Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Areas Of Clinical Interest
Core Clinical Skills
Timeline
Generic

KACEY SHAH

Chester,NY

Summary

Detail-oriented student pharmacist with a strong focus on Medication Therapy Management, patient counseling, and medication reconciliation. Committed to enhancing pharmacy operations and patient care through effective interdisciplinary collaboration.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Technician - Community Pharmacy

K&K Pharmacy
Liberty, NY
01.2014 - Current
  • Filled and verified 50+ prescriptions daily in compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.
  • Trained new pharmacy technicians in prescription processing, inventory management, and customer service best practices.
  • Managed medication inventory through wholesaler ordering and stock organization, ensuring product availability and accuracy.
  • Performed COVID-19 antigen and PCR testing with proper documentation and adherence to infection control protocols.
  • Resolved patient concerns by assessing needs and facilitating communication between patients and pharmacists.

Student Pharmacist - Community IPPE

Cooper Rowan Clinic
Philadelphia, PA
08.2025 - 12.2025
  • Supported patients by updating and maintaining accurate medication lists to reinforce continuity of therapy and reduce risks associated with nonadherence.
  • Coordinated timely prescription refills and addressed barriers to access, including affordability and medication availability.
  • Counseled patients using clear, lay-friendly language and teach-back techniques to improve understanding of dosing, missed doses, and potential side effects.
  • Collaborated with pharmacists, technicians, and peers in a shared dispensing workflow emphasizing accuracy, double checks, and efficient communication.
  • Assisted with enrollment in prescription assistance and drug access programs, strengthening skills in patient advocacy and navigation of cost and coverage barriers.
  • Enhanced medication reconciliation practices and documentation to support medication safety and continuity of care across transitions.

Student Pharmacist - Institutional Pharmacy

VA Medical Center
Philadelphia, New York
05.2025 - 05.2025
  • Prepared and dispensed medications for veteran patients in a clinical setting.
  • Conducted medication reconciliation to verify patient prescriptions and prevent errors.
  • Assisted in the management of inventory levels for pharmaceutical supplies and equipment.
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives to improve pharmacy operations and safety protocols.

Student Pharmacist - Specialty/Ambulatory Care

SunRay Drug Co.
Philadelphia, PA
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Delivered comprehensive medication therapy management (MTM) services in specialty pharmacy setting, optimizing pharmacotherapy for chronic disease states including diabetes, hypertension, and autoimmune disorders.
  • Reviewed and analyzed patient medication profiles to identify drug interactions, duplicate therapies, and adherence barriers.
  • Counseled patients on medication administration techniques, side effect management, and disease state education for specialty medications including biologics and immunomodulators.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop patient-centered treatment plans and enhance clinical outcomes.
  • Monitored therapeutic response and safety through patient follow-up and clinical documentation.

Student Pharmacist - Institutional Pharmacy

Bryn Mawr Hospital (Main Line Health)
Bryn Mawr, PA
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Conducted medication reconciliation to verify patient medication histories and prevent medication discrepancies.
  • Participated in clinical rounds with pharmacists, observing therapeutic decision making and interdisciplinary collaboration in real-time.
  • Reviewed patient medication charts to assess therapy efficacy and monitor for adverse effects or drug interactions.
  • Engaged with antimicrobial stewardship initiatives and institutional medication safety policies.

Student Pharmacist - Community Pharmacy

ACME Pharmacy
Philadelphia, PA
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Dispensed prescriptions with accuracy while maintaining compliance with pharmacy regulations and quality standards.
  • Provided direct patient counseling on proper medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies.
  • Processed high-volume prescription orders while managing inquiries and coordinating with prescriber offices.
  • Optimized pharmacy workflow and maintained organized, clean environment conducive to patient care.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) -

Saint Joseph's Philadelphia College of Pharmacy
Philadelphia, PA
01.2027

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science

Saint Joseph's University/University of the Sciences
Philadelphia, PA
01.2023

Skills

  • Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
  • Medication Reconciliation
  • Disease State Management
  • Patient Counseling & Education
  • Point-of-Care Testing (COVID-19 Antigen/PCR)
  • Prescription Refill Management
  • Drug Assistance Program Enrollment
  • Immunization Administration
  • Community and Institutional Pharmacy Operations
  • Inventory Management & Ordering
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Medication Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Volunteer Experience

  • Penn Medicine, Philadelphia, PA, 03/22, Present, Completed patient care rounds, restocked pharmacy supplies, and trained new volunteer staff on operational procedures.
  • Atlanta Plus Urgent Care, Atlanta, GA, 05/21, 07/21, Shadowed physicians and observed clinical operations in fast-paced urgent care setting, gaining insight into interdisciplinary patient care delivery.

Areas Of Clinical Interest

  • Ambulatory Care
  • Medication Access & Patient Advocacy
  • Medication Safety
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Patient Education & Adherence Support

Core Clinical Skills

  • Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
  • Medication Reconciliation
  • Disease State Management
  • Patient Counseling & Education
  • Point-of-Care Testing (COVID-19 Antigen/PCR)
  • Prescription Refill Management
  • Drug Assistance Program Enrollment
  • Immunization Administration
  • Community and Institutional Pharmacy Operations
  • Inventory Management & Ordering
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Medication Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Timeline

Student Pharmacist - Community IPPE

Cooper Rowan Clinic
08.2025 - 12.2025

Student Pharmacist - Institutional Pharmacy

VA Medical Center
05.2025 - 05.2025

Student Pharmacist - Specialty/Ambulatory Care

SunRay Drug Co.
01.2025 - 04.2025

Student Pharmacist - Institutional Pharmacy

Bryn Mawr Hospital (Main Line Health)
09.2024 - 12.2024

Student Pharmacist - Community Pharmacy

ACME Pharmacy
10.2023 - 04.2024

Pharmacy Technician - Community Pharmacy

K&K Pharmacy
01.2014 - Current

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) -

Saint Joseph's Philadelphia College of Pharmacy

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science

Saint Joseph's University/University of the Sciences