Pharmacy Health
Resume:
HSING TA SUNG
**** **** **** ***, *** *, La Mesa, CA 91942
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CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES
Registered Pharmacist License No. 83283, CA Expiration: Aug 2022 Basic Life Support Certification Expiration: Oct 2022 Immunization Certification Training Issued: Feb 2017 Certificate of Naloxone Training Issued: Oct 2018
Certificate of Hormonal Contraception Training Issued: Oct 2018 EDUCATION
California Northstate University College of Pharmacy Elk Grove, CA Doctor of Pharmacy Graduated: May 2020
University of California San Diego San Diego, CA
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry/Cell Biology Graduated: Dec 2015 HONORS AND AWARDS
Dean’s List Aug 2016-May 2020
Pharmacy PRIDE Award Aug 2016-June 2019
WORK EXPERIENCE
Pharmacist - COVID-19 Vaccine Support
CVS Pharmacy, El Cajon, CA Dec 2020-Present
• Educate patients on COVID-19 vaccine
• Monitor for side effects of COVID-19 vaccine
• Lead and manage a team consisting of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and nurses to set up, dispense, and administer COVID-19 vaccinations
• Document care delivery in the Electronic Health Record and vaccines in immunization registry systems
Pharmacy Tutor
Sung Tutoring, San Diego, CA June 2020-Dec 2020
• Tutored pharmacy and nursing students for NAPLEX preparation or pharmacology
• Prepared, implemented, and evaluated teaching plan
• Assessed, recorded, and reported progress while providing appropriate and constructive feedback
Intern Pharmacist
CVS Pharmacy, Galt, CA May 2018-May 2020
• Counseled and educated customers on safe medication administration
• Participated in prescription filling and pick-up process
• Filled about 400 prescriptions per day
• Maintained meaningful relationships with customers by meeting their needs and proactively offering them products and services
• Performed wellness services such as immunizations, flu shots, diabetes education, and other preventive healthcare services
Research Assistant
Dart NeuroScience LLC, San Diego, CA Feb 2016-Aug 2016
• Accurately documented and communicated research results with the research team
• Maintained a sterile, safe, and organized environment
• Prepared chemical solutions, materials, and equipment
• Purified proteins using the HPLC technique
Service Associate
Tea Station, San Diego, CA Feb 2015-Dec 2015
• Ensured correct order placement and delivery in a fast-paced environment
• Increased sales by promoting new products and services
• Improved customer satisfaction by being knowledgeable about products and services Professor Assistant
University of California San Diego, CA Jan 2014-Nov 2014
• Evaluated and revised physiology lesson plans and course content with the professor to facilitate student learning
• Advised and tutored undergraduate students individually to identify areas of difficulties
• Ensured completion of assignments within the time frame given Service Associate
ACT Acupuncture Clinic, Fremont, CA June 2009-Sept 2010
• Consulted and educated patients on health, diet, and exercise
• Educated patients on traditional Chinese medicine
• Followed HIPPA regulations while providing care and customer support COMPLETED ADVANCED PHARMACY PRACTICE EXPERIENCE
Community Pharmacy
Safeway Pharmacy, Sacramento, CA Jan 2020-Feb 2020
• Promoted customer satisfaction by displaying positive attitude, being knowledgeable about products and services, and directing them to available services
• Prepared medication in a timely manner in a fast pace environment
• Educated and counseled customers about medication use
• Performed immunizations, flu shots, and medication therapy management Critical Care/Intensive Care Unit Pharmacy
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Oakland, CA Nov 2019-Dec 2019
• Adjusted medication dosages based on lab results and medical history
• Discussed, reviewed, and suggested medication changes with physicians and nurses
• Participated in daily multi-disciplinary rounds
• Monitored and titrated therapeutic drugs
• Counseled and educated patients on medication administration and side effects
• Reviewed, interpreted, and evaluated medication orders to identify, prevent, and resolve potential or actual drug-related problem
• Presented journal club on efficacy and safety of low-dose colchicine after myocardial infarctions
Pediatrics Inpatient Pharmacy
Shriners Hospitals for Children, Sacramento, CA Sept 2019-Nov 2019
• Prepared PO and IV medications
• Collaborated with nurses, doctors, and pharmacists
• Increased patient satisfaction by delivering medications in a timely manner
• Presented case study on managing sepsis infections in pediatric burn patients Oncology Pharmacy
Avella Specialty Pharmacy, Sacramento, CA Aug 2019-Sep 2019
• Provided education regarding medications use and side effects
• Assisted with keeping department organized and clean
• Monitored medication inventory and restocked as appropriate
• Verified accuracy of ordered medications with pharmacist Institutional Practice
California Northstate University, Elk Grove, CA July 2019-Aug 2019
• Collaborated with professors to revise and develop pharmacy curriculum for Drug Literature Evaluation course
• Implemented course plans and adjusted curriculum based on student feedback
• Researched current and relevant pharmaceutical drugs to incorporate into curriculum
• Reviewed and analyzed clinical research papers and journals to update curriculum with evidence-based research
