Jade Kim
Summary
Dynamic MTM Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager with a proven track record at Optum/United Healthcare and Target Community Pharmacy. Specializes in regulatory compliance and interdisciplinary collaboration, optimizing medication therapy to enhance patient care. Recognized for leadership in staff management and training while maintaining a commitment to client service excellence and quality improvement. Aiming to leverage expertise in fostering innovative pharmacy practices within a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Consultant/MTM Pharmacist
Optum/United Healthcare
Irvine, California
10.2006 - Current
- Lead educational sessions for healthcare professionals on disease state management, treatment guidelines, and regulatory updates
- Engage with physicians, nurses, and caregivers to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes
- Conduct medication therapy management (MTM) sessions, analyzing patient data to provide evidence-based recommendations
- Perform compliance audits, ensuring adherence to clinical and regulatory standards
- Stay updated on the latest pharmaceutical developments and translate scientific literature into actionable insights for patient care teams
- Review prior authorization cases
Pharmacy Manager
Target Community Pharmacy
08.2003 - 09.2006
- Managed a team of pharmacists and technicians, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices
- Conducted staff training on new medications, disease state management, and clinical best practices
- Collaborated with physicians to resolve prescription discrepancies and enhance patient adherence strategies
- Educated patients on complex medication regimens and therapeutic options, strengthening skills in scientific communication
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
USC School of Pharmacy
Los Angeles05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Psychology
University of California, Riverside
05.1999
Skills
- Interpretation of Scientific Data
- Influencer Engagement Tactics
- Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge
- Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Safety regulations
- Decision-making
- Staff management
- Documentation Management
- Sales Approach Optimization
- Workflow Management
- Employee Training
- Team Leadership
- Risk Management Assessment
- Client Needs Analysis
- Trustworthiness in Professional Conduct
- Effective Multitasking
- Effective Timeline Management
- Effective Team Engagement
- Development of Work Products
- Effective Time Management
- Project Execution
- Client Service Support
- Client Relationship Management
- Quality Improvement Initiatives
- Diversity Awareness
- Data collection processes
- Key performance indicators
- Evidence-based methods
- Evidence-based practice
- Technical acumen
- Clinical trials
Certification
- Licensed Pharmacist, California, 54679
- Licensed Pharmacist, North Carolina, 32795
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking and Baking
- Cycling
- Fitness
- Traveling
Professional Development And Scientific Expertise
- Extensive experience in scientific education and peer-to-peer engagement with healthcare professionals.
- Strong foundation in clinical research, literature review, and pharmacovigilance.
- Expertise in regulatory compliance, drug safety, and patient education.
Affiliations
I operate a part-time catering service for friends and family, specializing in Italian, French, Vietnamese, and Korean cuisines.
Accomplishments
I have been recognized as a top-performing pharmacist since 2006 and was named to the Dean's Honor List at the University of California, Riverside (UCR). At UCR, the Dean's Honor List is awarded quarterly to students who complete a minimum of 12 letter-graded units with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
I have successfully finished 4 full marathons and 7 half marathons.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Consultant/MTM Pharmacist
Optum/United Healthcare
10.2006 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Target Community Pharmacy
08.2003 - 09.2006
Doctor of Pharmacy -
USC School of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Psychology
University of California, Riverside
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