Quana Dinh
Pharmacist
Weatherford,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in patient education and prescription accuracy. Known for driving operational efficiency and facilitating collaboration among healthcare providers to optimize patient treatment and medication management.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Pharmacist
GI Alliance Pharmacy
Fort Worth, TX
12.2021 - Current
- Submitted prior authorizations for insurance coverage of specialty medications for Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and chronic hepatitis C.
- Drafted appeal letters to reverse insurance denials for specialty medication coverage, advocating for patient access to necessary treatments.
- Educated patients on bowel preparations for endoscopic procedures, enhancing understanding and compliance for successful outcomes.
Pharmacist I
Chula Vista Veterans Home Pharmacy
Chula Vista, California
07.2012 - 08.2021
- Conducted initial and final reviews of prescriptions to ensure accuracy in orders.
- Educated patients and prescribers on proper medication usage and potential side effects.
- Managed pharmacy inventory to ensure availability of essential medications and controlled substances for patient care.
- Oversaw functionality of remote dispensing unit at nursing floors, ensuring regulatory compliance and safety in medication dispensing.
Consultant Pharmacist
Chula Vista Veterans Home Pharmacy
Chula Vista, California
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Reviewed medication regimens monthly for compliance with CMS regulations, ensuring patient safety and regulatory adherence.
- Coordinated collaboration among nurses, physicians, and pharmacy staff to streamline operations and improve patient care.
- Inspected nursing medication rooms to ensure proper storage and disposal standards, maintaining regulatory compliance and safety.
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Hesperia, California
07.2011 - 10.2012
- Executed staff pharmacist functions to ensure delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical care.
- Supervised pharmacy operations through effective duty allocation, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated communication with corporate office to align pharmacy practices with company policies.
Pharmacist
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Victorville, CA
10.2009 - 07.2011
- Interpreted prescriptions and collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient treatment.
- Provided immunization, medication therapy management, and blood pressure screening
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability for uninterrupted patient care.
- Trained pharmacy technicians on operational procedures, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreen's Pharmacy
New Orleans, Louisiana
12.2005 - 10.2009
- Educated patients regarding proper use of their medications.
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions and verifying medication accuracy.
- Provided customer service by answering inquiries and addressing concerns.
Education
Health Evangelism
Wildwood Health Institute
Wildwood, GA12-2024
Xavier University of Louisana College of Pharmacy
New Orleans, LA05-2009
2nd Lieutenant
United States Army Reserves
New Orleans, LA12-2008
Bachelor of Science - Major: Biology Minor: Chemistry
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA05-2005
Skills
- Patient education
- Prescription review
- Inventory management
- Clinical compliance
- Specialty medication management
- Prior authorization submission
- NEWSTART Health seminars and challenges
- Medication therapy management
Timeline
Staff Pharmacist
GI Alliance Pharmacy
12.2021 - Current
Consultant Pharmacist
Chula Vista Veterans Home Pharmacy
10.2018 - 01.2020
Pharmacist I
Chula Vista Veterans Home Pharmacy
07.2012 - 08.2021
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreen's Pharmacy
07.2011 - 10.2012
Pharmacist
Walgreen's Pharmacy
10.2009 - 07.2011
Pharmacy Intern
Walgreen's Pharmacy
12.2005 - 10.2009
Health Evangelism
Wildwood Health Institute
Xavier University of Louisana College of Pharmacy
2nd Lieutenant
United States Army Reserves
Bachelor of Science - Major: Biology Minor: Chemistry
Xavier University of Louisiana