• Presented journal club on statin treatment increases lipoprotein levels in subjects with low molecular weight apolipoprotein phenotype
Community Pharmacy
Walmart Pharmacy, Sacramento, CA May 2019-June 2019
• Actively met and exceeded customer needs by following pharmacy compliance and workflow standards
• Handled and resolved customer issues and questions to build customer trust and loyalty
• Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related questions and providing healthcare counseling
Specialty Pharmacy
Omnicare: Long Term Care Pharmacy, Sacramento, CA June 2018-July 2018
• Prepared bubble-pack medications for long-term care patients
• Monitored patient labs for medication dose changes
• Received and refilled about 60 prescription requests per hour
• Maintained patient profiles, inventories, pharmacy files, and other records Community Pharmacy
Walgreens Pharmacy, Elk Grove, CA June 2017-July 2017
• Monitored prescription orders for errors and inaccuracies
• Educated and counseled patients on medication administration and safety
• Followed pharmacy compliance and workflow standards LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
California Pharmacists Association Treasure Aug 2018-Aug 2019
• Managed all financial and fundraiser affairs
• Increased the number of members joined from previous year
• Increased the amount of funds raised from previous year Class Co-President Sept 2016-June 2018
• Maintained a positive relationship between professors and students by advocating for student issues and concerns
• Organized and managed events, volunteer opportunities, and fundraisers
• Created mentor/mentee, leadership, and volunteer opportunities RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences July 2015-Feb 2016 Preceptor: Larissa M. Podust, PhD.
Project: Analyze the Structural Properties and Functions of KstR in M. tuberculosis Infections
• Performed column chromatography using the protein purification method
• Successfully demonstrated primary and optimized crystallization screens for KstR crystal with its inducer and DNA operators
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Sacramento Valley Pharmacists Association Crab Feed Fundraiser Mar 2019
• Volunteered by directing guests, patrons, and students to their assigned seats
• Answered questions regarding the fundraiser and how contributions are managed and used
• Assisted with food preparations and event setup
Pharmacist Appreciation Dinner Oct 2018
• Assisted with event by finding sponsors and venue
• Fundraised to provide scholarships to incoming pharmacy students
• Recognized and awarded students and staff for their hard work and dedication Sacramento Heart Walk Aug 2018
• Promoted public health awareness on heart disease and stroke
• Assisted in the fundraiser by collecting donations
• Directed guests and patrons to their appropriate booths and registration tables Walmart Wellness Day June 2018
• Promoted public health awareness on hypertension and diabetes
• Educated customers on diabetes, blood pressure management, and flu vaccines
• Administered flu vaccines
Walgreens Flu Shot Clinic April 2018
• Promoted public health awareness on hypertension, diabetes, and flu
• Educated public on the importance of immunization and regular checkups
• Administered flu vaccines
Celebrating Health Fair Oct 2017
• Educated Hispanic community on preventative health services
• Educated public on hypertension, diabetes, and proper medication use
• Handed out pamphlets in various languages to reach a broader audience Breast Cancer Symposium, CNU Cares Mar 2017
• Promoted public health awareness on skin cancer
• Educated public on melanoma and preventative measures
• Assisted with event setup and food preparation
Aloha Festival Oct 2016
• Promoted public health awareness on diabetes prevention and management
• Educated public on diet, regular checkup, and glucose management
• Demonstrated how to properly check glucose levels Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Oct 2016
• Promoted public health awareness on breast cancer
• Assisted with collecting funds by educating public on the important of further research
• Educated public on how the money funds assists innovative research, provide support to cancer patients, and help reduce their cancer risk Blind Athlete Guide June 2016-Aug 2016
• Guided visual impaired athlete with transportation and pacing several times a week for five hours daily
• Assisted athlete with his health and training goals Special Delivery June 2015-Aug 2016
• Delivered meals to people living with AIDS, cancer, and other critical illnesses
• Volunteered once a week for five hours and delivered 25 meals per shift
• Provided healthy nutritious meals in a timely manner Scripps Memorial Hospital, ICU July 2015-Oct 2015
• Provided support to staff by answering phone calls, organizing office, and directing and assisting patients to their designated departments
• Volunteered once a week for eight hours
• Learned how to work with close group of people to make the unit run smoothly UCSD Thornton Hospital, Pharmacy July 2014-Oct 2015
• Provided staff support by double checking medication orders, logging patient information, and assisting discharged patients
• Volunteered every weekend for about eight hours
• Improved customer service skills by being knowledgeable about services offered and being able to show empathy with their health conditions
LANGUAGES
Mandarin and English: Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing REFERENCES
Available upon request
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