TANNAZ KAGHAZCHI
3131 Michelson Drive, Unit 1406, Irvine
Summary
Compassionate and driven pharmacist with strong clinical and retail experience across major pharmacy settings, including Rite Aid and CVS. Proven ability to manage pharmacy operations, provide exceptional patient care, and lead teams effectively. Recognized for patient advocacy, bilingual communication skills, and a commitment to continuous learning and service
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aide Pharmacy
12.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Managed and trained pharmacy staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Provided exceptional patient care by verifying prescriptions, counseling patients, and resolving insurance issues.
- Maintained inventory accuracy, conducted audits, and ensured proper storage of medications.
- Achieved performance targets related to script volume, customer satisfaction, and compliance metrics.
- Implemented Rite Aid’s company policies, procedures, and safety standards, ensuring a high-quality service experience.
- Collaborated with corporate and district leaders on business performance, budgeting, and operational improvements.
District Support Pharmacist
Rite Aide Pharmacy
11.2022 - 12.2024
As a retail pharmacist at Rite Aid, I assist customers with their health care needs by filling prescriptions, providing clinical services and excellent customer service while supervising Pharmacy associates.
I have to be responsible for :
- Ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of all prescriptions filled by completing Drug Utilization Review and Final Quality Assurance, applicable to state and federal Board of Pharmacy regulations.
- Build profitable business and script growth through recommended clinical programs including appropriate immunization and when available MTM (Medication Therapy Management), DCS (Diabetes Care Specialist), and all ongoing other programs as identified.
- Provide excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
- Supervise the work completed by support staff while on duty.
Intern Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted in various pharmacy tasks such as the filling/preparation of prescriptions, management of inventory stock, maintenance of patient profiles, and customer service.
- Provided support for the distribution of medications at every point of production by ensuring proper processing, filling, timely delivery, and inventory maintenance.
- Was also involved with performing basic patient tests, updating patient records, and providing information to patients on the proper way to take medications.
- Hands-on patient care services including medication-therapy-management, insurance clarification, medication reconciliation, and counseling.
- Provided assistance at multiple locations and clinics during pandemic to advocate for increase in COVID-19 vaccinations.
Disability Resource Center (DRC) Tutor
Riverside Community College
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Worked as a tutor for DRC students with learning, physical, and psychological disability.
- Subjects taught include biology, chemistry, interpersonal communication, algebra, and calculus.
Pharmacy Technician Volunteer
GMT Pharmacy
02.2015 - 06.2018
- Assisted pharmacy operations by filling prescriptions, ordering medications for inventory, and providing pharmacy services for patients.
- Job required fluency in both the English and Persian language.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - Dean's List
Marshall B. Ketchum University
Fullerton, CAAssociate of Science - Dean's List
Riverside Community College
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Islamic Azad University
Skills
- P>Patient Advocacy
- P>Teamwork Skills
- P>Office Technology Skills
- P>Motivated Attitude
Certification
Pharmacy-Based Travel Health Association Service Certificate
Delivering Medication Therapy Management Services Certificate
The Pharmacist & Patient-Centered Diabetes Care Certificate
Cardiovascular Resuscitation/Basic Life Support (BLS)
Pharmacy-Based Cardiovascular Disease Risk Management Certificate
Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certificate
Internship experience
APPE: Intern Pharmacist (Hospital) Mar 2022 — Apr 2022 ................................Option Care Infusion Center Irvine
APPE: Intern Pharmacist (Ambulatory Care) Jan 2022 — Feb 2022 ...................St.Jude's Hospital Chemo center
APPE: Intern Pharmacist (Acute Care) Nov 2021 — Dec 2021............................Mission Hospital
APPE: Intern Pharmacist (Specialty) Oct 2021 — Nov 2021...............................Walgreens Mission Viejo
APPE: Intern Pharmacist (Research/Academia) Aug 2021 — Sep 2021 ...............Marshall B. Ketchum University Fullerton
APPE: Intern Pharmacist (Retail) May 2021 — Jun 2021....................................Cal Med Pharmacy Mission Viejo
IPPE: Intern Pharmacist (Retail) Jun 2020 — Jul 2020.......................................Rite Aid Costa Mesa
PPE: Intern Pharmacist (Hospital) Jun 2019 — Jul 2019.....................................South Coast Global Hospital Costa Mesa
SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES/PRESENTATIONS
- There Is No Need for Vaccinations in the U.S Oct 2018 Fullerton, CA
- Self-Esteem Dec 2017 Riverside, CA
- Terrestrial Arthropods Respiratory System Dec 2014 Salem, MA
AWARDS & HONORS
- Dean's List Sep 2016 — Jun 2018.......Riverside Community College
- Dean's List Aug 2018 — May 2022.......Marshall B. Ketchum University School Of Pharmacy
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
- A Potential Method to Adjust Kp Scalar in Different Species for PBPK Modeling
- Feb 2020 — Nov 2020.........Fullerton, CA
- Advisor: Zhijun Wang Ph.D.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
- Student Member: American Pharmacist Association (APhA) Sep 2018 — Present........Fullerton, CA
- Student Member: California Pharmacists Association (CPhA) Jan 2019 — Present.......Fullerton, CA
- Secretary: Alpha Gamma Signma Sep 2017 — Jun 2018.....Riverside, CA
- Student Member: Environmental Sustainability Sep 2017 — Jun 2018.......Riverside, CA
- Executive Treasurer: Associated Students of Riverside City College Sep 2016 — Jun 2018.....Riverside, CA
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES & MEETINGS ATTENDED
- Pharmacy Fraternities Meeting (Phi Delta Chi) Dec 2018........Fullerton, CA
- California Pharmacist Association (CPhA) Start-up Meeting Aug 2018.......Fullerton, CA
Personal Information
Title: Registered Pharmacist
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Pharmacy Intern: CVS/Target Oct 2018......Buena Park, CA
- Emergency Room Auxillary Volunteer May 2016 — May 2017......Riverside, CA
- Keep Riverside Clean and Beautiful Community Clean-Up Volunteer Sep 2017.....Riverside, CA
- Patient Care Volunteer.........May 2015 — Sep 2017 ........Irvine Urgent Care........Irvine, CA
Licensure
Registered Pharmacist #86578..........................................Aug 2022 — Mar 2026
Timeline
Pharmacy Manager
Rite Aide Pharmacy
12.2024 - Current
District Support Pharmacist
Rite Aide Pharmacy
11.2022 - 12.2024
Intern Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy
09.2019 - 05.2022
Disability Resource Center (DRC) Tutor
Riverside Community College
09.2016 - 06.2018
Pharmacy Technician Volunteer
GMT Pharmacy
02.2015 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Dean's List
Riverside Community College
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Islamic Azad University
Doctor of Pharmacy - Dean's List
Marshall B. Ketchum University
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