GREGG H.Y. TAM
Lung Kong Physical Culture Club
Honolulu,USA
1
Certification
20
years of professional experience
Knowledgeable Pharmacist with solid background in pharmacy operations and patient care. Efficiently managed medication dispensing and collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in pharmaceutical regulations and team leadership.
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
3 Years 3 Months- Conducted and interviewed a new technician for hire
- Recommended and supervised a patient with severe hypoglycemia
- Conducted pharmacy inventory day
- Co-Precepted pharmacy interns
- Trained and mentored new pharmacists and technicians in prescription processing and patient consultation best practices.
- Collaborated with technicians and doctors at other locations
- Managed pharmacy inventory and processed expired/hazardous medications (control and non-controlled) medications
- Received and managed call-ins and prescription transfers from patients and healthcare providers.
- Typed, filled, verified, and dispensed/sold prescriptions
- Initiated, troubleshooted, and processed insurance claims
- Recommended and counseled on over-the-counter medications
- Promoted, processed and administered various immunizations
- Conducted flu and covid vaccination clinics at Accuity LLP (downtown Honolulu)
- Took blood pressure and blood glucose readings
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding medications, medical devices and health conditions on potential side effects, interactions and specified use optimizing overall patient care
- Contacted physicians for prescription refills and clarification
- Called patients on medication therapy management through Patient Care Portal and OutcomesMTM
- Processed and packaged medications for shipping to patients and physician offices
- Managed inter-store inventory by transferring medications and supplies to maintain stock levels. and supplies between different locations
- Researched and reported medication storage and side effects to drug manufactures
- Promoted and coordinated a vaccine clinic at Walgreens Store 13972 (Beretania), increasing community access to immunizations
- Closely monitored department performance metrics.
- Achieved and maintained top customer satisfaction and retention by cultivating productive relationships with patients and doctors.
- Reorganized the pharmacy to optimize work efficiency and flow
Floater
1 Year 5 Months- Handled incoming calls for prescription inquiries and transfers
- Processed and administered immunizations
- Troubleshot the Yuyama filling machines
- Processed, troubleshot, initiated insurance claims through insurance companies
- Recommended and counseled on over-the-counter medications, enhancing patient understanding and adherence to self-care to optimize patient care
- Processed and administered various immunizations
- Conducted flu and covid clinics at Maunalani Nursing and Rehab Center, Korean Nursing Home, and doctors' office, facilitating vaccination access for vulnerable populations
- Called patients for specialty medication refills and reassessment through SR2 and Asembia
- Counseled patients and other healthcare providers on medications, medical devices, and health conditions
- Took blood pressure and blood glucose readings
- Engaged with patients to discuss medication management via Patient Care Portal on medication therapy management through Patient Care Portal and OutcomesMTM
- Operated drive-thru window for medication drop-offs and pick-ups
- Contacted patients to coordinate specialty medication refills and reassessment through SR2 and Asembia
- Maintained and stocked pharmacy inventory
- Interstored medications and supplies between different locations
- Transported medications to long-term care facilities to ensure patient access to the Korean Nursing Home and Craigside Long Term Care Facility
- Processed and packaged medications for shipping to patients and doctor offices
- Initiated and renewed prior authorizations to insurance companies
- Took call-ins and transfers
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Intern
2 Years 5 Months- Processed, initiated, and troubleshot insurance claims, ensuring timely reimbursement for services
- Contacted doctors to clarify prescriptions, facilitating accurate medication delivery
- Typed, filled, and dispensed prescriptions
- Administered immunizations
- Assisted with patient consultations, providing information on medications and health services.
- Recommended and counseled on over-the-counter medications
- Contacted patients to discuss therapy management strategies
- Ensured accurate pharmacy inventory
- Prepared medications for shipping
- Managed daily stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment of pharmaceutical supplies.
- Helped and taught new technicians and interns with work flow and pharmacy operations
Member
2 Years 3 Months- Acquired and maintained current knowledge of newsletters and pharmaceutical information.
Member
6 Years 3 Months- Participated in workshops and exhibitions at APhA Annual 2026, Los Angeles to enhance professional knowledge and network with industry peers
- Acquired updated pharmaceutical information
Ride operator and cashier
7 Years 11 Months- Provided ride operation and cash handling services to guests
- Operated various amusement rides, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and guest satisfaction.
- Monitored ride operations to maintain efficiency and minimize downtime during peak hours.
- Followed safety procedures for maintaining, operating and loading and unloading passengers from amusement park rides.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism and enthusiasm throughout long hours and challenging work conditions, fostering positive guest experiences.
