Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Personal Achievements
Additional Qualifications and Certifications
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Annika Barber

Kensington Park,SA

Summary

Knowledgeable Pharmacist with extensive experience and a strong background in managing pharmacy operations and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize workflows, and ensure high standards of safety and accuracy. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and inventory control. Adaptable and reliable with focus on achieving measurable results through collaboration and effective problem-solving.



Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Pharmacist/Pharmacist in Charge/Locum Pharmacist

Hospital Pharmacy Services
05.2014 - Current
  • Detailed dispensing knowledge and point of sale
  • Optimized account management and reporting processes, streamlining operations and improving efficiency.
  • Strengthened customer and client relations through clear communication and prompt resolution of disputes.
  • Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by implementing new workflow processes and inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
  • Possess proficient analytical skills to optimise business outcomes and patient care
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and counselling.
  • Developed policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations, promoting compliance with legal regulations and best practices.
  • Recruited, hired and trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Managed a team of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, providing guidance and training to ensure adherence to best practices and regulatory compliance.
  • Mentored and trained pharmacy students, interns and junior pharmacists, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Handled hazardous materials responsibly following proper waste disposal procedures to minimize environmental impact.
  • Accurate and timely compounding of medications, maintaining strict quality control measures and ensured compliance with USP guidelines.

Locum Pharmacist

Pharmacy Management Solutions – The Green Dispensary Group
08.2011 - 05.2014
  • Detailed dispensing knowledge
  • Point of sale
  • Medicine dispensing aids
  • Customer relations
  • Stock control/ordering
  • Proficient analytical skills
  • Patient Counselling and care
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Complimentary Health services
  • Compounding experience
  • Pharmacy Practice Incentive Program implementation, development & training
  • Retail sales - pharmaceuticals/beauty/health care

Chief Pharmacist at Southside Medical Centre

Central Health Medical Practice
08.2009 - 07.2011
  • Detailed dispensing knowledge
  • International medication sourcing
  • Customer relations
  • Stock control/ordering
  • Patient Counselling and care
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Close collaboration with Medical Practitioners and Allied Health Professionals
  • Colleague training on the safe provision & use of medicines and health aids

English teacher and Kindergarten Teacher

Le Beaumont Language Centre and Rightmind Kindergarten
08.2007 - 06.2009

Managing pharmacist

Stirling Community Pharmacies – The Green Dispensary Group
12.2003 - 06.2007
  • Manager - in excess of 5 staff
  • Compounding experience
  • Point of sale
  • Detailed dispensing knowledge
  • Stock control/ordering
  • Customer relations
  • Medicine dispensing aids
  • Patient counselling and care
  • Marketing
  • Accounting & cash summaries
  • Retail sales - pharmaceuticals/beauty/health care
  • Team training and support

Various roles

01.1996 - 01.2003
  • Continued casual and part time employment at various retailers and restaurants in both Australia and the United Kingdom
  • Food & Beverage Attendant
  • Function Supervisor
  • Retail Sales Assistant

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy - First Class Honours (BPharm Hons)

University of South Australia
Adelaide, South Australia
12-2003

Secondary Education -

Wilderness School
Adelaide, South Australia
12-1998

Skills

  • Office (word, excel, power point)
  • Pharmacy Specific (Amfac, Fred Dispense, Minfos, iPharmacy)
  • Customer service and communication skills
  • Staff development
  • Performance improvement
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Self motivated
  • Organised and detail oriented
  • Compounding techniques
  • Medication dispensing
  • Inventory management, document and record keeping
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Positive attitude and approach
  • Proficient analytical skills
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Ability and Willingness to learn

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling
  • Horse Riding
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Music
  • Tennis
  • Social Interaction
  • Reading
  • Cooking
  • Netball
  • Home renovating
  • Gardening
  • Photography

Personal Achievements

  • Dean's Merit List - University of South Australia ( 2000, 2001, 2002 & 2003 )
  • Chancellor's Letters of Commendation ( 2003 )
  • Golden Key National Honour Society ( 2001 )


Additional Qualifications and Certifications

  • AHPRA Registration - Pharmacist
  • Current Australian Driver's Licence
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Current South Australian Working With Children Check
  • Up to date RRHAN training

Timeline

Managing Pharmacist/Pharmacist in Charge/Locum Pharmacist

Hospital Pharmacy Services
05.2014 - Current

Locum Pharmacist

Pharmacy Management Solutions – The Green Dispensary Group
08.2011 - 05.2014

Chief Pharmacist at Southside Medical Centre

Central Health Medical Practice
08.2009 - 07.2011

English teacher and Kindergarten Teacher

Le Beaumont Language Centre and Rightmind Kindergarten
08.2007 - 06.2009

Managing pharmacist

Stirling Community Pharmacies – The Green Dispensary Group
12.2003 - 06.2007

Various roles

01.1996 - 01.2003

Bachelor of Pharmacy - First Class Honours (BPharm Hons)

University of South Australia

Secondary Education -

Wilderness School

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