Van Tong
Pomona,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented, hard-working, and compassionate Pharmacist in Charge for over 4 years and staff pharmacist for an additional 7 plus years. Dedicated to providing quality patient care efficiently and accurately.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Prime Therapeutics LLC
12.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently reviewing and processing prior authorization requests for medications while adhering to established guidelines
- Enhanced pharmacy operations through accurate and timely completion of medication therapy management interventions.
- Reduced prescription errors by thoroughly evaluating patient medication profiles and making appropriate recommendations.
- Streamlined the prior authorization process with consistent collaboration between physicians, insurance companies, and patients
- Conduct clinical literature searches to support coverage determinations of cases
Clinical Pharmacist
Magellan Health
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Review clinical information (e.g. patient chart notes, lab results, testing, etc.) from medical professionals against specific criteria for coverage, and in accordance with Department of Health Care Services policies
- Evaluate member eligibility, claims history, and PA history in order to render efficient and timely coverage determinations for a variety of medications, while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
- Meet production requirements while ensuring the highest quality of work through efficient workload management and review steps
- Work well in and contribute to a team environment that requires flexibility and adaptability
Floater Pharmacist
CVS Health
01.2019 - Current
- Review patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
- Interpret prescription orders, dispensed medications and counseled patients on drugs.
- Comply with strict health, industry and organizational regulations to maintain patient safety.
- Teach patients how to use medical devices such as glucose meters and oximeters.
- Maintain appropriate drug records and completed reports as necessary.
- Administered 100+ Covid vaccinations daily during the initial rollout of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines
Pharmacist
OptumRx
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Interpreted prescriptions from healthcare providers to properly dispense medications and health products.
- Collaborated with colleagues, technicians and leading pharmacists in effective prioritization and filling of orders.
- Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects and therapeutic outcomes.
- Conducted timely prescription transfers from retail to home delivery in the beginning of the pandemic to allow patients to continue filling their prescriptions safely at home
- Performed smoke tests for new application releases for the home delivery pharmacy department.
- Correctly verified Schedule 3-5 controlled prescriptions while complying with each state’s regulations in conjunction with California dispensing regulations
- Reviewed drug interactions and medical conditions and communicated with prescribers regarding therapeutic incompatibilities.
Pharmacist in Charge
CVS Health
06.2014 - 12.2018
- Processed and performed Drug Utilization Reviews to ensure patient safety.
- Hired and trained new pharmacy support staff.
- Optimized scheduling to provide the best customer service possible while staying within budget.
- Encouraged and administered immunizations to improve public health.
- Managed and resolved customer complaints.
- Complied with controlled substance, hazardous material, and privacy regulations.
- Properly filled and dispensed an average of 1700 prescriptions per week
- Directly supervised and coached a team of 8 Pharmacy Technicians, interns and support staff
- Created effective action plans to improve My Store Health scores
- Conducted biennial inventory in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Motivated and ran a staff to achieve high performing results as evident by store growth and overall KPI scores
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
- Collaborated with prescribers to fill any gaps in care with chronic disease states to improve patient outcomes
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health
05.2010 - 06.2014
- Counseled patients and recommended over-the-counter medications as needed.
- Called doctors for clarifications and therapy modifications.
- Transcribed new prescriptions and processed store-to-store transfers.
- Resolved medication-related issues with providers and patients
- Effectively resolve insurance rejections and other billing issues.
- Processed prescription data entry and filled prescriptions.
- Maintained pharmacy inventory.
- Checked prescriptions for appropriate dosage, drug interactions, allergies and contraindications before dispensing medications.
- Provided thorough patient consultation
Grad Intern
Walgreens
08.2009 - 04.2010
- Entered prescriptions and updated patient profiles in computer database.
- Called doctors for clarifications and therapy modifications.
- Transcribed new prescriptions and processed store-to-store transfers.
- Handled third party rejections as needed.
- Filled prescriptions.
- Handed out prescriptions to patients and provided proper counseling.
- Answered patient questions and recommended over-the-counter medications as needed.
- Verified prescriptions.
Education
Pharm.D -
University of Southern Nevada (Roseman University)
Henderson, NV2009
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CASkills
- HIPAA Regulation
- BLS Certified
- Immunization certified
- Pharmacy law knowledge
- Blood Borne Pathogen training
- Efficient and accurate
- Exceptional patient care
- Drug Utilization Review
- Inventory maintenance system
- Adept at managing a team
Licenses & Certifications
- Registered Pharmacist CA License No 63812 April 2010-present
- APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certification April 2010
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers American Red Cross January 2022-2024
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Prime Therapeutics LLC
12.2022 - Current
Clinical Pharmacist
Magellan Health
02.2022 - 12.2022
Floater Pharmacist
CVS Health
01.2019 - Current
Pharmacist
OptumRx
08.2018 - 01.2022
Pharmacist in Charge
CVS Health
06.2014 - 12.2018
Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health
05.2010 - 06.2014
Grad Intern
Walgreens
08.2009 - 04.2010
Pharm.D -
University of Southern Nevada (Roseman University)
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology
University of California - Los Angeles