Office Assistant/Data Entry
5 Months- Organized and maintained filing systems, enhancing document retrieval efficiency.
- Assisted in preparing tax documents, supporting compliance with state regulations.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
- Entered tax documents into the state database
Volunteer
2 Months- Organized pharmacy inventory for accurate stock levels
- Filled and dispensed prescriptions
- Created and filed patient data via patient database/excel
Chinese lion dance and kung fu instructor
19 Years 7 Months- Instructed Chinese lion dance and Kung Fu to promote cultural awareness and physical fitness
- Mentored junior instructors, fostering professional development and sharing best practices in teaching methodologies.
- Promoted cultural awareness in booking performances
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Bachelor of Arts - Pharmacy Studies
Bachelor of Science - Biology in Human and Health Science
High School
Skills
Medication dispensing
Drug utilization review
Pharmacy automation systems
Immunization promotion and administration
Drug interactions monitoring
Pharmaceutical calculations
Patient counseling
Conflict resolution
Certification
- Hawaii Pharmacist License (Lic # PH-4705) Jan 2026 – Present
- Basic Life Support/CPR/AED Certified, American Red Cross Apr 2026 – Present
- APhA-ASP Immunization Certification May 2016 – Present
- Hawaii Pharmacist Internship License (Lic # T161130045) Aug 2016 – Oct 2021
Timeline
Member
Hawaii Pharmacists Association
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Staff Pharmacist
Walgreens Pharmacy
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
Floater
Walgreens Pharmacy
12.2021 - 05.2023Read More
Member
American Pharmacist Association
05.2020 - CurrentRead More
Intern
Walgreens Pharmacy
07.2019 - 12.2021Read More
Office Assistant/Data Entry
Hawaii Department of Taxation
02.2016 - 07.2016Read More
Volunteer
Pali Momi Medical Center Outpatient Pharmacy
09.2013 - 11.2013Read More
Ride operator and cashier
Xtreme Fun Rentals
01.2012 - 12.2019Read More
Chinese lion dance and kung fu instructor
Lung Kong Physical Culture Club
01.2007 - CurrentRead More
Roosevelt High School
High School
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Hawaii Pacific University
Bachelor of Science from Biology in Human and Health Science
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Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy from Pharmacy
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University of Hawaii At Hilo
Bachelor of Arts from Pharmacy Studies
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Accomplishments/Awards
- Walgreens Champion of Champions Act of Heroism Award Sep 2025
- Walgreens Employee of the Month Apr 2025
- APhA-ASP Senior Recognition Award May 2020
- Dr. Hans and Clara Zimmerman Foundation Health Scholarships May 2019 – May 2020
- Grace Mizuko Miyawaki Pharmacy Scholarship May 2018 – May 2019
- Cum Laude, Hawaii Pacific University Dec 2013
- Hawaii Pacific University Beta Beta Beta Biological National Honor Society Apr 2012 – May 2014
- Hawaii Pacific University, Spirit Scholarship Recipient Sep 2009 – May 2013
- Boy Scouts of America: Eagle Scout Nov 2008
- Boy Scouts of America Order of the Arrow National Honor Society Jan 2007 – Dec 2010
School Experiences
- Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy (DKICP)
- American Pharmacists Association Student Chapter (APhA-ASP) Aug 2016 – May 2020
- Operation Immunization
- Administered and educated about flu shots to Hilo communities
- Trained underclassmen how to administer immunizations
- Generation Rx
- Collaborated with a local high school to present on medication safety and awareness
- A Life of Health and Awareness (ALOHA Project) Aug 2016 – May 2020
- Provided health screenings: blood pressure, blood glucose, hyperlipidemia, body mass index, asthma/COPD control, medication counseling
- Trained underclassmen how to screen patients
- Encouraged the community to make healthier lifestyle recommendations
- Hawaii Student Society of Health-Systems Pharmacy (HSSHP) Aug 2016 – May 2020
- Donated supplies for carwash fundraiser
- Attended guest speaker and presentations
- Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy Health Fair
- Health Screener
- Took and counseled on blood pressure, blood glucose, hyperlipidemia, body mass index, asthma/COPD control
- Veterinary Medication Educational Board Chair and Presenter Apr 2017 – Oct 2017
- Gathered volunteers to construct an educational board about veterinary education
- Educated the community how to properly care for their pets
- Smoking Cessation Educational Board Presenter Oct 2016
- Presented and educated on smoking cessation
- Encouraged the community to reduce smoking and make healthier lifestyle choices