VISHAL KUMAR
Columbia Station,OH
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Clinical Pharmacist with over four years of specialized experience in pediatric pharmacy. Adept at providing comprehensive medication management, therapeutic drug monitoring, and pharmacokinetics-based dosing for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents. Skilled in medication safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered care. Passionate about mentorship, research, and advancing pediatric pharmacotherapy through continuous learning and innovation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist – Pediatrics
UH Rainbow Women & Children’s Hospital
06.2020 - Current
- Verify and optimize pediatric medication orders using EPIC Willow for accuracy, safety, and efficacy
- Collaborate with physicians to recommend weight-based dosing adjustments and liquid medication modifications
- Perform clinical interventions across infectious diseases, pain management, endocrinology, neurology, cardiology, and pulmonology
- Conduct medication reconciliation, therapeutic interventions, and bedside patient education
- Precept pharmacy students, providing guidance on clinical services, appropriate dosing, and interventions
- Utilize 340B pricing strategies, patient assistance programs, and prior authorizations to improve medication affordability
- Supervise pharmacy colleagues to ensure efficient task completion and operational workflow
Pharmacist PRN
CVS Pharmacy
08.2023 - Current
- Process and verify medication orders using RxConnect for safety and compliance
- Administer immunizations (flu, COVID-19, pneumonia, shingles, hepatitis, etc.)
- Conduct DUR screenings, patient counseling, and medication therapy management (MTM)
- Guide pharmacy teams in high-volume, fast-paced environments to maintain operational efficiency
- Resolve insurance issues, including prior authorizations and formulary alternatives
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
Pharmacist
MARCS Pharmacy
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Verified and dispensed medications while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
- Conducted comprehensive medication reviews (CMR) and MTM consultations via OutcomesMTM
- Provided immunizations (flu, shingles, MMR, tetanus) and counseled patients on medication adherence
- Managed insurance claims using CoverMyMeds for seamless prior authorization processing
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Pharmacy
Downers Grove, IL05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH05.2014
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Adaptable and quick learner
- Ability to multitask in high-pressure environments
- Strong leadership and team collaboration
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Technology: EPIC Willow, RxConnect, Covermymeds, OutcomesMTM
Certification
- Ohio Licensed Pharmacist, 03439335, Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified, 10/30/25
- APhA Immunization Certified, 01/04/18
Additional Information
Open to leadership roles, clinical research, and new expanded pharmacy responsibilities, Strong advocate for patient-centered care and medication accessibility
Professional Development And Leadership
- Active participant in medication safety and pediatric pharmacy committees
- Regularly attend continuing education (CE) programs focused on pediatric pharmacotherapy
- Mentor and train pharmacy students and residents in pediatric clinical practices
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional Working
Timeline
Pharmacist PRN
CVS Pharmacy
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Pharmacist – Pediatrics
UH Rainbow Women & Children’s Hospital
06.2020 - Current
Pharmacist
MARCS Pharmacy
11.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Cleveland State University
- Ohio Licensed Pharmacist, 03439335, Active
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified, 10/30/25
- APhA Immunization Certified, 01/04/18
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Pharmacy
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