Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
LEADERSHIP & ACHIEVEMENTS
Interests
Timeline
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MARY-ANN LOUISE GERMISHUIZEN

Customer Service And Operations Assistant And Team Leader
Gauteng
MARY-ANN LOUISE GERMISHUIZEN

Summary

Warehouse Assistant / General Operations Assistant supporting picking, packing, dispatch, stock movement, and order verification in fast-moving warehouse settings. Keeps customer orders accurate and on time while maintaining organised inventory and smooth day-to-day operations, handling 201+ stock lines per shift. Supports customer enquiries and cross-functional tasks to help teams resolve issues quickly and keep service flowing.

Overview

2
Languages
1
Certifications
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacy Direct (Courier Pharmacy)

Pharmacist Assistant
01.2017 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Dispensed medication to VIP patients.
  • Managed inventory and prescription loading.
  • Handled patient queries, complaints, and relationship management.
  • Processed medical aid claims and clinical authorisations.
  • Compounded medication and assisted with automated robotic dispensing systems.
  • Supported IT with system queries and system overrides when required.

Local Choice Kramers (Locum)

Locum Pharmacist Assistant
Current

Job overview

  • Provide locum support within a busy retail pharmacy environment.
  • Assist customers with over-the-counter products and general pharmacy enquiries.
  • Deliver professional customer service while maintaining high retail standards.
  • Support pharmacy operations, stock management, and merchandising.
  • Assist with dispensing processes in accordance with pharmacy regulations.
  • Strengthened retail experience through daily interaction with customers and supporting the pharmacy team during operational requirements.

iDexis

Warehouse Assistant / General Operations Assistant
06.2026 - Current

Job overview

  • Assist across multiple operational departments as required to support business needs.
  • Perform dispatch duties, ensuring accurate picking, packing, and timely distribution of customer orders.
  • Provide customer care support by assisting with customer enquiries and resolving issues professionally.
  • Conduct order checking and quality verification to ensure accuracy before dispatch.
  • Support daily warehouse operations, including stock movement, receiving, packing, inventory control, and maintaining an organised warehouse.
  • Work collaboratively with different departments to ensure smooth operational flow and customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrate flexibility by assisting wherever additional operational support is required.

Case Manager
06.2025 - 05.2026

Job overview

  • Managed claim authorisation and processing for Ferinject and Aranesp applications.
  • Followed up telephonically and via email with healthcare providers, funders, and renal units.
  • Loaded and managed applications on the PSP system.
  • Coordinated medication deliveries with DSPs.
  • Requested and processed pathology reports, consent forms, and prescriptions.
  • Supported audit preparation and adverse event reporting to pharmaceutical companies.
  • Assisted Team Leaders with administrative and operational tasks.

Health Window (Dis-Chem Adherence Services)

Team Leader
01.2022 - 03.2025

Job overview

  • Led and managed a team of 35–50 agents, improving productivity and service quality.
  • Implemented strategies to enhance efficiency and meet operational targets.
  • Conducted regular team meetings, performance reviews, and coaching sessions.
  • Assisted agents with complex patient queries and escalations.
  • Facilitated onboarding and training for new employees.
  • Collaborated with IT and management on system and process improvements.
  • Managed call quality control and daily performance reporting.
  • Performed HR-related duties including absenteeism management, disciplinary processes, and recruitment support.
  • Assisted with planning and execution of staff engagement initiatives.

Pharmacy Direct (Courier Pharmacy)

Team Leader
01.2017 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Managed and led a team of 10–15 staff members.
  • Oversaw pharmacy operations, stock control, and inventory management.
  • Delivered training sessions and performance improvement workshops.
  • Prepared reports on team performance and process enhancements.
  • Handled conflict management and team development initiatives.

Momentum Branch – Financial Services

Junior Personal Assistant / Receptionist
01.2015 - 01.2016

Job overview

  • Provided administrative and receptionist support to a financial broker.
  • Compiled client portfolio summary reports.
  • Worked on financial platforms including Momentum, Sanlam, Old Mutual, and AIMS.
  • Conducted telephonic client follow-ups.
  • Developed advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills.

