Kavita Amin

Performed participant assessments to facilitate plan of care, treatment, and discharge planning in collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. Responsible for comprehensive medication reviews and medication utilization initiatives, implementing various processes to improve safety, quality, and minimize costs. Delegated and directed support staff activities, ensuring appropriate billing and comp

Provided pharmacy recommendations by rounding with the Interdisciplinary Team and collaborated on quarterly drug trend and cost analysis. Developed protocols with the Chief Medical Officer to reduce medication costs and ensure proper billing to Medicare Part B and D plans. Provided medication-related education to nurses and participated in High Risk Care Planning.

Participated in pharmaceutical care through daily heart failure clinics, collaborating with cardiologists and advanced practice providers. Aided in transitions of care, including discharge counseling and medication reconciliation. Initiated a Pharmacist Led Medication Titration Program and documented clinical interventions in EPIC.

Prepared patient cases for P3 and P4 students for oral and written examinations and supported students with learning infectious disease topics. Built an encouraging, supportive, and motivating mentor-mentee relationship to guide 4th-year pharmacy students in pursuing PGY-1 residency.

Provided Comprehensive Medication Review (CMR) and Medication Therapy Management (MTM) services to patients. Participated in disease state management services for patients with asthma, diabetes, and lipid disorders. Evaluated and dispensed prescriptions, counseling patients on proper medication use and related devices.

Led the setup of a brand new CVS pharmacy store, ensuring timely opening and managing administrative duties including budgeting and ordering. Handled labor management, including interviewing, training, scheduling, and performance monitoring. Successfully transitioned the store from a challenge status to excellent, making it a pilot store for new CVS programs.

Assured the accuracy of medication orders completed by pharmacy technicians and provided drug information services to physicians. Dispensed medications, ensuring accurate dosing and compatibility, and compounded prescriptions for human and veterinary use. Recommended over-the-counter medicines and counseled patients on potential side effects and drug-drug interactions.

Completed a PGY1 Residency program at Bronson Battle Creek Hospital. Gained practical experience in various pharmacy settings and patient care.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology & Chemistry at Roosevelt University, College of Arts and Sciences. Acquired foundational knowledge in biological and chemical principles.

Earned a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Midwestern University, College of Pharmacy-Glendale. Developed expertise in pharmaceutical sciences and patient care.