LINH PHAM
Orlando,FL
Summary
Resourceful pharmacist with 21 years of experience in reviewing prescriptions to process and dispense medications. Talented in coordinating with pharmacy staff to prioritize urgent requests while simultaneously driving accuracy, safety and confidentiality of patient information. Expert communicator when working closely with staff, numerous patients, administrators and healthcare professionals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Dr Phillips Specialty Pharmacy
Orlando, FL
07.2011 - Current
- Verified accuracy of prescription labels before dispensing medications.
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Advised customers on non-prescription medications such as over-the-counter drugs, herbals and nutritional supplements.
- Performed administrative duties such as updating patient information or submitting insurance claims forms.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy and completeness prior to dispensing.
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
- Compounded, packaged, labeled and dispensed medications.
Pharmacy Technician, Intern
Walgreens
Boston, MA
06.1998 - 05.2003
- Assisted in the filling of prescriptions, including counting, pouring and labeling pills.
- Checked expiration dates of medications to ensure freshness and quality control.
- Received verbal and written prescriptions from physicians for patients.
- Compiled customer demographic, allergy and medical history background.
- Filled daily medication orders and entered prescription data into system.
- Called insurance companies to verify patient benefits.
- Filled and processed prescriptions, delivering prompt and efficient patient care.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Assisted head pharmacist with filling large number of prescriptions per day.
Grad Intern, Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
ORLANDO, FL
May2003 - July2011
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Counseled health care professionals regarding therapeutic options, formulary restrictions, drug interactions and side effects.
- Assessed patient's knowledge of drugs, dosage instructions, interactions and contraindications.
- Advised customers on non-prescription medications such as over-the-counter drugs, herbals and nutritional supplements.
- Managed the daily operations of a retail or hospital pharmacy.
- Interpreted prescription orders from physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy of medication preparation and delivery.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Managed daily operations of the pharmacy, including staffing, scheduling and inventory control.
- Ordered, received and maintained adequate levels of pharmaceuticals while monitoring expiration dates to prevent waste.
- Resolved customer inquiries concerning their prescriptions, insurance coverage, pricing or other related issues.
- Participated in continuing education courses to remain up-to-date on developments in the field of pharmacy practice.
- Reviewed prescriptions for accuracy prior to filling to ensure patient safety.
- Supervised and provided guidance to pharmacy technicians in the preparation and distribution of medication orders.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Scien
Boston, MA05-2003
Skills
- Dispensing medicines
- Calculating doses
- Compounding abilities
- Verifying inventory
- Controlled drug logging
- Supervising technicians
- Resolving Complaints
- Verifying orders
- Dispensing Medications
- OTC Recommendations
- Prescription Filling
- Drug Inventory Management
- Patient education and counseling
- Prescription Verification
Timeline
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Dr Phillips Specialty Pharmacy
07.2011 - Current
Pharmacy Technician, Intern
Walgreens
06.1998 - 05.2003
Grad Intern, Pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
May2003 - July2011
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Scien
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