Matthew Wright
Hornsby
Summary
Passionate pharmacy student, skilled in medication dispensing and communication, with excellent knowledge of pharmacology. Known for attention to detail, teamwork, and efficient workflows that improve patient care and satisfaction. I am particularly driven to provide safe, evidence-based healthcare and improve patient understanding of medications.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Assistant
Adventist HealthCare
02.2018 - Current
- Processed prescription orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care through accurate medication management.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries regarding medications taken on discharge
- Implemented streamlined workflows for medication dispensing and delivery, ensuring patients received their medications on time.
Bartender
Hornsby RSL Club
10.2017 - 09.2020
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area in compliance with health standards.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Self-managed time and closing procedures to ensure everything was complete by end of service.
Education
Master of Pharmacy -
University of Technology Sydney
12-2025
Bachelor of Medical Science - Medicinal Chemistry
Macquarie University
11-2023
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Analytical problem-solving
- Collaborative teamwork
- Pharmacology proficiency
Clinical Experience
Hospital Elective (Advanced Clinical Practice) | Westmead Hospital
- Selective clinical practice elective offered to top 10 students for the final year of study
- Conducted comprehensive Best Possible Medication History and medication reconciliation for patients in the Emergency Department
- Identified medication problems and collaborated with supervising pharmacists to optimize patient care
- Attended workshop sessions with hospital pharmacists in topics including formulary and medicines information
Clinical Placement | Royal North Shore Hospital
- Experienced a wide variety of wards and participated in clinical activities while shadowing ward pharmacists
- Assisted in dispensary tasks, developing familiarity with iPharmacy
Clinical Placement | Hornsby Hospital
- Conducted Best Possible Medication Histories and medication reconciliation with minimal supervision
- Developed proficiency with PowerChart
- Counselled patients on new medication, including inhalers
Timeline
Pharmacy Assistant
Adventist HealthCare
02.2018 - Current
Bartender
Hornsby RSL Club
10.2017 - 09.2020
Master of Pharmacy -
University of Technology Sydney
Bachelor of Medical Science - Medicinal Chemistry
Macquarie University
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