Kellie O'Brien

Maintain and practice aseptic techniques to minimize contamination during the preparation, handling, and dispensing of sterile medications.

Prepare and compound sterile preparations, including chemotherapy, and immunotherapy, in accordance with established protocols and procedures.

Perform quality control checks on compounded sterile preparations, such as visual inspection, and sterility testing, to ensure that all products meet safety and efficacy standards.

Clean, maintain, and calibrate equipment used in the aseptic compounding process, such as negative pressure isolators, and compounding devices.

Manage and maintain an adequate inventory of medications, supplies, and equipment needed for aseptic compounding. Ensure proper storage conditions are met and monitor expiry dates.

Train supervise and evaluate pharmacy technicians and support staff in aseptic technique and sterile compounding processes.

Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure staff adherence to procedures.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compounding activities, quality control measures, and staff training to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the safety and efficiency of the aseptic compounding process.

Collaborate with pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.

• Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
• Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
• Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, repeat prescription authorisation and patient information.
• Oversaw inventory to achieve consistent supply levels.
• Maintained continued safe supply of medication in line with best practices.
• Minimised wastage by tracking stock dates.
• Clarified unclear dosage instructions with authorising doctors.
• Offered best-possible medical advice to customers to improve health conditions.
• Endorsed high-volume prescription forms.
• Engaged with GPs and local practices to drive service provisions.
• Implemented infection control procedures to protect staff and patient safety.
• Answered questions and offered advice to inform patients regarding prescription orders.
• Monitored inventory and purchased orders to maintain consistent stock.
• Checked patient declaration signatures to maintain compliant records.
• Stored and rotated stock while upholding pharmacy policies.
• Counted pills, labeled bottles and compounded medications before dispensing prescriptions.
• Processed repeat prescription requests for large patient base.
• Priced and labelled medications with high accuracy.