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Education
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Sophia Yuen

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Productive pharmacy student with proven track record of excellent customer service and consistent results. Possesses excellent communication skills, professional attitude and keen attention to detail. Dedicated to using latest technologies and processes to deliver highest level of efficiency.

Overview

4
years of professional experience

Work History

John Silverii's Pharmacy

Pharmacy Student
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Consistently provided excellent customer service while addressing patient concerns about medications and insurance coverage issues.
  • Enhanced patient understanding of medications by providing thorough counseling and answering questions.
  • Supported pharmacy team members during high-volume periods, contributing to a positive work environment and increased productivity.
  • Assisted pharmacists with accurate prescription filling, ensuring proper drug dosing and reducing potential errors.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
  • Provided friendly customer service at drop-off and pick-up counters.
  • Counsel patients on new medications and OTC products.
  • Assisted other pharmacy staff with drug inventory, purchasing and receiving.

Northern Health

Hospital Pharmacy Placement
11.2023 - 12.2023

Job overview

  • Utilized electronic medical records systems (Cerner) to maintain accurate documentation of patient information and prescription history.
  • Adhered to all hospital policies and procedures while maintaining a professional demeanour during interactions with patients, staff, and other healthcare providers.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary rounds as part of the healthcare team, providing valuable input on medication-related issues and potential solutions.
  • Educated patients on possible drug interactions, potential side effects, and optimal methods of administration.
  • Assisted in conducting drug utilization reviews to identify patterns and opportunities for improvement in prescribing practices.

Direct Chemist Outlet

Pharmacy placement
09.2023 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Promoted a culture of teamwork within the pharmacy environment, collaborating closely with colleagues to optimize patient care.
  • Streamlined medication dispensing process by implementing an efficient workflow system, resulting in reduced waiting times for patients.
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation practices.
  • Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
  • Counselled patients on new medications and OTC products.
  • Reconstituted oral liquids.

Watsons

Pharmacy assistant (Part-time)
06.2022 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Kept pharmacy counter and related areas clean, neat and organized.
  • Answered telephones and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
  • Greeted customers and responded to questions with friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Assisted pharmacists in maintaining a well-organized and clean pharmacy environment for optimal workflow.
  • Received deliveries of medication shipments, verifying contents against invoices while adhering to proper storage protocols.
  • Received incoming supplies and stocked in correct locations.
  • Assisted pharmacy staff with preparing medications and filling orders.

Uniqlo

Shop assistant (Part-time)
06.2022 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Completed daily tasks accurately and on-time to support shop needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized shop floor, optimizing space for ease of customer navigation.
  • Provided excellent customer service, promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
  • Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues during peak periods or staff shortages.
  • Assisted customers in locating items, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Organized shelves to remove slow moving items and add new merchandise.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve overall store goals and objectives.
  • Collected payment by cash, debit or credit card and used Point of Sale system to process transaction.

Hong Kong Christian Service

Tutor
01.2020 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Improved students'' overall academic performance by providing one-on-one tutoring in various subjects.
  • Assisted students with homework assignments, ensuring timely completion and thorough understanding of concepts.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
  • Introduced creative learning strategies that catered to diverse learner needs, enhancing overall educational experience.
  • Boosted students'' confidence in their abilities through positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
  • Promoted critical thinking skills by guiding students in problem-solving processes across various subject areas.

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Lab Assistant
07.2021 - 07.2021

Job overview

  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to complete complex experiments, advancing overall project goals.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on advancements in the field of biology by attending professional development workshops and conferences, enhancing overall laboratory contributions.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss progress updates and project milestones, enhancing communication within the lab group.
  • Streamlined lab processes for faster turnaround times and improved accuracy in research results.
  • Enhanced lab efficiency by implementing well-organized sample storage and inventory systems.
  • Maintained a safe and clean laboratory environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and reducing workplace accidents.
  • Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while juggling multiple priorities simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Education

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC

Bachelor (Hons)/ Master of Pharmacy
12.2025

University Overview

Evaluating the effectiveness of online teaching methods used to establish clinical skills in health profession students: A systematic literature review - Inquiry project


My contribution:

  • Screening, reading and extracting important information from the relevant articles
  • Chart a synthesis matrix
  • Deal with technological issues on covidence software
  • Collaborating with my teammates in writing the final report
  • Facilitate online meetings

Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Hom, Hong Kong

BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology With Biotechnology
06.2022

University Overview

Evaluation of a potential herbal drug molecule on ARDS mouse model - Final Year Research Project


My contribution:

  • Taking care of the mouse and record their conditions
  • Dissect the mouse and collect tissues
  • Construct and assess histopathological images
  • Perform ELISA to determine the cytokine concentration
  • Normalise, analyse data and plot graph
  • Provide successful preliminary data for future studies

Skills

  • Able to speak multiple languages (English, Cantonese and Mandarin)
  • Skilled in Z software in terms of dispensing, managing stocks and orders
  • Time management skills
  • Project planning skills
  • Able to provide health education advice
  • Blood Pressure Measurement
  • Teamwork

Timeline

Hospital Pharmacy Placement

Northern Health
11.2023 - 12.2023

Pharmacy Student

John Silverii's Pharmacy
09.2023 - Current

Pharmacy placement

Direct Chemist Outlet
09.2023 - 10.2023

Pharmacy assistant (Part-time)

Watsons
06.2022 - 12.2022

Shop assistant (Part-time)

Uniqlo
06.2022 - 12.2022

Lab Assistant

Hong Kong Polytechnic University
07.2021 - 07.2021

Tutor

Hong Kong Christian Service
01.2020 - 06.2022

Monash University

Bachelor (Hons)/ Master of Pharmacy

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology With Biotechnology

Referee

Beshoy Ezak is my placement receptor in Direct Chemist Outlet Brunswick East

Phone number: 03 9380 8076

Email: lygonpharmacy158@gmail.com


Ash mcevoy is my Monash workshop facilitator. She is also a hospital pharmacist working in Alfred Hospital.

Email: Ash.mcevoy@monash.edu

Sophia Yuen