Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Dispensing Software
References
Timeline
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Sandra Owusu

Thornhill Park,VIC

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable locum pharmacist with 5 years of experience in community pharmacy settings. Proven track record in managing medication therapy, providing patient counseling, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes. Skilled in medication management, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care. Adept at working in fast-paced environments, ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining exceptional patient service. Eager to contribute expertise and flexibility to support diverse pharmacy needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Various Locations

LOCUM PHARMACIST
04.2023 - Current

Solo Pharmacist Roles:

  • Independently managed all aspects of pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing, and patient counseling.
  • Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities in solo practice.

Collaborative Roles:

  • Worked with other pharmacists to streamline pharmacy operations and improve workflow efficiency.
  • Assisted in training and mentoring junior pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
  • Effective collaboration and communication skills in team settings.

Pharmacist

Goonawarra Pharmacy
Sunbury, VIC
06.2020 - 04.2023
  • Interpreted prescription orders, dispensed medications, and counseled patients on drugs.
  • Educated patients about possible drug interactions, and gave special administration instructions.
  • Maintained appropriate drug records, and completed reports as necessary.
  • Reviewed patient medication profiles and medical records to screen for appropriate drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects, and therapeutic outcomes.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Collaborated with colleagues, technicians, and leading pharmacists in the effective prioritization and filling of orders.
  • Verified safety and efficacy of medication usage by reporting adverse drug effects, medication errors, and other quality issues.
  • Prepared medications in blister packs for delivery to facilities.

Student Pharmacist

Chemist Warehouse
10.2018 - 06.2020
  • Performed blood pressure and blood glucose tests on patients.
  • Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
  • Recommended OTC devices or medication options to help mitigate individual symptoms.
  • Used pharmacy software to enter prescription and insurance information.
  • Monitored inventory levels and notified pharmacist of items requiring reorder.
  • Compared prescription details against safety standards and insurance requirements to support patients.

Education

Bachelor - Pharmacy

RMIT University
Bundoora, VIC
11.2021

Skills

  • Immunisation certified
  • UTI Prescribing Certified
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Reviewing Prescriptions
  • Patient Education
  • Documentation Skills
  • Prescription Counseling
  • Detail Oriented and Accuracy
  • Medication dispensing

Certification

  • Registered pharmacist
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Certificate of Immunisation Delivery
  • Certificate of Uncomplicated Cystitis Treatment
  • Certificate of Oral Contraceptives Course

Dispensing Software

  • Fred/FredNxt
  • Dispense Works
  • Z Dispense
  • Minfos
  • Lots/Corum
  • MyScript
  • Mountain Top

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Various Locations

LOCUM PHARMACIST
04.2023 - Current

Pharmacist

Goonawarra Pharmacy
06.2020 - 04.2023

Student Pharmacist

Chemist Warehouse
10.2018 - 06.2020

Bachelor - Pharmacy

RMIT University
Sandra Owusu