NATASHA ALLECIA WARD-MESSAM
May Pen
Summary
A self-motivated, dedicated, and hardworking pharmacist with 6 years’ experience in pharmacy practice, including leadership, clinical exposure, and administrative functions. Skilled in pharmacy operations, patient-centered care, and team development. Passionate about building strong, cohesive teams and supporting the mission of the National Health Fund to deliver efficient, accessible, and high-quality health services.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist
National Health Fund
01.2019 - Current
- Dispense and compound medications, ensuring compliance with the Pharmacy Act, regulations, and good manufacturing practices.
- Provide patient counseling to optimize drug therapy for inpatients, discharged patients, and outpatients.
- Support inpatient clinical services, monitoring ward stock, and collaborating with nursing staff.
- Assist the Chief Pharmacist with staff supervision, orientation, and training of interns and new employees.
- Manage inventory and purchasing of pharmaceuticals, reducing shortages, spoilage, and expired items while supporting NHF’s QMS and service standards.
- Supervised pharmacy interns and students in daily dispensing, patient counseling, and inventory management.
Pharmacist (Part-Time)
National Health Fund
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Dispensed medications and counseled patients to improve adherence and outcomes.
Pharmacy Intern
Cornwall Regional Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Processed and dispensed prescriptions under supervision.
- Prepared ward boxes and supported inpatient pharmacy services.
- Dispensed medications under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.
Pharmacy Intern
Mandeville Regional Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Supported both inpatient and outpatient services.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimize therapy outcomes.
- Dispensed medications under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy - BPharm, Hons.
University of Technology
237 Old Hope Road, Kingston06-2017
Skills
- Customer Service & Patient-Centered Care
- Leadership & Team Building
- Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Innovation & Process Improvement
- Microsoft Office 365
- Technologically savvy
Certification
- Professional Certificate in Leadership and Management in Health – University of Washington (December 2023)
- Antimicrobial Stewardship Course – CDC (In progress)
- MBA (Healthcare Management) – Accepted, University College of the Caribbean (Commencing 2026)
Timeline
Pharmacist
National Health Fund
01.2019 - Current
Pharmacist (Part-Time)
National Health Fund
01.2018 - 01.2019
Pharmacy Intern
Cornwall Regional Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2018
Pharmacy Intern
Mandeville Regional Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Pharmacy - BPharm, Hons.
University of Technology
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, singing, writing, playing keyboard, youth mentorship, community service.
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