Sachini Lakshika
Summary
Overseas Pharmacist with strong background in pharmaceutical care, medication management, and regulatory compliance. Known for fostering team collaboration and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Adept at navigating changing needs while maintaining high standards in clinical and operational settings. Proven skills in leadership, inventory control, and patient education, coupled with results-driven approach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist-in-Charge
University Hospital-Kotelawala Defence University
06.2020 - 02.2023
- Oversaw the overall management of medications associated with patient wards.
- Ensured the timely supply of routine medications to all in-house patients.
- Managed the discharge drug-handling process and worked on the process's future development.
- Advised nurses and other medical staff on drug products and pharmacological aspects.
- Managed the ward floor stock, including the identification, labelling, and storage of LASA (Look-Alike Sound-Alike), high-risk medications, and once-only used drugs.
- Conducted drug reconciliation and identified potential interactions.
- Assisted in reporting adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and medication errors.
- Carried out appropriateness reviews on all hospital patient medical records.
- Ensured proper handling, storage and maintenance of all items in the storeroom.
- Mentored pharmacy technicians and trainees, providing insight and answering questions regarding company procedures and medical protocols.
- Handle cash flow for emergency purchasing.
- Follow the government procurement procedures to purchase medicines.
- Monitored medication inventory levels and kept detailed documentation in company software.
- Responded to telephone inquiries and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
Pharmacist
New Philip Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Ordered, labeled, compounded and dispensed prescribed medications.
- Provided medication counselling to patients on the proper use and potential side effects of their medications.
- Organized inventory control systems to maintain adequate stock levels for all products carried by the pharmacy.
- Advised customers on non-prescription medications such as over-the-counter drugs, herbals and nutritional supplements.
- Monitored medication inventory levels and kept detailed documentation in company software.
- Consulted with patients to explain medication use, side effects and dosage directions as prescribed.
Assistant Pharmacist
New Philip Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Assisted in preparing medications by counting, pouring, weighing, and measuring; mixed pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective use of medications.
- Adhered to safety protocols, including correctly using protective equipment during the compounding process.
- Assisted customers with questions about over-the-counter medication usage and dosages.
- Responded to telephone inquiries and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
Apprentice Pharmacist
New Philip Hospital
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Gained insight into the role of hospital pharmacist and the many varied questions from ward staff that they had to answer
- Used computerised systems for data entry of patient details and learned the importance of confidentiality within a medical/hospital setting
- Learned the importance of confidentiality and good interpersonal skills, especially when dealing with patients or relatives who are upset or confused
- Assisted with reception duties, received outpatient prescriptions, and delivered them to pharmacists for processing
- Informed and directed nursing staff when collecting medications or leaving in-patient prescriptions.
Education
Master of Health Administration, Policy And Leadership - Health Administration
Murdoch University
Perth, WA07.2025
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) - Pharmacy
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
04.2020
Skills
- Health systems research, policy and governance
- Health analytics and informatics
- Health economics and finance
- Global and public health and epidemiology
- Entrepreneurship and innovation management
- Regulatory Compliance & Licensing
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Patient Education & Medication Therapy Management
- Quality control & Risk Mitigation
- Operational Efficiency & Workflow Optimization
- Inventory Control & Budget Management
- Pharmaceutical dispensing, Patient counselling and medication education
- Pharmacy software and system proficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Prescription verification
- Customer service and communication skills
Additional Information
Internships and Observerships
- National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA), Colombo, Sri Lanka - Observership
The national regulatory body which regulates all the aspects of Medicines, Medical devices and borderline Products in
Sri Lanka - Apeksha Hospital Maharagama, Sri Lanka - Observership
The National Cancer Hospital of Sri Lanka - National Medicines Quality Assurance Laboratory (NMQAL), Colombo, Sri Lanka - Observership
NMQAL is the national quality assurance body that assures the quality of both manufactured and imported
pharmaceuticals. - University Hospital Kotelawala Defence University, Werahera, Sri Lanka - Internship
One of the leading healthcare providers in Sri Lanka - Military Hospital Narahenpita, Sri Lanka - Internship
Army Hospital of Sri Lanka - State Pharmaceutical Corporation (SPMC), Colombo, Sri Lanka - Observership
Fully Sri Lanka government-owned organization engaged in the procurement of Pharmaceuticals, Surgical Consumable
items, and Laboratory Chemicals - Medical Supplies Division (MSD) Colombo, Sri Lanka - Observership
The main organization responsible for providing all Pharmaceuticals, Surgical items, Laboratory items, Radioactive
items, and Printed materials.
For government sector healthcare institutions throughout Sri Lanka - Rajya Osusala Outlet, Panadura, Sri Lanka - Internship
State Pharmaceutical Corporation-related government Pharmacy outlet
References
References available upon request.
Certification
- Registered Pharmacist in Sri Lanka
- Work With Children Check
- Responsible service of Alcohol
- Food Handler Certificate
Timeline
Pharmacist
New Philip Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
Pharmacist-in-Charge
University Hospital-Kotelawala Defence University
06.2020 - 02.2023
Assistant Pharmacist
New Philip Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2020
Apprentice Pharmacist
New Philip Hospital
10.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) - Pharmacy
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Master of Health Administration, Policy And Leadership - Health Administration
Murdoch University
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