Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Extracurricular
Professional development
References
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IMOGEN BAYLISS-SMITH

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Highly meticulous, professional, and diligent provisional pharmacist and researcher with a strong aptitude for efficient communication. With a successful background as an evidence generation project manager associate at Amgen, I am a qualified candidate for roles in medical, sales, and clinical trials within the pharmaceutical industry.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Research Projects

Chris O'Brien Lifehouse
05.2022 - Current

Currently leading a high-impact project aimed at determining pre and post care protocols for patients treated with Sacituzumab in triple-negative breast cancer. Preparing to present findings to breast clinicians in October 2023.

  • Successfully coordinated data collection efforts, meticulously analysing and interpreting research data to derive meaningful insights and conclusions.
  • Demonstrating strong self-motivation and a profound sense of personal responsibility, ensuring project's progress and success.
  • Collaborating seamlessly with 15+ oncology facilities across Australia to comprehensively assess their medicine use in this drug, fostering collaborative research efforts.

2022 project

Conducted in-depth observations of primary and secondary outcomes of Pertuzumab in a Neoadjuvant breast cancer setting at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse.

  • Presented findings to 30 oncology pharmacists, receiving commendation for research's impact.
  • Proposed future areas of study, resulting in selection of an honours project topic for 2023.
  • Proficient understanding of PBAC submission reports, contributing to a comprehensive grasp of regulatory processes.
  • Demonstrated a sound understanding of hospital-based clinical trial protocols.

Provisional Pharmacist

Drews Pharmacy
02.2020 - Current
  • Prepared and administered a wide range of vaccinations, including 60+ COVID-19 vaccines in a single day, contributing to community health and safety.
  • Assisting in dispensing 150+ prescriptions daily while consistently maintaining an error-free dispensing rate.
  • Proactively pursued opportunities to generate additional revenue, successfully meeting monthly goals of conducting 20 MedsChecks resulting in an extra $1,600+ in revenue for the business.
  • Identify dosing discrepancy in ill patient's medication regimen, resulting in prompt communication with doctor o rectify the issue and prevent potential harm.
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by liaising with HCP's to address patient medicines, dosing errors, and proposing alternative treatments, thereby upholding a high standard of patient care and safety.
  • Independently managed and executed Dose-Aid Administrations for more than 25 patients, ensuring adherence to medication regimens.
  • Mentored and trained 3 students, fostering their growth and development within the pharmacy profession.
  • Utilised pharmacy references effectively to provide patients with expert advice on best medicine practices, promoting optimal health outcomes.
  • Displayed problem-solving skills by offering alternative medicine options to patients when particular medicines were out of stock, ensuring continuity of health and care.
  • Participated in specialised training and clinical trials, such as UTI antibiotic and EC trials, contributing to the optimization of treatment options for patients in primary care.
  • Exhibited excellent communication skills, conducting medicine history taking and counselling patients on new medicines, including insulin, with tailored approaches for the elderly, youth, and non-English speaking individuals.
  • Adapted to pharmacy-wide software changes, assisting in training junior staff on the new systems.
  • Submission of ADR reports to pharmaceutical companies and fostering effective communication with pharmaceutical representatives.
  • Skillfully resolved and managed conflicts in customer service interactions, promoting a positive and professional pharmacy experience for patients.

Evidence Generation Project Manager Associate

Amgen
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Co-managed a dynamic global team of 10+ colleagues to successfully execute a real-world data strategy project.
  • Initiated the establishment of an extensive inventory comprising 150+ global databases within the JAPAC region, contributing crucial insights for future integrated evidence generation and real-world studies within Amgen. Accomplished within a 4-month timeframe.
  • Orchestrated professional email communications to arrange meetings and skillfully liaised with government, registry bodies, and Amgen's global medical team to compile over 90 Australian databases.
  • Proficiently developed data extraction search engines utilizing Microsoft Excel, Power-point, and Google Scholar, resulting in streamlined and efficient data processing.
  • Presented findings to the Global Medical Team, comprising 20+ professionals, ensuring clear communication and dissemination of essential information.
  • Collaborated with the value, access, and policy team, contributing to the proofreading, analysis, and in-depth discussions of multiple PBAC submissions.
  • Gained valuable insights by shadowing medical science liaison meetings with oncologists and dermatologists, augmenting knowledge in the field of medical science.
  • Actively participated in medical strategic meetings, providing key opinions and valuable insights into pipeline strategies.
  • Attended significant industry conferences such as VEEVA conference, BLOOD22, and Nephrology congress, staying updated on industry trends.
  • Developed cross-functional exposure by working collaboratively with commercial and medical teams, thus fostering a comprehensive understanding of the company's business reports and economic analysis.
  • Proactively built and nurtured professional relationships across departments, successfully developing long-term mentoring connections with two professionals for this year, enhancing personal and professional growth.

Pharmacy Assistant

TerryWhite Chemmart
09.2021 - 07.2022

As per Drews Pharmacy North Sydney role but also

  • Leveraged clinical expertise to assess and determine patient medication adherence, playing a vital role in ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive health checks, including cholesterol, glucose, and blood pressure measurements, contributing to the early detection and management of health conditions.
  • Specialized in fitting sleep apnoea devices, and providing providing essential guidance patients to ensure effective use and adherence for improved sleep quality and overall health.

Education

Certificate of Pharmacy Practice - Pharmacy

Pharmaceutical Society of Australia
PSA
12.2023

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Industrial Pharmacy Major) - DISTINCTION

University of Sydney
2022

Barker College
2017

Skills

  • Proven result-focused research and data extrapolation skills: Demonstrated ability to analyse data critically and draw meaningful conclusions, resulting in development of a new research topic
  • Strong presentation skills: Successfully presented research findings to both Amgen medical team and Chris O'Brien clinicians, effectively conveying complex information to diverse audiences
  • Effective written and verbal communicator: Proficient in liaising with HCP's, government and registry bodies, medical directors, Amgen colleagues, fostering clear and productive communication
  • Self-motivated: Proactively sought opportunities to collaborate with Amgen colleagues, contributing to success of a global project and actively expanding knowledge within pharmaceutical industry

Extracurricular

  • Volunteer : Church youth group leader preparing study material, leading discussion and mentoring high school children
  • Volunteer : Church admin assistant- weekly service rostering
  • T eam sport player : Compete in two weekly netball competitions
  • Small business owner : Fine tip pen drawings – display and sell at solo exhibitions, markets and online website


Professional development

Mentored by Amgen Medical Advisor in excel skills, clinical paper presentation and industry trends

References

Alex Wang | Evidence Generation Lead, Amgen | 0439 340 328

Michael Nguyen | Drews Pharmacy proprietor and pharmacist | 0425 271 653

Nathan Walter |Church Minister| 0414 854 169

Timeline

Evidence Generation Project Manager Associate

Amgen
08.2022 - 11.2022

Clinical Research Projects

Chris O'Brien Lifehouse
05.2022 - Current

Pharmacy Assistant

TerryWhite Chemmart
09.2021 - 07.2022

Provisional Pharmacist

Drews Pharmacy
02.2020 - Current

Certificate of Pharmacy Practice - Pharmacy

Pharmaceutical Society of Australia

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Industrial Pharmacy Major) - DISTINCTION

University of Sydney

Barker College
IMOGEN BAYLISS-SMITH