992 - 08.2024
- Analyzed, reviewed and dispensed prescriptions for accuracy checking appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies, and contra-indications.
- Connected with patients with empathy and expertise, providing counseling on prescriptions and over the counter products.
- Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
- Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
- Effectively worked with third party insurance to resolve rejections, prior authorization, and other billing issues.
- Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, COVID-19, and other diseases.
- Assisted with staff training and management promoting a friendly, professional, and productive work environment.
- Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating relationships with patients.
- Complied with federal and state regulations regarding controlled substance dispensing to increase quality of health care and inhibit criminal abuse of drugs.
- Maintained up to date knowledge on new drugs, side effects, regulations, and industry best practices through continuous learning and development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Arnold And Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy
Long Island University05.1992
Skills
Drug Utilization Review
Drug Interactions Management
Medication Dispensing
Pharmacy Automation Systems
Immunization Administration
Pharmacy Inventory and Recordkeeping
Regulatory Compliance
Patient Counseling
HIPAA Regulations
OTC Recommendations
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
Rite Aid
01.1992 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Arnold And Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy