Michelle Deane
Tatura
Summary
Dedicated Pharmacy Technician for over 25 years and for the last 5 years a Finance officer in the health industry. Known for strong attention to detail and time management skills. Enhanced department efficiency through policy implementation, contributing to improved collaboration and financial accuracy across teams. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders including residents and their families. I have achieved excellent outcomes in my roles providing me with a strong skill set.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Fianace Officer
Kyabram District Health Services
03.2021 - Current
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes, reducing processing time significantly.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Optimized cash flow management, ensuring timely payment of invoices and reducing outstanding debts.
- Streamlined financial processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in reporting.
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
- Managed nursing home finances for the residents of Sheridan.
Pharmacy Technician
Echuca Regional Health
02.2010 - 03.2021
- Dispensing of medications for inpatients and community clients.
- Verified accuracy of medication orders and prescriptions for patient safety.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure optimal inventory management and supply chain efficiency.
- Processed prescription refills, maintaining high standards of customer service and care.
- Trained new pharmacy staff on operational procedures and best practices for medication handling.
- PBS Claiming
Pharmacy Technician
Family Care Pharmacy
01.2006 - 06.2011
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Pharmacy Technician
Nightingales Shepparton Marketplace
08.2001 - 08.2005
- Supervised daily pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and protocols.
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced team productivity and reduced error rates.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
Pharmacy Assistant
Casey's Pharmacy
11.1992 - 2001
- Assisted pharmacists in filling prescriptions and verifying medication accuracy.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and potential side effects.
Education
Chemotherapy/Manufacturing Course
Box Hill, VIC01-2011
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Guild Australia
Camberwell, VIC01-1993
Year 12 -
Mooroopna High School
Mooroopna11-1991
Skills
- Budgeting and finance
- Work coordination
- Attention to detail
- Team focus
- Time management skills
- Multitasking skills
- Challenged by variety
Technical Skills
- I-Pharmacy
- Patient Flow
- Med Dispense
- Med Chart
- Health Smart IPM
- Oracle
- Manad
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- RCP
- Proda
Timeline
Fianace Officer
Kyabram District Health Services
03.2021 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Echuca Regional Health
02.2010 - 03.2021
Pharmacy Technician
Family Care Pharmacy
01.2006 - 06.2011
Pharmacy Technician
Nightingales Shepparton Marketplace
08.2001 - 08.2005
Pharmacy Assistant
Casey's Pharmacy
11.1992 - 2001
Chemotherapy/Manufacturing Course
Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Guild Australia
Year 12 -
Mooroopna High School