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Lygia Kim

Fullerton,CA

Summary

Dedicated Pharmacist offering +15 years of experience ensuring accurate review, processing and dispensing of medications in alignment with orders. Skilled in collaborating with team members to expedite urgent requests while maintaining impeccable focus on safety, accuracy and confidentiality. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Pharmacist

Bestcare Pharmacy
10.2022 - Current
  • Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
  • Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
  • Reviewed and evaluated orders for non-formulary to identify generic alternatives.
  • Vaccinated patients to provide immunity against influenza, pneumonia, and other diseases.
  • Educated patients on proper medication use.
  • Counseled patients regarding proper intake of medications.

Dental Clinic Manager

IVY ENDODONTIC GROUP
07.2003 - 03.2019
  • Hired, trained and supervised employees to maintain team of high performers.
  • Monitored duties assigned to personnel to promote high levels of patient care and job efficiency.
  • Enforced adherence with HIPAA regulations and other relevant laws and regulations to maintain compliance.
  • Monitored number of patients and wait times to create efficient flow of patients from check-in to check-out.
  • Leveraged patient feedback and performed continuous process improvements to streamline day-to-day business operations and patient satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to verify proper implementation of patient treatment plans.
  • Enforced maintenance of clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety and sanitation regulations.
  • Developed marketing strategies to increase visibility and patient base.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.

Registered Pharmacist

Savon Drug Store/CVS
07.1988 - 07.2003
  • Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
  • Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
  • Educated patients about possible drug interactions and gave special administration instructions.
  • Educated patients on medication, tools and equipment to promote patient-centered care and increase adherence to treatment.
  • Reviewed and evaluated orders for non-formulary to identify generic alternatives.

Registered Pharmacist

Columbia Presbyterian Hospital
07.1985 - 07.1987
  • Dispensed medications in inpatient and outpatient settings
  • Worked as IV pharmacist

Education

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • Prescription Interpretation
  • Influenza Vaccinations
  • Reviewing Prescriptions
  • Patient Education
  • Compounding Pharmacy
  • Customer Service

Certification

  • Current CA Pharmacist License
  • Vaccination License
  • CPR License

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Registered Pharmacist

Bestcare Pharmacy
10.2022 - Current

Dental Clinic Manager

IVY ENDODONTIC GROUP
07.2003 - 03.2019

Registered Pharmacist

Savon Drug Store/CVS
07.1988 - 07.2003

Registered Pharmacist

Columbia Presbyterian Hospital
07.1985 - 07.1987

Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Lygia Kim