Omonike Olarewaju

Dedicated Pharmacy Assistant and Dispenser with extensive experience supporting hospital, community, and specialist pharmacy services across multiple NHS Trusts and healthcare settings. Proven expertise in medication dispensing, prescription validation, stock control, medicines distribution, and aseptic preparation within highly regulated environments. Recognised for exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to patient safety, consistently ensuring medicines are supplied efficiently and in accordance with legal, clinical, and professional standards.

Experienced in working collaboratively with pharmacists, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams to support high-quality patient care while maintaining compliance with pharmacy governance procedures. A reliable and adaptable professional with strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for delivering safe, effective, and patient-focused pharmacy services.

Pharmacy Technical Officer - Homerton Hospital / Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

(2026-03)

• Supported uninterrupted patient care by accurately replenishing medication stock levels across multiple hospital wards, ensuring essential medicines remained readily available to clinical teams.
• Maintained stock accuracy and reduced the risk of shortages by carrying out timely medication top-ups and following established pharmacy distribution procedures.
• Contributed to the efficient operation of the pharmacy distribution service by processing ward medication requirements accurately and within required timescales.
• Ensured compliance with NHS standards and pharmacy protocols by handling, storing, and distributing medicines safely and responsibly.

Pharmacy Aseptic Dispenser - Broomfield Hospital

(2025-06 - 2025-09)

• Enabled the timely delivery of life-saving cancer treatments by producing patient-specific chemotherapy medications in line with stringent aseptic and clinical governance requirements.
• Safeguarded patient wellbeing by performing final accuracy checks that eliminated risks associated with incorrect medication selection, dosing, or patient identification.
• Protected treatment continuity by proactively monitoring stock availability and coordinating replenishment activities to prevent shortages of critical oncology medicines.
• Strengthened medication traceability and accountability through the accurate maintenance of electronic dispensing and inventory records.
• Reduced the risk of medication wastage by ensuring chemotherapy products remained within approved shelf-life requirements before release.
• Supported the efficient operation of oncology services by coordinating closely with pharmacists and clinical teams to ensure treatments were available when required.
• Maintained exceptional quality standards within a highly regulated environment where precision and patient safety were paramount.

Inpatient Pharmacy Assistant - Royal London Hospital

(2025-02 - 2025-05)

• Accelerated the processing of inpatient and outpatient prescriptions, supporting the prompt supply of medicines across multiple clinical areas.
• Prevented dispensing errors by identifying inconsistencies and ensuring prescriptions met pharmacy and regulatory requirements before processing.
• Contributed to safer patient outcomes by maintaining rigorous attention to detail throughout prescription verification activities.
• Supported uninterrupted pharmacy services through the accurate handling of high volumes of medication requests.

Assistant Technical Officer (Pharmacy Assistant) - Homerton University Hospital

(2024-02 - 2024-07)

• Maintained uninterrupted medicine availability across hospital wards by effectively managing replenishment and stock distribution activities.
• Increased operational efficiency using pharmacy automation systems that streamlined medication retrieval and supply processes.
• Supported timely patient treatment by prioritising medication requests and ensuring rapid fulfilment of ward requirements.
• Reduced the likelihood of medication-related incidents through thorough checking of medicine strengths, formulations, quantities, and expiry dates.
• Improved stock accountability by accurately monitoring medication and IV fluid movements across multiple hospital departments.
• Facilitated safe patient discharge by ensuring medication packs were assembled accurately and supplied without delay.
• Resolved stock discrepancies through detailed investigation of deliveries, protecting inventory accuracy and service continuity.
• Strengthened communication between pharmacy and clinical teams through responsive handling of medication-related enquiries.

Pharmacy Assistant - Nightingale Mental Health Clinic

(2023-06 - 2023-07)

• Supported the delivery of specialist mental health services by ensuring efficient access to prescribed medications.
• Contributed to smooth pharmacy operations through effective collaboration with pharmacists and healthcare professionals.
• Enhanced patient experience by providing efficient prescription collection support and accurate transaction handling.

Locum Pharmacy Assistant Roles - Various NHS Trusts

(2020 - 2021)

• Delivered safe and accurate medication supplies across multiple NHS organisations, adapting quickly to different pharmacy systems, procedures, and operational demands.
• Maintained consistently high dispensing standards while supporting busy pharmacy departments during periods of increased workload.
• Contributed to patient safety by ensuring medicines were supplied accurately and in accordance with legal and professional standards.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by rapidly integrating into new healthcare environments while maintaining service quality.
• Supported effective patient discharge processes through the accurate preparation and supply of take-home medications.

Pharmacy Assistant, Medicines Distribution Unit - Royal London Hospital

(2019-11 - 2019-12)

• Improved stock accuracy by identifying and escalating medication discrepancies, supporting effective inventory management and procurement decisions.
• Maintained reliable medicine distribution services through accurate order picking and verification procedures.
• Supported the efficient movement of medicines throughout the hospital, ensuring clinical areas received the required stock promptly.

Personal Care Provider - Global Care Nursing Home

(2017-02 - 2023-08)

• Enhanced residents' wellbeing through the delivery of compassionate, person-centred care tailored to individual needs.
• Promoted dignity, independence, and quality of life for elderly residents through consistent support and attentive care practices.
• Built positive relationships with residents, families, and healthcare professionals, contributing to a supportive care environment.
• Supported the physical and emotional needs of vulnerable individuals while maintaining high standards of safeguarding and care delivery.

Healthcare Advisor - Boots Pharmacy

(2008-10 - 2017-09)

• Improved customer health outcomes by providing informed guidance on over-the-counter treatments and self-care options.
• Built customer trust through the delivery of professional healthcare advice and excellent service.
• Promoted the safe and effective use of medicines by identifying when pharmacist intervention or additional medical support was required.
• Contributed to the success of the pharmacy through strong product knowledge, customer engagement, and a commitment to patient care.

Member of Clinical Pharmacy

MSc - Public Health - University of East London

BSc - Public Health - University of East London

Healthcare Advisor Programme