Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Memberships Qualifications
Attributes
Charity Community Participation
Certification
Additional Information
References
Timeline
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DOMINIC COPPOLA

Prospect,SA

Summary

Accomplished pharmacist with over two decades of diverse experience spanning community and hospital pharmacy sectors. Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in pharmacy operations, clinical practice, and regional management. Adept at driving business growth and efficiency across multiple pharmacy environments, including hospital, aged care, and cancer care settings. Proven track record in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance patient care and organizational performance. Known for fostering collaborative relationships, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering sustainable results that elevate the standard of pharmaceutical services. Skilled in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and adapting strategies to meet evolving industry demands. Passionate about leveraging expertise to drive positive change and contribute to the advancement of healthcare delivery.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

INTERN PHARMACIST

AMCAL Tomeo & Laslett Retail Pharmacies
01.1997

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST

AMCAL Tomeo & Laslett Retail Pharmacies
01.1998 - 01.1999

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST MANAGER

AMCAL Tomeo & Laslett Retail Pharmacies
01.2000 - 01.2004

LOCUM PHARMACIST-HOSPITALS AND AGED CARE SERVICES

HPS Pharmacies
01.2004 - 01.2005

CLINICAL HOSPITAL PHARMACIST

HPS Pharmacies
01.2005 - 01.2007

HOSPITAL PHARMACY MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies
01.2007 - 01.2009

HOSPITAL PHARMACY MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies
01.2009 - 01.2010

NATIONAL MANAGER OF CLINICAL AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

HPS Pharmacies
01.2009 - 01.2011

REGIONAL OPEATIONS MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies
01.2011 - 01.2012

SENIOR REGIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies/ EBOS Healthcare
01.2012 - 01.2018

NATIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies/ EBOS Healthcare
01.2018 - 01.2021

SENIOR MANAGER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND SALES

St John Ambulance Australia SA
01.2021 - Current

Education

BACHELOR OF PHARMACY - Pharmacy

University of South Australia
South Australia
11.1997

CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION -

St. Michael’s College
Henley Beach, South Australia
12.1993

Skills

  • Medication dispensing-AMFAC, FRED and I-pharmacy system
  • Packing for aged care homes, correctional services
  • Hospital clinical pharmacist
  • Home medicines reviews -expired accreditation
  • Residential Medication Management Reviews (RMMRs)-expired accreditation
  • Extensive experience in operations management of hospital pharmacy, chemotherapy manufacture and aged care services
  • Strategic planning
  • Tendering and contract management
  • Increased Company Revenue Cost-Cutting
  • Formulation of Company Budgets
  • Process-Optimisation
  • Centralisation of Manufacturing
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Resource Allocation
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Network-Building
  • Effective Service Delivery
  • Staff Performance Management
  • Program Development Quality and Compliance
  • OHWS Implementation
  • Team Leadership- Collaboration & Team Dynamics
  • Inventory Management
  • Laboratory Practices
  • Prescription record reviews
  • Drug Interactions Analysis
  • Pharmaceutical care planning
  • Pharmaceutical Supply Ordering
  • Pharmacy Operations Support
  • Quality Assurance Practices
  • Supply Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Pharmacy management support
  • Patient Counselling
  • Pharmaceutical Compounding

Professional Memberships Qualifications

  • APHRA Registered Pharmacist Practitioner -1997 to current
  • Member | Pharmaceutical Society of Australia
  • Member | Society of Hospital Pharmacists Australia
  • Accredited Clinical Pharmacist | Australian Association of Consultant Pharmacists | 2001 – 2008
  • Strategic planning/ University Adelaide 2010
  • Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt 2012
  • Negotiation for Success/ University of Adelaide 2013


Attributes

  • Demonstrates strong leadership qualities, taking initiative and being accountable while remaining flexible and adaptable.
  • Maintains an exemplary work ethic and approaches interactions with a high degree of diplomacy and professionalism.
  • Exhibits excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, successfully working within timescales and budgets.
  • Prioritizes customer needs and possesses superior problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Communicates effectively, brings innovative ideas to the table, and motivates others, using these skills to influence and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Possesses a highly analytical and detail-oriented mindset, always seeking continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance, proactively taking on new challenges and effectively managing uncertainty.
  • Is deeply committed to the success of the organization and its employees.

Charity Community Participation

  • PHARMACY COMMITTEEE | St. Andrews Hospital (2011 to 2021)
  • MEDICATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Calvary, North Adelaide (2012 to 2020)
  • NEW YORK MARATHON (2016) | A fundraising/benefit to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis

Certification

  • APHRA Registered Pharmacist Practitioner -1997 to current
  • Member | Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Member | Society of Hospital Pharmacists Australia
  • Accredited Clinical Pharmacist | Australian Association of Consultant Pharmacists | 2001 – 2008
  • Strategic planning/ University Adelaide 2010
  • Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt 2012
  • Negotiation for Success/ University of Adelaide 2013


Additional Information

CHARITY & COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION


  • PHARMACY COMMITTEEE | St. Andrews Hospital
  • MEDICATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE | Calvary, North Adelaide
  • NEW YORK MARATHON (2016) | A fundraising/benefit to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis



References

Available upon request

Timeline

SENIOR MANAGER BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND SALES

St John Ambulance Australia SA
01.2021 - Current

NATIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies/ EBOS Healthcare
01.2018 - 01.2021

SENIOR REGIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies/ EBOS Healthcare
01.2012 - 01.2018

REGIONAL OPEATIONS MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies
01.2011 - 01.2012

HOSPITAL PHARMACY MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies
01.2009 - 01.2010

NATIONAL MANAGER OF CLINICAL AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

HPS Pharmacies
01.2009 - 01.2011

HOSPITAL PHARMACY MANAGER

HPS Pharmacies
01.2007 - 01.2009

CLINICAL HOSPITAL PHARMACIST

HPS Pharmacies
01.2005 - 01.2007

LOCUM PHARMACIST-HOSPITALS AND AGED CARE SERVICES

HPS Pharmacies
01.2004 - 01.2005

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST MANAGER

AMCAL Tomeo & Laslett Retail Pharmacies
01.2000 - 01.2004

COMMUNITY PHARMACIST

AMCAL Tomeo & Laslett Retail Pharmacies
01.1998 - 01.1999

INTERN PHARMACIST

AMCAL Tomeo & Laslett Retail Pharmacies
01.1997

BACHELOR OF PHARMACY - Pharmacy

University of South Australia

CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION -

St. Michael’s College
  • APHRA Registered Pharmacist Practitioner -1997 to current
  • Member | Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Member | Society of Hospital Pharmacists Australia
  • Accredited Clinical Pharmacist | Australian Association of Consultant Pharmacists | 2001 – 2008
  • Strategic planning/ University Adelaide 2010
  • Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt 2012
  • Negotiation for Success/ University of Adelaide 2013


DOMINIC COPPOLA