Education

Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant (NQF Level 4)

University Overview

Certificate of Competence: 27 Prescribed Minimum Benefit Conditions

University Overview

S Buys Academy

Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic)
01-2021

University Overview

Senior Certificate
01-2014

University Overview

  • Afrikaans (Home Language) – Passed
  • English (First Additional Language) – Passed
  • Mathematics – Passed
  • Accounting – Passed
  • Business Studies – Passed
  • Computer Applications Technology – Passed
  • Life Orientation – Passed

Skills

Pharmacy Operations & Medication Dispensing

Case Management & Medical Aid Claims Processing

Reporting, Audits & Compliance

Stock Control & Inventory Management

Prescription Processing

Prescription validation

Inventory forecasting

Pharmacy assistant registration

Controlled medicines management

Pharmacy law compliance

Team Leadership & People Management (10–50 staff)

Call Centre Management & Quality Control

Training, Coaching & Mentorship

Conflict Resolution & Performance Management

Customer Care & Client Relationship Management

Escalation handling

Quality assurance audits

Service level reporting

Certification

Pharmacist Assistant (Basic) – S Buys Academy

References

References
Please contact me for a reference list.

LEADERSHIP & ACHIEVEMENTS

LEADERSHIP & ACHIEVEMENTS
Prefect Council Member (2012–2014), Best Senior Leader (2014), Top 10 Academic Student (2013–2014), Head Leader: School Bookstore, Assistant Director: School Play, Netball A Team (4 years) – Best Player Award, Softball A Team (5 years), Best Leader Award (2014)

I am a healthcare professional with over seven years of experience in pharmacy operations, healthcare administration, claims management, customer care, and patient-centered service delivery. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong ability to balance operational excellence with compassionate customer support, ensuring positive outcomes for both patients and stakeholders.

Currently, I work at Idexsis as a Pharmacist Assistant, where I support pharmacy operations, order processing, compounding procedures, and laboratory functions to ensure accurate, efficient, and compliant pharmaceutical service delivery. My role requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Prior to this, I held the roles of Case Manager and Team Leader at Health Window, where I utilized my healthcare expertise and leadership skills to improve patient satisfaction, manage complex healthcare queries, streamline operational processes, and coordinate communication between pharmacies, healthcare providers, and patients. As a leader, I coached and mentored team members, drove performance improvements, managed escalations, and ensured service excellence across all customer interactions.

I bring extensive experience in resolving complex customer concerns, providing guidance and support to teams, identifying process improvement opportunities, and fostering strong relationships with customers and stakeholders. My background in healthcare has strengthened my ability to communicate effectively, manage sensitive situations with empathy, and deliver solutions that align with both customer needs and business objectives.

I am passionate about combining healthcare knowledge, customer service excellence, and collaborative leadership to enhance customer experiences, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to organizational success

Interests

System operations, Customer services, Operations efficiency, Quality control

Timeline

Warehouse Assistant / General Operations Assistant
iDexis
06.2026 - Current
Case Manager
06.2025 - 05.2026
Team Leader
Health Window (Dis-Chem Adherence Services)
01.2022 - 03.2025
Pharmacist Assistant
Pharmacy Direct (Courier Pharmacy)
01.2017 - 10.2022
Team Leader
Pharmacy Direct (Courier Pharmacy)
01.2017 - 01.2022
Junior Personal Assistant / Receptionist
Momentum Branch – Financial Services
01.2015 - 01.2016
Locum Pharmacist Assistant
Local Choice Kramers (Locum)
Current
Post-Basic Pharmacist Assistant (NQF Level 4)
Certificate of Competence: 27 Prescribed Minimum Benefit Conditions
S Buys Academy
Pharmacist Assistant (Post-Basic)
Senior Certificate
MARY-ANN LOUISE GERMISHUIZENCustomer Service And Operations Assistant And Team Leader