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Karen Magosin

Greater Philadelphia Area

Summary

Healthcare professional with meaningful experience in PBM mail service, long-term care, hospital, and retail pharmacy environments. Critical thinker who utilizes data and practical knowledge to develop informed decisions and solutions. Recognizes the importance of accuracy, responsiveness, and accountability in patient care and service. Engages with colleagues and patients to ensure clarity on use and treatment plans.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Pharmacist

Omnicare, CVS Health
Scranton, PA
10.2016 - 03.2017
  • Validated compliance with state laws and professional standards in pharmacy practice.
  • Executed pharmacy services efficiently for long-term care and post-acute facilities.
  • Supervised staff to ensure accurate order entry and timely delivery schedules.
  • Reviewed labels, orders, and drug packaging for accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepared IV drug products, ensuring USP IV room requirements for compounding sterile preparations.
  • Maintained perpetual inventory of controlled substances to ensure regulatory adherence.

Staff Pharmacist

Express Scripts
Langhorne, PA
01.2006 - 11.2011
  • Verified patient and prescription information from order entry data for accuracy.
  • Conducted Drug Utilization Reviews to ensure appropriateness of drug therapy.
  • Resolved prescription discrepancies through proactive communication with prescribers.
  • Achieved certificates of excellence for outstanding performance in accuracy and productivity.
  • Consistently met or exceeded production rate goals.
  • Established home office in compliance with HIPAA and company policies.
  • Managed patient confidentiality in pharmacy records and insurance claims responsibly.

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Caremark
Wilkes-Barre, PA
01.2005 - 11.2005
  • Maintained daily production, quality, and service levels within mail order operations across all departments.
  • Verified prescription information by interpreting details and contacting prescribers when necessary.
  • Facilitated conversion of prescriptions to preferred formulary through direct communication with prescribers.
  • Oversaw technical support personnel to ensure accuracy in prescription filling and packaging processes.

Clinical Pharmacist

Commonwealth Health System
Wilkes-Barre, PA
09.2003 - 01.2005
  • Evaluated medication orders for IV, TPN, and compounds to ensure accuracy and clarity.
  • Dispensed medications throughout hospital while performing thorough quality checks.
  • Collaborated with nurses and physicians to improve patient care and formulary adherence.
  • Provided drug information and conducted literature research to address inquiries.
  • Documented discrepancies and resolved potential drug interactions effectively.
  • Supervised pharmacy technicians in medication preparation and distribution processes.
  • Ensured compliance with pharmacy protocols and safety standards consistently.
  • Conducted ongoing drug utilization reviews to assess efficacy of treatments.

Clinical Pharmacist

Jefferson Health System
Philadelphia, PA
05.2000 - 09.2003
  • Conducted drug utilization reviews and calculated first-dose aminoglycoside dosages for accurate therapy initiation.
  • Managed transitions from IV to oral therapy, ensuring compliance with formulary standards.
  • Supported hospitals and pharmacies in adapting services to meet varied patient needs.

Clinical Pharmacist

Hahnemann University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
09.1999 - 05.2000
  • Executed specialized pharmacy services to meet diverse patient needs.
  • Facilitated transition from paper charts to electronic medical records, ensuring accurate data entry.

Pharmacist

Drug Emporium Pharmacy
Langhorne, PA
01.1999 - 09.1999
  • Prepared and dispensed prescriptions in compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Managed pharmacy inventory to optimize stock levels and minimize waste.
  • Directed operations to reduce patient wait times and improve overall efficiency.
  • Counseled patients on medication safety and effectiveness for informed decision-making.

Pharmacist - District Support

CVS Pharmacy
Philadelphia Region
01.1998 - 01.1999
  • Provided pharmacist services while demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to pharmacies and staff across region

Education

Life, Accident & Health Insurance Course

Express Education
Harrisburg, PA

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Philadelphia College of Pharmacy & Science
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

Attention to detail

Risk management

Analytical problem solving

Time management

Quality assurance

Medication therapy management

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Certification

  • Registered Pharmacist, Pennsylvania
  • Life, Accident & Health Insurance License, Pennsylvania (in process)

Timeline

Staff Pharmacist

Omnicare, CVS Health
10.2016 - 03.2017

Staff Pharmacist

Express Scripts
01.2006 - 11.2011

Staff Pharmacist

CVS Caremark
01.2005 - 11.2005

Clinical Pharmacist

Commonwealth Health System
09.2003 - 01.2005

Clinical Pharmacist

Jefferson Health System
05.2000 - 09.2003

Clinical Pharmacist

Hahnemann University Hospital
09.1999 - 05.2000

Pharmacist

Drug Emporium Pharmacy
01.1999 - 09.1999

Pharmacist - District Support

CVS Pharmacy
01.1998 - 01.1999

Life, Accident & Health Insurance Course

Express Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

Philadelphia College of Pharmacy & Science
Karen Magosin
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