I am an self-motivated pharmacist with over ten years of experience in community pharmacy. I am a strong leader, passionate about motivating and enhancing team member engagement. I believe that by fostering a positive workplace culture and providing clear direction and expectations, we can work together to embrace change and improve patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager, Pharmacy
Saskatoon Co-operative Association
08.2023 - Current
Provide leadership to all five Saskatoon Co-op Pharmacy teams through engaging and encouraging people, promoting continuous learning, and fostering a collaborative work environment
Provide support and leadership to ensure our strategic growth initiatives are completed as approved and investigate opportunities for future growth
Apply retail analytics to develop the Pharmacy Division operating budget, supporting the Pharmacy Managers to achieve fiscal responsibility
Responsible for the Pharmacy Division's talent acquisition, succession management, engagement management and performance management to ensure the existing leadership and future potential leadership is in place for ongoing organizational success
Develop policies and procedures to ensure Pharmacy Manager and team members are complying with Federal and Provincial legislation, SCPP bylaws, policies, guidelines, and professional ethics
Identifying new workflow efficiencies and successfully implementing workflow changes in an effort to improve patient safety
Pharmacy Manager
Saskatoon Co-operative Association
03.2018 - 08.2023
Promoted a safe and positive environment for team members by providing clear communication and feedback during regular check-ins
Emphasized role clarity to ensure all regulated team members were practicing to the full extent of their scope and re-examined staffing complement to allow pharmacists to focus on clinical tasks
Identified workflow inefficiencies ("bottlenecks") and implemented corrective workflow procedures in an effort to improve patient safety
Followed requirements of the SCPP Pharmacy Manager Policy and ensured Pharmacy team members were adhering to provincial and federal regulatory requirements
Contributed to the development of the Pharmacy location operational budget and was responsible for identifying any variances to budget
Staff Pharmacist
Sherwood Co-operative Association
04.2014 - 03.2018
Participated in clinical services such as immunization administration, medication assessments, and minor ailments prescribing
Ensured therapeutic appropriateness of prescriptions and provided counselling on both prescription and non-prescription medications
Assisted the Pharmacy Manager in the development of the pharmacy budget and participated in financial reviews
Communicated effectively with other Health Care Professionals to improve patient safety and therapeutic outcomes
Contributed to positive morale by recognizing contributions of team members, but also by diffusing stressful situations with humour
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
06.2011
Skills
Very adaptable to change, understanding that change is often necessary to achieve strategic goals
Strong ability to successfully lead a team through coaching, mentoring, informal feedback, and evaluation
Independent problem solver, often preferring to look for solutions prior to seeking guidance
Calm demeanor, not easily unsettled in the face of adversity
Self-aware of strengths and developmental needs, constantly challenging myself to grow both personally and professionally
Certification
Advanced Method Certification for Immunizations and Injections
Standard First Aid/CPR-C with AED
PACT certified
Sigvaris Stocking Training
Community Pharmacy Manager Course
Timeline
Senior Manager, Pharmacy
Saskatoon Co-operative Association
08.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Manager
Saskatoon Co-operative Association
03.2018 - 08.2023
Staff Pharmacist
Sherwood Co-operative Association
04.2014 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
University of Saskatchewan
Advanced Method Certification for Immunizations and Injections
Standard First Aid/CPR-C with AED
PACT certified
Sigvaris Stocking Training
Community Pharmacy Manager Course
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